VetCAMP at NC State is a 5 day summer camp hosted by the Veterinary Professions Advising Center (VetPAC) at North Carolina State University. Since 2011, this camp has educated students about careers in veterinary medicine and the various opportunities within the field. Camp activities include a tour of the College of Veterinary Medicine, basics of a small animal clinic, hands-on experience with horses, sheep and pigs at the NC State Animal Education Units, suture and dissection labs, learning about NC State majors and more!

Applications Close April 6th 2026

The Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program (SEAP) places high school students in Department of Navy (DoN) laboratories where they take part in real Naval research for eight weeks during the summer.

SEAP gives academically talented sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in STEM the opportunity to learn about Naval research and technology while receiving first-class mentoring by top scientists and engineers.

SEAP is a competitive program with around 300 placements in more than 30 laboratories around the country in which many participants go on to careers within the DoN. Interns are selected based upon academic achievement, personal statements, recommendations, and career and research interests.

Applications Close November 1st 2025

Design Discovery @ UVA School of Architecture

Design Discovery is a 6-day summer program hosted by the UVA School of Architecture that invites high school students of all backgrounds to unlock their creativity through design thinking. Each session will demystify design and introduce it as an empowering way of seeing and working in the world.

Participants will operate in both academic and real-world settings: a learning-through-making workshop series, an architecture firm visit, and a tour of an active construction site. An ‘I See Me’ lunch and learn series features conversations with a diverse cross-section of UVA alumni, faculty, and students. All youth participants will have access to dedicated workspace in our studio environment with appropriate safety orientation to our robust Fabrication Lab. Each program session culminates in a celebratory exhibit with food, families, and friends.

Washington Youth Summit on the Environment (GMU)

George Mason University, along with distinguished partner the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute, is proud to host the Washington Youth Summit on the Environment (WYSE). WYSE is a week-long experiential learning program for highly engaged high school students. As National Youth Delegates attending WYSE, students will experience an integrated and forward-thinking approach to the environment, while acquiring valuable “in-the-trenches” knowledge. Curriculum includes hands-on learning with industry leaders, international conservation experts, research scientists, and Washington insiders.

Washington Journalism and Media Conference (GMU)

George Mason University is proud to host the Washington Journalism and Media Conference (WJMC). WJMC is a week-long experiential learning program for highly engaged high school students. As National Youth Correspondents, students will experience an integrated and forward-thinking approach to journalism and media while acquiring valuable “in-the-trenches” knowledge. Curriculum includes hands-on learning with industry leaders, award-winning journalists, international media outlets, and Washington insiders.

Summer Bridge: Women in STEM @ Radford University

The Radford University Artis College of Science and Technology Summer Bridge WOMEN IN STEM program is a week-long residential experience for rising sophomore, junior, and senior high school students interested in science, technology, and mathematics.

Areas studied in Summer Bridge: Women in STEM include:

• Astronomy and Space Exploration

• Biochemistry

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Computer Science

• Electronics

• Geology

• Mathematics

• Robotics

• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles/Drones

The Radford University Artis College of Science and Technology Summer Bridge Program: WOMEN IN STEM serves rising sophomore, junior, and senior high school students by facilitating a week of exploration in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from Virginia and other states. The Summer Bridge Program upholds the Radford University Artis College of Science and Technology (RUACSAT) commitment to enhancing science education and to increasing the number of women in STEM fields. The Summer Bridge Program is not limited to female participants and any rising sophomore, junior, and senior high school student interested in Women in STEM is invited to apply.

VA Dept of Conservation - Youth Conservation Corps

Virginia State Parks Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) is a two-week, residential program consisting of work projects during weekdays and environmental education and adventure opportunities on weeknights and weekends. Ten Crew Members live at each park with three to four adult Crew Leaders. Crews are divided into male and female groups. The crew learns to live and work as a team of diverse individuals. The mission of YCC is to connect Virginia's youth with the natural world through a structured program of meaningful service projects on public lands. Youth build trails, friendships, environmental literacy and self-confidence as they work to preserve access to the outdoors for generations to come.

Chesapeake Bay Foundation - Student Leadership Summer Expeditions

Explore to Learn. Learn to Lead.

Hike, fish, wade, and paddle in the most inspiring natural areas in the Chesapeake Bay watershed, all while learning how to be an effective advocate for the world around you!

The Chesapeake Bay Foundation - Student Leadership Summer Expeditions applications are OPEN! Join them in the field this summer! These multi-day, in-person, overnight experiences are open to rising 9th-12th graders who are interested in joining fellow students in their mission to advance advocacy, take action, and raise awareness to help save the Bay. Expeditions primarily take place outdoors where participants explore different parts of the watershed and engage with CBF staff, field experts, and scientists.

VSGC Pathways Flight Academies

Pathways Flight Academies offer a free, 12-day immersive residential experience that provides ground school plus 10 hours of flight instruction with the potential to do a solo flight.

Virginia Space Grant Consortium, in partnership with the Commonwealth of Virginia, Averett University, Rick Aviation, Aviation Adventures, and the Virginia Department of Aviation, is offering flight academies for selected high school students statewide in response to the looming national shortage of airline pilots and the growing need for aviation maintenance technicians and air traffic controllers.

This program will allow students to explore aviation career fields while learning to fly! The Commonwealth of Virginia and the Virginia Department of Aviation are both providing funding that permits the Pathways Flight Academies program to be offered free of charge to participants.

