Summer Opportunities
Opportunities in gray have not been received for the current year yet are commonly offered annually.
National Youth Science Camp Nominations Now Open
Deadline: February 28
Two talented graduating seniors will be selected to represent Texas at the 2019 National Youth Science Camp (NYSC). Student delegates attend the STEM and outdoor adventure program, at no charge. Travel is included. The students also visit Washington, DC.
The 2019 NYSC will be held from June 27 to July 20, 2019. Only students who can attend the entire session should plan to apply.
Additional information is available at https://nysf.smapply.io/.
ACE Camp 2019
Dates: June 10-14, 2019
ACE(Aviation Career Education Academy) camp is a one week career exploration camp incoming 11th & 12th grade students interested in aviation and aerospace. For more information, visit https://COB.UNT.EDU/ACE-CAMP
2019 TAGT Summer Enrichment Scholarships
Deadline: February 22
Awarded to identified gifted students grades K- 12, who are currently participating in a gifted program and who want to enrich their learning experience during the summer months. The maximum summer scholarship award is $400. Students may use these scholarships to attend programs with academic, fine art, or performing arts focus.
Learn more and apply at www.txgifted.org/scholarships
Mays Transformational Leadership Academy
Deadline: April 5
Dates: July 7-12, 2019
Open to all underrepresented rising seniors interested in majoring in business (any discipline at Mays).
For more information, contact Myro Martinez at mtla@mays.tamu.edu. To apply, visit https://mays.tamu.edu/office-of-diversity-and-inclusion/mtla/
High School Aerospace Scholars (HAS)
Deadline: mid October
Award: free lodging, meals, and transportation to and from NASA for 6 days
HAS is an online, learning experience in which selected students complete lessons and qualify to travel to NASA Johnson Space Center for 6 days in the summer where they will discover opportunities available to them in the STEM area.
Selection Guidelines:
junior
interested in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM)
For more information and to apply, visit HAS.aerospacescholars.org.
Duke Summer Academy for High School Students
Fee required
Dates: Term 1: June 14-July 3
Term 2: July 12-July 31
Summer Academy is a 3-week, non-credit bearing program that attracts students who represent the next generation of global citizens from around the world. Enroll in this elite program and immerse yourself in an international experience designed to expose students to leading-edge fields and equip them to be a leader in an every-changing tomorrow. Intensive STEM Camp is also available the week prior to or after this summer academy.
Explore a variety of innovative topics in one daytime course
Live in a residence hall on Duke's main campus and enjoy an authentic college experience
Immerse self in an unparalleled residential program and make friends from around the world
Enjoy a wide variety of academic expos to supplement the academic experience
Learn "soft-skills" such as communication, presentation, self-awareness, and team collaboration
For more information, visit: https://summersession.duke.edu/high-school-students/duke-summer-academy
Camp Arch
Deadline: March 29
Fee required
Dates: July 7-13
Camp Arch is an resident, one week, interdisciplinary summer camp at Texas A&M University. This camp is designed to give incoming 10th, 11th, or 12th grade student an opportunity to experience the professions of architecture, construction, landscape architecture, urban planning, and visual design. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of the field while allowing them to explore and expand upon their abilities to create and construct projects that will be showcased at the end of the week. Campers will also experience the Spirit of Aggieland, participating in interactive social activities, housed in dormitories
.and taught by faculty and graduate students from the College of Architecture
For more information visit http://www.arch.tamu.edu/future/campar
Sea Camp at Texas A&M Galveston
Sea Camp is a week long summer residential adventure for students interested in the marine and estuarine environments. Sea Campers will have access to research vessels,, oceanographic equipment, laboratory facilities, and a professional staff enabling each to learn about the ocean through hands-on experiences.
Selection Guidelines:
Ages 10-18
interested in marine biology science
Summer Discovery at UT
At Summer Discovery, UT Austin helps students prepare for transition from high school to college for students completing 9-12th grades (ages 14-18). The 3-week pre-college program combines academics, athletics, and activities to give high school students a taste of college life. Special classes in Engineering, Sports Management, Psychology, and Fashion are available.
Spend the Day with the Corps (SDWC)
SDWC is an official campus visit 7 to Texas A&M University providing an outstanding opportunity to gain invaluable information about the University and the Corps of Cadets. Activities throughout the day include a presentation by the Office of Admission, Scholarships, and Financial Aid, representatives from the Army, Air Force and Navy/Marine ROTC programs, cadets and staff. Cost is $25 per family.
Selection Guidelines:
incoming high school junior or senior
Pre-registration is required at http://corps.tamu.edu/spend-the-day-with-the-corps/.
Spend the Night with the Corps (SDWC)
Spend the Night with the Corps offers juniors and seniors a unique, first-hand experience of Corps and student life at Texas A&M most weeks during the fall & spring semesters.. Participants will meet current cadets, stay in the Corps dorms, eat meals and attend classes with a cadet, will hear from key staff and learn about the university's admissions process, financial aid, scholarships and academic support. Cost is $15.50 per person.
Selection Guidelines:
incoming high school junior or senior
Pre-Law Academy
Deadline: March 1
Stephen F. Austin University offers the only pre-law experience in Texas designed for high school juniors and seniors, June 8-15.
Selection Guidelines:
completion of 10th grade through senior
For more information and to apply, visit http://www.sfasu.edu/oidp/258.asp.
Camp LEAD (Leadership Education & Development Camp) - Texas Tech
Application Deadline: March 25
Camp L.E.A.D. is Texas Tech University's leadership program. You will participate in activities ranging from individualized leadership sessions to group challenges and team-building activities. You will also be able to explore the Tech campus with sessions in your intended field of study.
July 24-27
Free! Transportation, housing and materials are provided to those admitted
Selection Guidelines:
high school senior
academic performance with ACT/SAT scores
community involvement
leadership
interested in attending Texas Tech University
For more information and to apply, visit http://www.ttu.edu/camplead or http://www.ttu.edu/camplead/Apply.php