Summer Camps

School's out for summer—but the fun learning continues at Rutgers!

 

Summer Camps

4-H Camp at Rutgers Gardens

New Jersey’s treasured 4-H Camp program is collaborating with Rutgers Gardens to offer an exciting Day Camp experience for the Summer. The program combines the social/emotional learning of 4-H Camp’s friendly, communal, tech-free experience with the beautiful environment and educational opportunities of Rutgers Gardens.

Art & Design
Ages 5-18

This summer, take part in a variety of visual arts programs led by Mason Gross faculty, alumni, and graduate students. Draw, paint, and design, all from the comfort of your own home!

BOLD (BioCONECT Oncology Leadership Development) Program
Ages 14-18

A unique summer learning opportunity for students who have an interest in learning about cellular biology and genetics of cancer, as well as the diverse careers connected to the field. 

Bridge Math Program
Grades 1-8

This program is ideal for students wanting to stay engaged during the summer, reinforce the learning gains made during the previous year or preview of the math topics they will face in the upcoming year.

Filmmaking
Ages 14-18

The Summer Filmmaking Intensive will give students a five-day crash course in film production. No prior experience is required. Students will learn the fundamentals of screenwriting, cinematography, directing, and post-production as they produce an original short film over the course of the week under the guidance of Rutgers filmmaking alumni.

Kids Create!
Grades K-8 | Aug 2-20

Rutgers Community arts faculty lead this multi-discipline creative arts camp where children develop their imaginations and skills through drawing, painting, collage, movement, music, improvisational theater, creative dramatics, and playwriting.

L.G. Cook 4-H Camp
Ages 8-16

A camp experience full of activities that you won't forget. 

Reading Program
Ages 4-18+

Reading programs to help students build strong skills and a love of reading.

Rutgers Recreation
Ages 5-16

Recreational, motivational and educational experiences for children ages 5-16. Seven 1-week camp sessions are offered June through August.

SMART
Grades 6-11

SMART is a pre-college enrichment program designed to cultivate students’ interest in health science and research, culminating in enhanced competitiveness and expansion of the pool of underrepresented minority students interested in pursuing health-related professions.

Student Maker Summer Camps
Grades 6-12

The Rutgers Makerspace will open its doors to Middle School and High School students for a week of innovation and invention. Students will design their own solutions to a problem, with the goal of developing an innovative product or process.

TRIO Programs
Ages 11+

The Center for PreCollege Programs includes the TRIO programs of Talent Search and Upward Bound, the Abbott Leadership Institute, University-Assisted Partnerships with local high schools, Cooperman Scholars Program and the Rutgers Future Scholars Program, our collaboration across Rutgers University.

Young Actors Workshop
Grades 10-12

The Young Actors Workshop provides students with the unique opportunity to train with professionals within a collegiate environment. Our comprehensive course features study in acting, movement, acting for the camera, EDI for the Actor, and more. Our program is a once in a lifetime opportunity that will change the trajectory of our student’s life.

Zimmerli Summer Art Camp
Ages 6-14

Students are invited to explore their creative sides and develop new skills in the arts alongside our wonderful teaching artists.

Pre-College Academies

Biochemistry
Ages 16-18

The Biochemistry Summer Academy provides students with an introductory knowledge of biochemistry through lectures and on-hands lab experiences, such as experiments with GFP (green-fluorescent protein). 

Engineering
Ages 16-18

This program provides high school students with an introduction to aerospace, biochemical, biomedical, chemical, civil, computer, electrical, environmental, forensic, industrial, material science, mechanical and systems engineering disciplines and careers. 

Language
Ages 16-18

Students can elevate their Chinese or Spanish proficiency while building their problem-solving, collaborative, and social responsibility skills to make themselves more competitive as a global citizen in the 21st century. 

Leadership
Ages 16-18

Students will enhance their critical thinking skills, identify personal leadership strengths and style, and improve communication. 

Physical Therapy
Ages 16-18

Students in the Physical Therapy Summer Academy will receive advice on how to prepare for this growing field from academic advisors and professionals in the field. Students will tour the Functional Human Anatomy and Exercise Physiology Labs, and visit the Graduate Rutgers DPT Campuses.

Pre-Law/Mock Trial
Ages 16-18

Students will receive an introduction to jurisprudence and learn how laws are adjudicated and administered. This specialized program will also advance their college preparedness by enhancing your critical and analytical skill and informing their college interest and career choice.

Intensives

Dance
Ages 14-18

Summer dance students receive specialized, age-appropriate mentorship by Mason Gross School of the Arts faculty. A residential option for the Summer Dance Conservatory allows high school students an early taste of on-campus college life. Weekly evening classes are available for students who wish to continue their academic year practice. Participants make use of the professional facilities of the Mason Gross Dance Department for classes and performances.

Drawing & Painting Portfolio Intensives
Ages 14-18

The Drawing & Painting Portfolio Intensives are designed for students who wish to develop their awareness and abilities in drawing and painting, as well as for those considering applying to art school in the future. 

Music
Ages 14+

Summer music intensives feature a rigorous, collegiate-level experience led by Mason Gross School of the Arts faculty and renowned musicians. A residential option for the performing arts programs allows high school students an early taste of on-campus college life. Participants make use of the world-class facilities of the Mason Gross Music Department for classes and performances.

Summer Scholars
Grades 9-12 & gifted youth

Designed for high-achieving high school students and gifted youth, the Rutgers Summer Scholars Program allows you the opportunity to study at one of the nation's top research universities. 

Waksman Institute Summer Experience
Grades 9-12

The Waksman Institute Summer Experience (vWISE) is a one week program that engages students in an authentic research project. It focuses on the DNA sequence analyses of genes from the duckweed Landoltia punctata, and how these compare to those found in other species.

SAT & ACT Test Prep

ACT Online Blitz

The ACT Online Blitz gives students access to learn and interact with expert instructors and gain the tools they need to be victorious on the ACT through a multi-week course format.

ACT Summer Institute

Students will gain insight into test prep strategies and receive a comprehensive study plan, and support through this intensive four-day program.

SAT Online Blitz

This multi-week course format provides students with the tools they need to succeed the SAT. It includes 16 hours of expert instruction, a study plan, a preparation guide and so much more.

SAT Summer Institute

This intensive test prep program helps students develop essential test-taking tools to prepare for and succeed the SAT.

 

MOOCS Offered Through Coursera

Select Rutgers courses are now available on Coursera, an education platform that partners with top universities and organizations worldwide. Courses are available online for anyone to take for free. Although they are mostly college-level courses, there is no age requirement.