"Jordyn truly enjoyed herself over the two weeks she spent at camp. She made a lot of friends, who she still keeps in touch with, and learned so much about the career field she wishes to pursue after post high school."
Summer Academy
A Summer of Learning
Discover our specialized two-week non-credit camps designed for students entering grades 9–12 who have an interest in science, technology, engineering, and math. These camps provide a unique opportunity to expand your STEM knowledge and skills while building connections with fellow aspiring scientists and engineers.
Academic Summer Camps
Whether you’re exploring potential areas of study or looking for an immersive experience in a subject you’re passionate about, our camps offer:
- A glimpse into life at LSU.
- Participation in college-level courses purely for the joy of learning.
- Involvement in exciting hands-on projects with like-minded peers, LSU graduate students, and faculty.
Contact
Stephanie Givens
High School Summer Academy is operated by the Gordon A. Cain Center for STEM Literacy (222 Prescott Hall).
Summer Academy Camps
In this camp, students will be able to design, model, and 3D print unique parts that bring their passions to life! Using Autodesk Inventor, students will apply the engineering design process to design a solution from scratch, 3D model it, and refine it through multiple iterations. When students are satisfied with their design, they will 3D print their them! At the end of the week, students will take home their files and 3D printed objects.
- Date: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 9th - 12th
- Program fee: $1250
- Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
In today's world, AI is shaping everything from video games to healthcare, and now it’s your turn to dive in! This exciting, hands-on, 2-week course will introduce you to the amazing world of AI and machine learning. You’ll get to experiment with real AI tools and learn how they can be used in fun and creative ways. No previous coding experience is needed. Just bring your curiosity and creativity! By the end of this course, you’ll not only have a deeper understanding of AI but also the skills to use it in school projects, hobbies, or even future careers in tech.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 9th - 12th
- Program fee: $1250
- Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
In the age of growing technology, understanding how we protect ourselves is ever important. Here students will learn how bad actors try to get your information and the ways we try to protect yourself or others. From identifying phishing emails to computer networks to cryptography, we will explore various areas of cybersecurity. Where by the end of the program, students will be prepared for the cybersecurity concentration at LSU or those wanting to learn more about how to protect themselves in the digital age.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 9th - 12th
- Program fee: $1250
- Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
This two-week summer camp immerses high school students in the dynamic and ever-evolving world of e-sports. Participants will explore the history of competitive gaming, the rise of professional leagues, and the impact of technology on the industry. Additionally, students will dive into game design, game feel, and how different genres—including cozy games—can offer competitive experiences. The camp will also include an exciting visit to LSU’s Digital Media Center, where students will gain insight into game development, digital production, and careers in the gaming industry.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 9th - 12th
- Program fee: $1250
- Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
Campers enrolled in this course will explore the inner workings of the human body. The first part of each day will begin with the in-depth exploration of a major body system. Campers will also apply their new knowledge through careful dissection of a preserved specimen and compare and contrast the body systems seen with those of a human. Participants will have the opportunity to tour the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine and interact with practitioners. This course will help students interested in medicine, veterinary medicine or in Kinesiology explore gain a better understanding of an important part of these disciplines. It will also provide them with skills they will be able to use during their studies.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 9th - 12th
- Program fee: $1250
- Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board
- Deadline to register or apply: Application closes after 20 students
This course is an introduction to both the compositional and technical aspects of music production and recording. We will cover the physics of sound, microphone use and design, recording techniques, recording and computer music software, synthesis, foley and sound design, and music theory and harmony. Students will record and produce their own tracks and sound effects and will have the opportunity to collaborate with the Game Design in JavaScript class to write an original soundtrack. This course is perfect for any students interested in music or sound design.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 9th - 12th
- Program fee: $1250
- Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
In this course, we will cover the basics of JavaScript - one of the most widely-used coding languages available - to learn how to code your own 2D video game. You will program character interactions, set up keyboard controls, add your own soundtrack, and more. At the end of camp, we will have a competition to see who can score the highest on each person's final game. Some programming experience is helpful, but not required.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 9th - 12th
- Program fee: $1250
- Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