The Pathways Flight Academies will immerse students in learning to fly while discovering the range of exciting aviation career opportunities available. Academies will be offered during the summer for selected students who have shown a passion for their career aspirations in becoming a commercial pilot as well as an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM).

SAME Marine Corps STEM Camp

The Society of American Military Engineers (SAME), a community of engineers that includes active duty and Federal civilian engineers, as well as members of the private engineering community, provides engineering design and construction support to the military services and Department of Defense. Every summer they put on summer camps for high school students interested in STEM. The camps are conducted on military installations and are open to rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. The week-long camps, held in conjunction with the U.S. Army, the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy and the U.S. Marine Corps, are designed for high school students who excel in math, science and technology courses and are interested in pursuing engineering, architecture, or a related field in college. This program is open to ALL high school students who meet the eligibility criteria listed in the application, not just military families. Additional details and links to the various camps are on our website.

MLS Path: Transfusion Services Summer Scholars at VCU

MLS Path: Transfusion Services Summer Scholars, is a five-day summer program where participants explore medical laboratory sciences with a focus on transfusion medicine. Explore the educational requirements and responsibilities of MLS professionals, take guided lab tours, and immerse yourself in the fascinating field of transfusion medicine! The program is FREE! All meals and materials are provided. Participants are invited to live on campus at VCU and receive a $500 stipend once the program is completed! All students must have completed 10th grade by the time the program begins to be eligible. At the start of the program, each student should be between a rising 11th grader and a rising college junior. Interested student can access the application here: MLS PATH: Transfusion Services Summer Scholars Application

Conflict Resolution Youth Summit (GMU)

Conflict Resolution Youth Summit - to tackle today’s toughest challenges? Join us at George Mason University for a four-day, overnight Youth Summit where high school students from across the country come together to collaborate, problem-solve, and spark real impact. Together, you’ll connect over shared interests, engage in meaningful dialogue, and gain fresh perspectives on the issues shaping our world.

Applications close April 15th

VALHEN STEM Academy (GMU)

George Mason University is proud to host the VALHEN STEM Academy. This unique pre-college experience offers selected participants a series of interactive and hands-on sessions across a wide range of STEM disciplines, held in Mason’s cutting-edge facilities. VSA’s fun, innovative format connects today’s high school students* to the STEM majors and interdisciplinary careers of tomorrow.

JMU Summer Honors Institute

The JMU Summer Honors Institute is a unique, week-long program where talented, rising high school juniors and seniors get a first-hand look at life in a dynamic university and its Honors College.

As a JMU Summer Honors Institute student, you can:

• Experience the excitement of life at a great university

• Take hands-on courses with outstanding faculty (Summer Honors Institute courses are not eligible for JMU credit.)

• Explore careers and academic majors from the sciences, humanities, arts, business, and social sciences

• Live in a residence hall and explore the JMU campus

Applications close March 1

Hollinsummer Creative Writing Intensive (Hollins University)

Writers Who Are Going Places: Creative Writing Intensive - Looking for a creative and supportive writing community? Interested in a sneak peek into one of the nations’ top creative writing programs? Our Creative Writing Intensive will help you develop a stronger writing voice in fiction, poetry, and personal narratives. This weeklong skill development program includes writers’ workshops and special events with visiting authors to help you hone your skills. (Pre-College program for rising 9th – 12th Grade girls)

Hollinsummer Experiment and Explore: Science Seminar (Hollins University)

Experiment and Explore: Science Seminar - Do you have a passion for the sciences? This weeklong research symposium challenges participants to experiment and explore high interest topics in chemistry, and environmental studies. So, whether your future interests lie in ecology, medicine, or engineering, you will gain invaluable experience in a college-level research environment both in the lab and in the field. (Pre-College program for rising 9th – 12th Grade girls)

Hollinsummer Riders Who Are Going Places: Advanced Equestrian Program (Hollins University)

Riders Who Are Going Places: Advanced Equestrian Program - Are you an advanced or intermediate rider interested in learning from college instructors about hunter/jumper riding, barn management, and the care of horses? In this weeklong riding intensive, you will receive college level coaching, top notch amenities, and the pleasure of our esteemed Hollins horses used by our nationally recognized riding team. As the week concludes, you’ll show off your skills with a Saturday morning showcase and picnic farewell for parents and family members.

Interested students must submit their Hollinsummer application, including the required skills video, by February 1.

St. John’s Summer Academy - The Great Books Program

St. John’s Summer Academy is a college summer program for high school students (ages 15 to 18), modeled after St. John’s discussion-based, interdisciplinary method of teaching great books. A genuine introduction to college life, Summer Academy helps students hone their reading, critical thinking, and discussion skills in classes led by St. John’s faculty. This summer, we are offering week-long programs on our campuses in Annapolis, Maryland, and Santa Fe, New Mexico, and online programs from your own home. Summer Academy is perfect for high school students who want to immerse themselves in books, ideas, and a community that loves learning as much as you do. And it is fun!

UNC Asheville’s Pre-College Programs

UNC Asheville’s Pre-College Programs introduce high school students to college-level study, university life, and career options in a dynamic learning environment. Each one-week program offers deep immersion into an academic topic, challenging activities, and the opportunity to engage with industry professionals. Past topics have included: Creative Writing, Poetry, Pottery, Music Composition & Songwriting, River Ecology, Outdoor Geology, Aerospace Engineering, Meteorology, Zooology, Pre-Med, and Video Game Design