Summer Programs
Appalachian State University Summer Camps
Appalachian State University hosts a several sports and music camps. Visit conferences.appstate.edu/youth-camps to register and for information on cost and schedule. You will also find information on additional youth camps on the campus of Appalachian State University.
Broyhill Leadership Conference
The Broyhill Leadership Conference, held on the campus of Queens University of Charlotte is open to current 9th-11th graders interested in personal development and leadership training. The cost of $325-375 covers the conference handbook, all meetings, 11 meals and four nights' lodging. Visit www.broyhill-leadership.org to apply.
This is a fantastic, free opportunity for students to make a real difference in their communities and reduce the impact of climate change. This program will help your students make a positive impact on the community and environment, but it will also give them an edge when applying for colleges, employers, and scholarships. Plus, the work they do for the Fellowship counts as community service hours towards the Presidential Volunteer Service Award!
You can learn more and students ages 14-18 can apply here: https://rusticpathways.com/young-climate-leaders-fellowship.The program runs from March 1 – April 30, 2024, and the deadline to apply is February 11, 2024.
Cooperative Council of NC
Ready, set, go Co-op Leadership Camp! Send our future leaders to learn about cooperatives, leadership, team building and connect them with other leaders from across the state. Camp will be at the NC FFA Camp at White Lake, NC. To learn more about this opportunity please visit: http://www.ccnc.coop/
Duke University Summer Programs
For information regarding various summer program opportunities for high school students, visit: Duke Pre-College Programs.
The Free Enterprise Leadership Challenge (FELC)
This is a 5 day overnight business camp for current 9th, 10th and 11th graders. North Carolina camps are at Wingate University and Campbell University. Visit www.felcexperience.org to apply.
Future Teachers of NC: Eastern Symposium
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke, Fayetteville State University, and Elizabeth City State University invite rising high school juniors and seniors, and 2024 graduating seniors to join us on the campus of UNCP for an unforgettable overnight event where you'll uncover the secrets, challenges, and endless rewards of the teaching profession. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore your potential and chart your course towards a meaningful and fulfilling career path. See this link for more information and the application for the program. Priority given to applicants who submit before April 19, 2024.
When: June 14-15, 2024
Leadership Institute for Future Teachers (LIFT)
The NC State College of Education’s Leadership Institute for Future Teachers (LIFT) is a six-day, invitational program for students of color, bilingual students, and all students interested in teaching who are rising high school seniors in North Carolina. Students will delve into the field of education through engaging in field-based school activities, interacting with leaders in education, and exploring career options in education and related fields.
This year’s LIFT will be held from Sunday, June 23 through Friday, June 28, 2024 at NC State University. The cost of participation is free for students, except for transportation to and from NC State. Complete the nomination form by February 23rd.
Lens High School Programs at Wake Forest University
LENS@Wake Forest is a three week summer program that equips current high school students with an academic foundation necessary to become global citizens and provides an interdisciplinary and experiential learning environment characteristic of the liberal arts education...without the pressure of grades/credit.
Spend three weeks living on-campus at Wake Forest University discovering how to change the way you learn, the way you think, and the way you lead. Explore the two academic opportunities: Global Sustainability or Cultural Crossroads.
For more information, visit: http://lens.wfu.edu/apply/
Satellite Camp at NC State University-Sophomores only!
SATELLITE is a five-day STEM outreach and leadership development program. SATELLITE Campers have had the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of activities including a field trip to the Museum of Natural Sciences, an egg drop competition, plant biology seminars, workshops in paper science engineering, textiles and design, game theory, and hands-on life sciences demonstrations led by genuine NC State faculty and students.
The 2024 program will run from May 18th - 22nd. Our application encourages two letters of recommendation ( not required ) and a few short essays pertaining to the student’s interest in the field of STEM and college exposure. Due to the nature of the program, we do not consider a student’s academic success when reviewing applications, we are looking only for a student’s desire to maximize their experience at SATELLITE and hone their curiosity. The deadline to apply is March 8th, 2024; apply at https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/mission/
The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)
SCAD offers summer seminars for high school students. Students attend two workshops each day and have access to the universities facilities, resources and libraries. Visit www.scad.edu/sss for session dates and more information.
Shelton Leadership Challenge @ NC Wesleyan University
The Shelton Challenge is a six-day (July 14-19, 2024) residential leadership experience to help students expand their knowledge and skills of what it takes to be an effective leader. Offered to rising 9th-grade to graduated seniors with a 3.0+ unweighted GPA, hands-on activities focus on: personal leadership assessment and interpersonal dynamics, the role of values and ethics in leadership, leadership traits and approaches, empowering others, civic and social responsibility and goal setting. In addition to these aptitudes, students also engage in team-building activities like low- and high-ropes courses, rock climbing walls, service projects, and social activities in the evenings.
The cost to attend the Shelton Challenge six-day residential program is $500. This cost includes all curriculum materials, lodging and food, low and high ropes training, transportation during the week, and night activities. Financial aid scholarships are available to applicants. https://ncwc.edu/community/shelton-challenge/
Questions: call 574-518-1910
St. Andrews University Summer Programs
St. Andrews University offers summer residential academic programs for high school students. Some of the programs offered include: Psychology, Physical Therapy & Athletic Training, Pre-Med, Forensic Science, Digital Photography, and more! For more information, visit: https://www.sa.edu/student-services/summer-camps/
Summer Ventures Program
The Summer Ventures in Science and Mathematics Program is for rising high school juniors and seniors. Summer Ventures is a cost-free, statewide science and math enrichment program for students with proven academic ability, motivation in the STEM fields of study, and emotional maturity. Summer Ventures takes students beyond the traditional boundaries of high school science and mathematics while exploring topics of interest to them and learning experimental design, laboratory skills, instrumentation, mathematical modeling, strategies in mathematical problem solving and more. At the end of the four-week residential program, students present a comprehensive research project on a current topic in a STEM field of study. The online application may be found at: https://www.ncssm.edu/summerventures.
UNCW Summer Programs
UNC-Wilmington offers a variety of summer programs for youth. Visit http://uncw.edu/youth/ to learn more! Registration for Summer camp opportunities.
UNCG CHANCE College Readiness Program
Join us for a transformative experience at UNCG CHANCE—a unique opportunity designed exclusively for Latino/Hispanic rising senior high school students. Our intensive four-day program focuses on college readiness and personal growth, providing participants with invaluable insights and connections to thrive academically and professionally.
Dates: Wednesday, July 17th, through Saturday, July 20th, 2024
Location: The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Program Fee: $65 upon acceptance (non-refundable, due by April 29th)
Eligibility: Latino/Hispanic students currently in eleventh grade with a minimum 2.8 GPA
Application Deadline: April 19th
Apply: Click here to apply (Applications open from January 15th to April 29th; high school transcript required)
United States Naval Academy Summer Programs
The United States Naval Academy (Annapolis, MD) hosts two summer programs aimed at high performing math and science students. Current 8th through 10th grade students are eligible to apply to the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) program http://www.usna.edu/Admissions/STEM . Current 11th grade students are eligible to apply to the Naval Academy Summer Seminar (NASS) http://www.usna.edu/Admissions/NASS.
West Point Summer Leaders Experience
Two one-week sessions will be held in June. Eligibility is for current high school juniors and the application; deadline is usually in March. More information can be found at: www.usma.edu/admissions
Yale University Young Global Scholars Program
This program is open to current sophomores and juniors. Session topics include: Science, Policy and Innovation Politics, Law and Economics and Studies in Grand Strategy. Visit http://globalscholars.yale.edu/ for more information.