Academic

» American Collegiate Adventures
   Offers pre-college enrichment summer programs in Wisconsin, Italy, and Spain.

   
   http://www.acasummer.com/

» Camp Invention
   Week long summer enrichment day camps offered in elementary schools across the United States to enhance campers' understanding of science, math, history, and the arts. Includes locations, FAQ, program descriptions, dates, rates, and registration form.

   
   http://www.invent.org/camp/default.aspx

» Education Unlimited
   Academic summer camps for students in grades 4 to 12, offering SAT prep, computers, acting, public speaking, and college courses on campuses including Stanford, Berkeley, and UCLA. Includes course details and registration information.

   
   http://www.educationunlimited.com/

» Friends of the National Zoo: Camps and Classes
   Day and residential programs for kids, teens, and adults on conservation, wildlife, and biodiversity. Lists programs, schedules, and fees. [Requires family FONZ membership.]

   
   http://nationalzoo.si.edu/Education/Camps/

» Glimpses of China
   Cultural exposure program in Shanghai for high-achieving high school students from North America and Europe. Program details, admissions criteria, FAQ, fees, and application request form.

   
   http://www.foundationprograms.com/

» Global Youth Village
   Program for youths, ages 13-18, from around the world to meet and gain skills and perspectives on development issues, prejudice, peace building, and community action. Held in Bedford, Virginia. Sample daily schedule, program details, photos, dates, and ra

   
   http://globalyouthvillage.org/index.htm

» Guided Discoveries
   Summer camp activities with an emphasis on learning science concepts in outdoor environments in or near California. Includes information about the company, history and focus of each program.

   
   http://www.guideddiscoveries.com/

» Joseph Baldwin Academy for Eminent Young Scholars
   Three week, challenging academic programs for qualified students who have completed the 7th, 8th, or 9th grade. Held at Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri. Qualifications, courses, schedule, staff, and fees.

   
   http://jba.truman.edu/

» MITE2S - Minority Introduction to Engineering, Entrepreneurship, and Science
   Six week residential summer program at MIT that introduces promising Native American, Hispanic American, and African American high school juniors to engineering, science, and entrepreneurship. Program is 100% scholarship-based. Curriculum, class schedule,

   
   http://web.mit.edu/mites/www/

» MSSM: Summer Camps
   An exploration of science, math, and technology for students finishing grades 5 through 8. Held at the Maine School of Science and Mathematics in Limestone.

   
   http://www.mssm.org/summercamps/summercamphome.htm

» Musiker Discovery Programs
   Pre-college enrichment programs for high school students at 7 universities; summer enrichment experience for students completing grades 6, 7, or 8 using Skills for Mind and Body Curriculum; 3 to 6-week tours of the US, Canada, and Europe for grades 7-12.

   
   http://www.summerfun.com

» National Youth Science Camp
   Month-long camp for young scientists the summer after they graduate from high school. Held at a rustic camp near Bartow, West Virginia. Two students from each state are invited by their governor to participate in this all-expenses-paid program. FAQ, phot

   
   http://www.nysc.org/

» San Francisco Bay Area, Roleplay Workshop Summer Programs
   Offers day camp for ages 10 and up and one-week camping trips for ages 13 and up. While participating in a roleplaying game, students practice basic math, learn ecology, anthropology, organizational skills, and how to work with each other. Rates, dates, a

   
   http://www.roleplay-workshop.com/rpwssrpw.html

» Satori Camp
   Resident and commuter non-competitive summer experience for academically gifted 13-18 year olds. Held on Eastern Washington University's main campus in Cheney. FAQ and downloadable registration form.

   
   http://www.satoricamp.org/

» Summer Institute For The Gifted
   Three-week residential, co-educational, summer program for academically talented students in grades 1-11. Program blends college-level courses and traditional summer camp activities. Held at selected colleges, universities, and prep schools in the northea

   
   http://www.cgp-sig.com/

» Summer Science Day Camps
   Day camps for K-8, held at American Heritage Academy in Canton, Georgia. Offers a variety of programs with activities including chemistry, model building, and video game creation. Program schedules, FAQ, rates, and registration form.

   
   http://www.summersciencecamps.com/

» Summer Study Programs
   Offers pre-collegiate experience with college credit programs and enrichment programs at Penn State University, the University of Colorado at Boulder, and The American University of Paris. Programs, staff, FAQ, and application forms.

   
   http://www.summerstudy.com/

» Super Camp
   Teaches learning and life skills in four program levels for all types of students from grade 4 to 12+. Offers a balance of outdoor activities and academic studies. Campus locations, dates, tuition, program details, and FAQ.

   
   http://www.supercamp.com/

» Virginia Air & Space Center Camps
   Offers day camps throughout the year for ages 5-16, with a variety of hands-on science themes. Also offers overnight camp-ins for scouts and school groups. Located in Hampton, Virginia. Includes program descriptions, dates, and registration forms.

   
   http://www.vasc.org/camps/