In this camp, students will explore Geometry as it is used in real life! Students will create geometric art structures while making connections with conic sections, parabolas, hyperbolas, and more. Students will have the opportunity to use geometry to design their ideal living space. Students will learn about probability and demonstrate their problem-solving skills in head-to-head competitions. The material covered in this course will prepare students for college courses such as trigonometry, architecture, statistics, and engineering.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 9th - 12th
- Program fee: $1250
- Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
This course immerses students in real-world scenarios, scientific inquiry, knowledge of human health, and associated consequences of environmental change and challenges. In addition to studying the basic principles of environmental sciences and human disease, students will examine the intricacies and relatedness of these two fields as we navigate an ever-changing world. This course also provides students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies to contribute scientific discovery and inquiry needed to best serve humanity and the world that surrounds us. By the end of the course, students will be prepared for taking high school biology, AP biology, or AP Environmental Science in the upcoming year.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 9th - 12th
- Program fee: $1250
- Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
Interactive Computing focuses on the nuances of programming for interacting with the real world in two representative areas: autonomous robots and the front end of web applications. Students learn how to code a software model within the realities of physical hardware, how to write test suites, and how to systematically debug their programs. Through fun and engaging projects, students will learn programming-based problem-solving skills, such as teaching robots to navigate mazes and play soccer, developing online web apps to read sensors and control actuators in greenhouses, and automating devices at home with Internet of Things (IoT) technologies.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 9th - 12th
- Program fee: $1250
- Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
Launch your engineering future! Our Introduction to Engineering summer camp program offers an immersive experience designed to give you a taste of what it is like to be an engineer. Explore different engineering disciplines, work on hands-on projects, and discover the exciting possibilities a career in engineering can offer.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 9th - 12th
- Program fee: $1250 + $200 supply fee
- Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
Virtual Math Circle is designed to provide high school students with the opportunity to conduct mathematical research with guidance from professors and graduate students. By the end of the program, students will have a completed mathematical research project that they can continue as a science fair project in the fall.
Session 1: TBD
Session 2: TBD
- Time: TBD
- Grades: 9th - 12th
- Program fee: $1200 + $300 registration fee
- Residential option: Virtual
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
This course will involve students in the development, building, and programming of robots to accomplish various tasks. Students will perform hands-on work in teams to encourage knowledge sharing, reflection, and review. Topics may include motor speed, gear ratios, torque, sensors, program loops, project documentation, and decision-making.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 9th - 12th
- Program fee: $1250
- Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
Pre-College Camps
The LSU Summer Chinese Language Camp will take place at LSU's World Language Lab & Resource Center located in Prescott Hall room 234. Prescott Hall is located on LSU's Quad right in the heart of campus.
The camp will offer Elementary-aged students two weeks of language and cultural instruction. Get immersed in this unique experience where students will have the chance to participate in a variety of activities learning the Chinese language and culture with experienced LSU faculty.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 1st - 5th
- Program fee: $550 + $50 registration fee
- Residential option: Commuter only
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
Computer science is a quickly growing field with a diverse array of applications. Computer scientists are innovators and problem-solvers who play a crucial role in society from engineering and business to entertainment! In this camp, participants will learn basic skills in Python programming language and learn key concepts in major areas of computer science such as algorithms, video games, artificial intelligence, robotics, digital music production, and ethical hacking. Participants will also program an Arduino to create circuits, read sensors, and build an autonomous robot using a Sparkfun Kit that they will take home on the last day. Lunch and snacks will be provided daily.
This camp is supported by Louisiana Economic Development. Partial financial need scholarships are available.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 10th - 12th
- Program fee: $500
- Residential option: Commuter only
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
Computer science is a quickly growing field with a diverse array of applications. Computer scientists are innovators and problem-solvers who play a crucial role in society from engineering and business to entertainment! In this camp, participants will learn basic skills in Python programming language and learn key concepts in major areas of computer science such as algorithms, video games, artificial intelligence, robotics, digital music production, and ethical hacking. Participants will also program an Arduino to create circuits, read sensors, and build an autonomous robot using a Sparkfun Kit that they will take home on the last day. Lunch and snacks will be provided daily.
