Community. Learning. Democracy.
Telluride Association creates free educational programs that challenge young people to build community, learn together, and make democratic decisions in order to think critically about the world and begin to create a more just society.
Telluride Association is an educational nonprofit founded in 1911. For over 100 years, we have provided high school and college students the opportunity to learn and practice democracy, self-governance, and intellectual inquiry. Our students and alumni come from all over the world and represent a wide range of backgrounds and beliefs.
Our Programs
For High School Students
Free residential summer programs offer sophomores and juniors the opportunity to encounter new ideas and meet peers who are excited about learning.
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For University Students
Students at Telluride Association’s residential houses at Cornell University and the University of Michigan receive full room and board scholarships and shape their intellectual communities.
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For College Faculty
Telluride Association’s programs succeed with the participation of the many university faculty members who teach our summer programs or live in our branches.
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Support Telluride
The success of Telluride’s programs depends on the generosity of our friends and associates!
News
- 2025 TASS Applications Open Now Through December 3, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Telluride Association Summer Seminar! High school sophomores and juniors are welcome to apply for this life-changing summer experience. Applications are due December 3, 2024. TASS applications are open to all high school sophomores and juniors (“rising juniors” and… - 2024 TASS Applications Open Now Through January 3, 2024Applications are now open for the 2024 Telluride Association Summer Seminar! High school sophomores and juniors are welcome to apply for this life-changing summer experience. Applications are due January 3, 2024. TASS applications are open to all high school sophomores and juniors (“rising juniors” and…