Faculty of Science Summer Camps

Science Summer Camps 2025

Science Summer Camps registration is now open, please see the green link below. Please note: camps that have reached capacity will no longer appear in the drop down area. 

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Summer Camps Need to Know:

• All camps are designed for campers entering the following grades in their next school year (Fall 2025).
• All camps are $325 for a 5 day week, $275 for a 4 day week, and $225 for a 3 day week.
• With our diverse range of camps, there is something for everyone. No experience required for any camps!
• Please see our Information and Policies section for more information. 
• Our camp operating hours:
  • Camp Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
  • Supervised Drop Off: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
  • Supervised Pick Up: 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Science Summer Camp Offerings 2025

Please Note: * Indicates a 3 day week and ** Indicates a 4 day week

Going into Grades 1-2 (Fall 2025)

Animal Minis (Grades 1-2)

Calling all animal lovers. In this camp you will learn about different animal groups, animal traits, animal habitats, and more. Plus visit some of our museums and collections to see university teaching specimens.

• July 21-25 (FULL)
• July 28-Aug 1 (FULL)
• Aug 11-15 (FULL)

Body Science Minis (Grades 1-2)

Interested in learning more about your body and mind? In this camp you will learn about parts of your body, test your senses, learn about psychology, participate in fun experiments, and more.

• July 2-4* (FULL)
• July 14-18 (FULL)
• Aug 5-8** (FULL)
• Aug 18-22 (FULL)

Cyber Minis (Grades 1-2)

Let your imagination run wild. In this introductory computer camp, you will be introduced to creative computing, problem-solving, robotics, video games and much more.

• July 7-11 (FULL)
• July 14-18 (FULL)
• Aug 11-15 (FULL)

Inventor Minis (Grades 1-2)

Love to make things? In this camp, you will create cool projects and discover the science behind how they move and work.

• July 2-4* (FULL)
• Aug 5-8** (FULL)

Going into Grades 3-4 (Fall 2025)

Chemistry Juniors (Grades 3-4)

Develop your observation and problem solving skills through hands-on activities, experiments, and challenges in the exciting world of chemistry.

• July 7-11 (FULL)
• July 14-18 (FULL)
• Aug 11-15 (FULL)

Computing Science Juniors (Grades 3-4)

Solve technological challenges while learning computing fundamentals through problem-solving activities, computer animation, video game creation and programming basics.

• July 21-25 (FULL)
• July 28-Aug 1 (FULL)
• Aug 18-22 (FULL)

Dino and Rock Juniors (Grades 3-4)

Discover the world beneath your feet in this fun introductory nature camp. Learn about rocks, minerals, dinosaurs, fossils, and more. Visit cool museums, and explore the outdoors with activities.

• July 2-4* (FULL)
• July 14-18 (FULL)

Minecraft Juniors (Grades 3-4)

Take the next steps with Minecraft on the computer. Learn more about the game, compete, and complete fun challenges with a group and create fun off computer Minecraft related projects.

• July 2-4* (FULL)
• Aug 5-8** (FULL)
• Aug 18-22 (FULL)

Space Juniors (Grades 3-4)

A great way to launch into the out-of-this-world field of space science. Learn all about the solar system, space rocks, space exploration, robotics and more.

• July 21-25 (FULL)
• July 28-Aug 1  (FULL)
• Aug 11-15 (FULL)

Science and Sport Skills Combo (Ages 9-11)

 In partnership with Green and Gold camps, the Faculty of Science is offering a full-day combination camp for ages 9-11. For half the day, learn about computer science, forensic science, or nature science with our science camp leaders, as listed below. Engage in hands-on learning in science, experiments, and facility visits with our science staff. During the other half of the time, experience sport, play, activities that focus on the development of new skills with Green and Gold camp leaders.

