program overview
program overview
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Scaling the heights of Mount Everest is no easy feat, requiring climbers to find a place to rest and recharge before they reach the summit. Similarly, the journey from high school to college can be challenging.
This program offers a space for you to gather strength and momentum, providing the tools and resources necessary for success in higher education.
Camp 4 is a transformative three-week summer program that brings together talented rising juniors and seniors from across the country for an immersive college experience.
With a focus on critical thinking and clear writing, you'll study subjects like American history, creative writing, neuroscience, and art.
At Camp 4, they believe that understanding the 'why' behind what you learn is crucial to success.
The challenging coursework will push you out of your comfort zone, preparing you for the new environment of higher education with the confidence to succeed.
Live in a Residential Community
Live in a Residential Community
During your three-week stay, you will become a vital part of Kenyon’s summer community. Students live in campus housing with residential assistants and staff, taking time each evening to go on scavenger hunts or nature walks, play ping pong or chat with current college students about their life on campus.
Key Program elements
Key Program elements
American History: The Power of Print - Explores the use of print media by Black, Hispanic/Latinx, Indigenous, and white historical actors to contest authority, advance access rights, reassert dignity, and establish autonomy.
African American Literature: A Fight for Liberation - Explores themes of family, the American dream, identity, gender roles, class, racism, and survival. Students will be expected to draw parallels to modern day.
Natural Disasters and Inequality - Examines natural disasters in the US and their disproportionate effects on residents based on race and class.
'Reel' History: The Vietnam War - Uses movies to learn American history, explores historical background, and includes discussion and post-viewing work.
Studio Art - Camp 4 scholars take studio art classes twice a week in the evenings. Instructors incorporate an interdisciplinary approach to creativity.
who can apply
who can apply
The program is open to motivated and socially mature rising junior and senior high school students. Because of the large number of applications, admission is highly selective.
Admission is based primarily on the student's application essay, high school transcript, and school counselor/teacher's assessment.
program dates
program dates
June 9 - 28, 2024
application deadline
application deadline
Application opens in January 2024
March 15, 2024
application process
application process
It is the applicant's responsibility to make sure all required information has been provided in order for their application to be considered.
The program will begin to evaluate applications in January, and all materials must be submitted electronically by the application deadline of March 15, 2024.
Camp 4 Application Form, which includes a short essay
Teacher/School Counselor Assessment Form
High School Transcript
Teacher/Counselor Recommendation
As part of the Camp 4 Application, applicants will be asked for the name and email address of a teacher or school counselor that has agreed to submit an assessment form in support of the student's application.
This short assessment form should be completed by a teacher or school counselor (or other academic officer) who knows the applicant well and can speak to their academic ability, dedication and interest in attending, as well as character potential.
Once the student submits their application, an email will be generated to the recommender.
Official High School Transcript
Students are required to submit a copy of their high school academic transcript. Please follow submission instructions provided on the Camp 4 Application.
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