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Join the University of Minnesota’s Under the Hood Summer Program.
Reserve Your Spot
Reserve Your Spot
Registration for Summer 2026 is now open!
Because we maintain a low staff-to-student ratio to ensure a high-quality, hands-on experience, seats are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Week 1 (Beginner): $125 This course is required for participation in Week 2
Week 2 (Advanced): $175
Bundle both weeks for a full-immersion experience!
This Program is limited to those that will be in grades 11 or 12 in the 2026-2027 school year. If students do not fall into one of those categories, contact DSAIevents@umn.edu.
Final Deadline: Registration will officially close as soon as all sections are full. Don't miss your chance to go "Under the Hood"—secure your spot today!
Scholarships & Accessibility
Scholarships & Accessibility
We are committed to making data science education accessible to all students. A limited number of full fee waivers and scholarships are available for students with financial need. To apply for a waiver, please complete the scholarship section within the registration form before registration closes.
FAQ
FAQ
Everything you need to know about the Under the Hood experience.
What is the cost of the Under the Hood Summer Program?
What is the cost of the Under the Hood Summer Program?
Week 1: $125 | Week 2: $175
A limited number of scholarships and fee waivers are available to ensure this program is accessible.
What is included in the registration fee?
What is included in the registration fee?
The registration fee includes lunch and a continental breakfast for each day of camp, and all instructional materials. Students will be in computer labs and do not need to bring their own computer.
The registration fee also includes a transit pass, upon request, for students who intend to take public transit to campus. The registration fee does not include parking if students drive to campus.
What is the cancellation policy?
What is the cancellation policy?
To receive a full refund, please submit your cancellation request at least one week prior to the start of your scheduled program week.
Who is this program for?
Who is this program for?
We are looking for curious, motivated rising 11th and 12th graders. If you’ve completed Algebra and have an interest in how technology works, you belong here!
This Program is limitedto those that will be in grades 11 or 12 in the 2026-2027 school year. If students do not fall into one of those categories, contact DSAIevents@umn.edu.
Do I need zero coding experience?
Do I need zero coding experience?
Exactly. For Week 1, we start from the very beginning. We’ll teach you the Python fundamentals you need to build your first machine learning models. If you do have experience, our mentors will provide advanced challenges to keep you engaged.
Is Week 1 required for Week 2?
Is Week 1 required for Week 2?
Yes. To ensure everyone in the Advanced program is ready for complex neural networks, completion of the Week 1 program (either this year or in a previous year) is a mandatory prerequisite.
What does "Under the Hood" mean?
What does "Under the Hood" mean?
While many programs focus on how to use AI (like ChatGPT), we focus on how to build it. You will learn the actual math and code that makes these systems work, rather than just learning how to type in a prompt.
Are there scholarships available?
Are there scholarships available?
Yes! We believe financial barriers should never stand in the way of innovation. We offer a limited number of full fee waivers and scholarships. You can request more information or apply directly through our registration form.
Is the "All-Girls" section different?
Is the "All-Girls" section different?
The curriculum is identical to our other sections! However, this specific cohort is designed to create a supportive, inclusive space for students who are traditionally underrepresented in the tech and data science fields AND everyone is still welcome!
Is this a "Generative AI" camp?
Is this a "Generative AI" camp?
While we cover Generative Models in Week 2, our focus is on the implementation and science of ML, not just using AI tools to write essays.
Do final projects have to be made from scratch?
Do final projects have to be made from scratch?
They will be creating their own project from learning throughout the week.
Do students need to write a paper?
Do students need to write a paper?
No.
Still have a question?
Still have a question?
Check out our recorded Informational Q&A Session! In this session, our program leads go over the curriculum, showcase past student projects, and answer live questions from parents and students.
Still don't have the answer you are looking for? That's OK! Email our team at dsaievents@umn.edu and we will answer your question to the best of our ability.
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