Below is an alphabetical listing of summer opportunities for high school students. Click on the title for more information. The PHS Counseling Department advertises summer opportunities as we receive information. There are many more opportunities out there if you do a little searching. We do not promote one summer program over another but are sharing information with you.
ALP (Accelerated Learning Program) Accelerated Learning Program (ALP) engages talented students from across Wisconsin, the nation, and the world in research-based expertise of the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Come experience a truly unique learning environment with new offerings in the 2017 Accelerated Learning Program, where gifted students from across the world can interact, learn, and grow with each other.
American Indian Inclusive Reimagine STEM Summer Academy Northern Michigan University offers a summer academy that includes workshops in Anishinaabe language, Ecology, Ethnobotany, Wigwametry, American Indian Arts, and more. Learn a creative way to approach science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). All expenses paid; receive free college credit.
DUKE Summer Academy for High School Students Summer Academy for High School Students, a three-week, non-credit-bearing program offered by Duke University, 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 provide an academic and residential environment through which you will gain a global perspective on multiple areas of interest for young leaders.
Michigan Technological University Summer Youth Programs Programs are week-long explorations for students interested in the world of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Programs for students grades 9-11 include Women in Engineering and Engineering Scholars Program. These programs allow academically talented youth to explore various fields of engineering through hands-on projects and classroom investigations.
Reading Skills and Speed Reading Programs The summer reading skills and speed reading programs help high school students improve comprehension in both fiction and non-fiction and learn to read twice as fast. Students learn the best way to read and study textbooks and take notes. Hosted by UW-Parkside.
Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies The Summer Institutes provide an opportunity for these students to enrich and accelerate their academic pursuits and to meet other students who share their interests and abilities. Subject areas include arts and humanities, business, computer science, engineering, legal studies, mathematics, social science, physical and biological science, and writing.
Toolin' It Summer Manufacturing Camp Moraine Park Technical College in West Bend is offering a summer camp from 8:30-3:00 June 12-16 for students interested in manufacturing. The camp is open to males and females ages 13-16. There is a $100 fee for the camp. This is a great opportunity to learn more about manufacturing!
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Camps The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay offers a variety of summer camps, including Art and Music Camps, Rock Academy (for guitar, bass guitar, vocalists, keyboard, and drums), Video Game Programming Camps, Robotics and STEM Camps, and Aviation Day.
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Youth Career Exploration Academies Click on the link to learn more about various youth academies offered at UW-Oshkosh this summer. Academies include Police Academy, Experience Radio/TV, Explore CSI, and Discover Firefighting. Scholarships available.
University of Wisconsin-Platteville NIKE Volleyball Camp The NIKE Volleyball Camps offered at UW-Platteville are designed for athletes to gain playing experience - not to achieve an overall champion. A variety of camp options are available, whether you are a beginning player or varsity/club level player. Camps are in July and on the UW-Platteville campus.
University of Wisconsin - Sheboygan Engineering Boot Camp The Engineering Boot Camp is open to high school juniors and seniors interested in learning more about engineering and those who are interested in pursuing engineering in college.
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point ESL English for College Summer Program This three-week program is designed specifically for students who are learning English as a Second Language. Classes meet Monday through Friday (morning and afternoon) and include intensive work in the areas of reading, speaking, hearing and writing English.
University of Wisconsin-Madison College of Engineering The College of Engineering offers a variety of programs. The Leaders in Engineering Excellence and Diversity Scholars program is competitive scholarship program, designed to attract academically talented women and students from groups historically underrepresented in the field of engineering.Engineering Summer Program (ESP) is a fully funded, six-week residential program for students who will be high school juniors or seniors in the upcoming school year. The ESP course curriculum includes math, physics, chemistry, engineering, and technical communications. Check out the link for more opportunities too.
University of Wisconsin System Pre-College Programs Pre-College programs are offered at various campuses throughout the state. The college programs cover a large variety of subjects including academic programs, study skills, basketball, cheerleading, etc. Explore the link to find the right match for you.
Wisconsin Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) Summer Camps Wisconsin AHEC offers health career summer camps in a variety of locations across the state. These five-day camps allow the students to experience first hand the challenges, opportunities and rewards of health professions
Wisconsin Private College Week This July, jump in the car and take a road trip to Wisconsin's private, nonprofit colleges! Tour the campuses, learn about financial aid, explore the dorms, and even try the food! College Week is July 10-15 and provides the opportunity to explore a variety of private colleges across the state.
World Languages and Careers Academy The Academy is open to high school students ages 15-18 who have studied French, German, Japanese, or Spanish for at least two years. The Academy includes intensive language instruction and activities, career exploration with local professionals, residential experience and outdoor recreation. Scholarships available. Hosted by UW-Oshkosh.
Wisconsin Lions Camp Wisconsin Lions Camp provides camp experience for children and teens with the following disabilities: blind and visually impaired, diabetes, intellectual disabilities or educational autism, deaf or hard of hearing. Campers will swim and boat on Lions Lake, explore in the environmental education program, hit a target in archery, climb to new heights on our climbing tower, high ropes and zip line, create lasting art and performance projects, enjoy a campfire and wallow in our mud pit. Campers will met other children and teens from Wisconsin and build lasting friendships in a safe environment. This quality camping experience is provided free-of-charge to eligible children and adults with disabilities from Wisconsin.