Please Note: Registration for these programs can only be completed through the Green and Gold camps registration. Green and Gold camp registration opens February 19 at 8:00am

• July 7-11: Forensic Science and Sport Combo
• July 14-18: Computer Science and Sport Combo
• July 21-25: Forensic Science and Sport Combo
• July 28-Aug 1: Computer Science and Sport Combo
• Aug 5-8**: Nature Science and Sport Combo
  Aug 11-15: Forensic Science and Sport Combo
  
  

Going into Grades 5-6 (Fall 2025)

Art and Science Explorers (Grades 5-6)

Art and science blend together in this exciting interdisciplinary science camp. Learn about the connection between art and science through biological science, chemistry, earth science, math, physics, and psychology.

• July 21-25 (FULL)
• July 28-Aug 1 (FULL)

Computing Science Explorers (Grades 5-6)

Learn how to make interactive programs and games on the computer to share with others. Discover the world of web design, program robots in action, and create your own web apps that are playable on mobile devices.

• July 2-4* (FULL)
  
• July 7-11 (FULL)
• Aug 5-8** (FULL)

Game Design Explorers (Grades 5-6)

Design and build your own video game by learning how to use game design tools such as Scratch, Kodu, Twine and more. Create artwork, design characters, learn about storytelling in games, program interactive elements and create your own game demo.

• July 21-25 (FULL)
• Aug 11-15 (FULL)
• Aug 18-22 (FULL)

Math Game Explorers (Grades 5-6)

Puzzles, problems, and a math fair project. Develop your mathematical thinking by solving puzzles, tackling problems and developing sophisticated strategies to win mathematical games. End the camp by creating math exhibits that you will present to your fellow campers.

• July 14-18 (FULL)
• Aug 18-22 (FULL)

Minecraft Explorers (Grades 5-6)

Anything you imagine, you can build. Minecraft newbies and experts alike will learn about custom blocks and circuits, science in Minecraft, farming and pixel art. Work together to solve challenges, and build your own community within Minecraft.

• July 14-18 (FULL)
• July 21-25 (FULL)
• July 28-Aug 1 (FULL)

Going into Grades 7-8 (Fall 2025)

Body Science Challengers (Grades 7-8)

Explore the science of your body and mind. In this camp, you will learn about anatomy, physiology, psychology and more. Participate in hands-on activities and visit labs that study how the body and mind works.

• July 28-Aug 1 (FULL)

Computing Science Challengers (Grades 7-8)

Upgrade your computing skills. Using a variety of tools, software, and computing languages, you will learn about the diverse world of computing science. Students will be challenged by computing concepts such as computer programming, 3D design, artificial intelligence, and more.

• July 14-18 (FULL)
• July 21-25 (FULL)
• Aug 18-22 (FULL)

Digital Creator Challengers (Grades 7-8)

Unleash your creativity using the computer. In this camp you will learn to use digital paint tools, 3D modeling tools, program robots with markers, exploring video editing, creating graphic design, and more.

• July 2-4* (FULL)
• Aug 5-8** (FULL)

Minecraft Challengers (Grades 7-9)

Want to learn how to use Minecraft in different and creative ways? Take your skills and creativity to the next level by using Minecraft to create your own worlds and games using custom characters and much more.

• July 7-11 (FULL)
• Aug 11-15

*Please Note: This program can admit students entering grade 9 as well.

Physics Challengers (Grades 7-8)

Physics is all around you. Solve real world problems with the help of experimental physics. Through activities, demonstrations, and experiments, take part in the interesting world of physics.

• July 7-11 (FULL)
• Aug 5-8** (FULL)

Going into Grades 9-11 (Fall 2025)

Computing Science Innovators (Grades 9-11)

Will you be the next computing science innovator? Learn more about computing science through hands-on programming using python, web development languages, and programming computer hardware. No computing experience necessary.

• July 7-11
• July 28-Aug 1
• Aug 11-15

Game Design Innovators (Grades 9-11)

Interested in designing interactive computer games? Design and create interactive stories using beginner-friendly tools. Learn about game development concepts and character design, use 3D design tools, and much more.

• July 2-4* (FULL)
• Aug 5-8** (FULL)