Summer Experiences & Courses
This summer, take a vacation from the ordinary and continue your education in one of Quinnipiac’s high school summer programs. We are proud to offer a growing list of summer programs designed to give dedicated high school students a chance to grow academically and personally while getting an early taste of the college experience.
The application for Summer 2024 will open in January 2024. Complete our pre-registration form to receive an early-bird discount of $100.
Our summer programs offer high school students the opportunity to:
Explore topics of interest at the college level, free from college-level pressure
Build a portfolio of work within an academic field of interest
Connect personally with Quinnipiac faculty, staff and other students
Build high-demand soft skills, such as communication, critical thinking and confidence
Earn valuable certifications and experience to add to a resume
The application for Summer 2024 will open in January 2024. Complete our pre-registration form to receive an early-bird discount of $100.
Quinnipiac University offers summer programs, camps and courses for learners of all ages, including veterans, students transitioning to college, and current undergraduates.
The Bobcat Nature Academy summer experience takes students out of the classroom and gives them a front-row seat to the natural world. Throughout this 1-week camp, our instructors provide hands-on learning experiences on our campus and across the street at Sleeping Giant State Park.
The Data Sciences Lab summer program is perfect for high school students who love problem-solving, looking for patterns, creative thinking and the idea of using technology to tackle real-world challenges. Students will learn to leverage math, statistics and computer programming to analyze data, detect patterns, solve problems and influence the decisions we make.
This 2-week summer program introduces high school students to academic game design and eSports as potential career paths. Participants will spend the mornings learning the process of brainstorming, designing, developing and testing games before shifting their attention in the afternoons and focusing on how to participate in and manage eSports teams and competitions.
Embark on an exploration of the Graphic and Interactive Design realm by delving into the intricacies of designing posters, websites, apps and animations — the very elements that capture your attention. Participants will gain hands-on experience in creating a diverse range of projects, from printed posters and banner animations to apps, websites and more.
Hacker High School is a chance for high school students to learn how to protect themselves and their information from cybercriminals and get ahead within the fast-growing, high-potential industry of cybersecurity. This 2-week program is a great fit for students interested in pursuing a career in computer science, cybersecurity or IT as well as students interested in learning the tools and techniques to keep information secure in today’s digital world. This knowledge isn’t just essential to your own personal safety but incredibly valuable to employers in almost every field all over the world.
The Healthcare Career Exploration Academy introduces high school students to ten different healthcare disciplines to make it easier to decide which degree program matches their skills and interests. Students will learn about career opportunities within allied health professions, gain certification in health-related skills and earn two credits that will transfer to Quinnipiac University.
Photography is a passion, a profession and a valuable skill to have in our digital world. Perfect for high-school students looking to upgrade their photography skills, this 1-week program puts students on real photo assignments with hands-on lessons to produce high-quality digital assets — and showcase that you don't need an expensive camera to capture, edit and produce exceptional photography.
This fast-paced program is open to high school students who dream of telling their stories across all types of media platforms. Participants will work with award-winning media professionals and use our industry-standard cameras and editing suites to translate their creative ideas into engaging short films and video pieces.
Quinnipiac professors and sports journalism professionals champion this 1-week program for students to gain hands-on experience as sports journalists and develop an understanding of potential career opportunities. Attendees write, edit, record and produce sports stories both on and off campus while learning the basics of interviewing athletes and conducting press conferences.
Do you love science but can’t decide which branch of science is your favorite? Do ancient civilizations, geological rock formations, engines, chemical reactions, the nervous system, and solar system excite you? The Physical and Life Sciences Exploration Academy introduces high school students to a variety of disciplines and fields to make it easier to decide which degree program matches their skills and interests.
This 1-week comprehensive program offers hands-on learning in medical microbiology, including culturing microbes, analyzing results and diagnosing infectious diseases. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the functions and importance of the human microbiome in health and disease and will learn more about the topics of antibiotic resistance and disease outbreaks.
Ever wonder how Barbie became the biggest movie of the year? Or how the March For Our Lives changed the debate on gun violence forever? In this one-week boot camp, attendees will learn how to combine the power of public relations and social media as they work for an actual client alongside a public relations professional.
"My experience in the Healthcare Career Exploration Academy was so memorable — it was an amazing opportunity to experience a little taste of what college would be like, provided insight to many healthcare professions in the field and helped me figure out what I wanted to do in my future, which is occupational therapy. All fo the staff were knowledgeable and friendly and I met great friends that I will talk to every day."
“I had such an amazing experience in the QU Summer Program. Everyone was so kind and welcoming. I was able to bond with so many different people, even those from other courses outside of the one I was taking. It really helped me get an idea of what college is like and also helped me decide if photography is what I want to pursue. The atmosphere felt safe, welcoming and positive.”
Quinnipiac University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act as an institution of higher education. Students who have a current IEP or 504 plan are encouraged to share any accommodations or modifications they may require in order to access the fundamentals of a QU summer program or camp they plan to attend.
Students requesting disability-based accommodations should indicate this within the application as well as email summerprograms@qu.edu about any and all specific accommodation needs.
Read Quinnipiac University’s Summer Camp and Pre-College Program Policies