This camp is supported by Louisiana Economic Development. Partial financial need scholarships are available.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 7th - 9th
- Program fee: $500
- Residential option: Commuter only
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
The LSU Summer French Language Camp will take place at LSU's World Language Lab & Resource Center located in Prescott Hall room 234. Prescott Hall is located on LSU's Quad right in the heart of campus.
The camp will offer Elementary-aged students two weeks of language and cultural instruction. Get immersed in this unique experience where students will have the chance to participate in a variety of activities learning the French language and culture with experienced LSU faculty.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 1st - 5th
- Program fee: $550 + $50 registration fee
- Residential option: Commuter only
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
The LSU Summer German Language Camp will take place at LSU's World Language Lab & Resource Center located in Prescott Hall room 234. Prescott Hall is located on LSU's Quad right in the heart of campus.
The camp will offer Elementary-aged students two weeks of language and cultural instruction. Get immersed in this unique experience where students will have the chance to participate in a variety of activities learning the German language and culture with experienced LSU faculty.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 1st - 5th
- Program fee: $550 + $50 registration fee
- Residential option: Commuter only
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
The Halliburton XCITE engineering camp at the LSU College of Engineering offers high school students the opportunity to discover and explore engineering, computer science, and construction management degrees and careers. Campers reside on campus as an introduction to college, and the week is action packed with hands-on activities and tours to engineering facilities. There are Engineering 101 sessions where you learn about the major and career from faculty members then tackle a small engineering project. Students also delve deeper into engineering through a major design challenge over the week.
Tuition includes housing, supplies, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reduced fees are available. Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: Full day residential
- Grades: Rising 9th - 12th
- Program fee: $800
- Residential option: Included in cost: residential only
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
Unleash your inner engineer and get ready to build, program, and battle your way to victory in our Introduction to VEX Robotics summer camp! This exciting week-long program is designed for aspiring engineers, problem-solvers, and tech enthusiasts who want to dive into the world of robotics. This camp is for students with no prior experience in VEX robotics.
This camp is open to middle school students who have NOT had any exposure to robotics and has a limit of 10 campers.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 7th - 9th
- Program fee: $600
- Residential option: Commuter only
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
Are you curious about what directions STEM can take you? REHAMS engineering camp at the LSU College of Engineering allows you to discover and explore engineering,computer science, and construction management degrees and careers. Campers reside on campus as an introduction to college, and the week is action packed with hands-on activities and tours to engineering facilities. There are Engineering 101 sessions where you learn about the major and career from faculty members then tackle a small engineering project. Students also delve deeper into engineering through a major design challenge over the week.
This camp is for residential students only. Tuition includes housing, supplies, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reduced fees are available. Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Dates: TBD
Time: Full day residential
Grades: Rising 10th - 12th
Program fee: $800
Residential option: Included in cost: residential only
Deadline to register or apply: TBD
The LSU Summer Spanish Language Camp will take place at LSU's World Language Lab & Resource Center located in Prescott Hall room 234. Prescott Hall is located on LSU's Quad right in the heart of campus.
The camp will offer Elementary-aged students two weeks of language and cultural instruction. Get immersed in this unique experience where students will have the chance to participate in a variety of activities learning the Spanish language and culture with experienced LSU faculty.
- Dates: TBD
- Time: 9AM - 4PM
- Grades: 1st - 5th
- Program fee: $550 + $50 registration fee
- Residential option: Commuter only
- Deadline to register or apply: TBD
"This summer camp experience was phenomenal. I just want to say thank you to everyone who had a hand in making such a memorable experience for the campers. Craig had the time of his life and has done nothing but rave about it since his return. He is hoping to return to it again in the future with his younger brother. This was just a magnificent experience and I’ve heard nothing but glowing positive reviews."
"The camp was amazing! Our Bennet had an incredible time. Everything from what he learned, the extracurricular activities, food, teachers he met and friends he made was top-notch. Highly-recommend!"
"Caiden loved this camp. He also loved the campus. He is currently going through the enrollment process and camp helped him decide that this was were he wanted to attend."