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Date
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Name
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Description
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Cost
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Grades
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mid June |
Scholars Advantage |
Scholars Advantage is a 4-week summer opportunity for Philadelphia youth to earn money while improving their understanding of English composition, anatomy/physiology, computer coding, or skilled/mechanical trades. |
YOU GET PAID! |
9-12 |
late July
*spaces are limited, so register ASAP
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Pennsylvania Association for College Admission Counseling (PACAC) Camp College |
Camp College is designed to serve students and families across Pennsylvania. Our target audience is first-generation, low-income, underrepresented students who are interested in continuing their studies in college after high school.
This is a one-day event. Sessions will be held over Zoom conference. Attendance at all sessions is expected, and students attending all sessions will earn an official PACAC certificate of completion.
Session topics will include: College Admissions Fundamentals, Paying for College, Writing A Great College Essay, Finding Success In College, and so many more! |
FREE |
rising juniors and seniors |
late June |
Community College of Philadelphia Jr. STEM Academy for Middle School Students |
The Jr. STEM Academy will offer three summer camps- Creative Robotics, Drones, and 3D Printing. |
$450 per camp |
grades 6-8 |
mid June |
Jefferson's Architecture Academy |
Jefferson’s award-winning College of Architecture and the Built Environment is offering a virtual design pre-college course for high school students to explore the architectural design fields including architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, construction management, and real estate development. |
$275 per week + $50 application fee
*scholarships available
|
current 9th, 10th, and 11th graders |
early June
*30 students accepted
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Summer Science @ Jefferson |
Dive into the vital and expanding field of biomedical sciences with SummerScience@Jefferson, where
students build proficiency in real-life research practices with Jefferson students and faculty.
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$600
*scholarships available
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current 9th, 10th, and 11th graders |
late June |
University of Pittsburgh’s School of Pharmacy PIER Program |
PittPharmacy PIER (Pharmacy, Innovations, Experience, and Research) is a program offered by the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy to high school and undergraduate students to help navigate and learn about the various paths of pharmacy through an innovative curriculum, lifelong mentorship, and unique experiential sites. |
FREE |
9-12 |
mid June |
Howard University High School Multicultural Media Academy
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Spend two weeks with us virtually, and we will teach you how to use the power of multimedia journalism to cover health and wellness in underserved communities. You will learn how to write news stories, capture audio, shoot and edit video, take photos and incorporate social media. You will also develop an understanding of interrelated social issues — such as housing and hunger — that contribute to making communities unhealthy. |
FREE |
current 9th-12th grades |
late June |
Jefferson Rehabilitation Sciences
Readiness, Exploration, and Application for Careers in Health (REACH) Program
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The Jefferson College of Rehabilitation Sciences (JCRS) High School REACH Program serves rising juniors and seniors who wish to explore careers in exercise science, physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT), athletic training (AT), and speech-language pathology (SLP) and who are traditionally underrepresented in these disciplines.
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FREE |
current grades 10 and 11
- students from underrepresented racial/ethnic minorities,
- first-generation college students,
- students from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds,
- students who identify within the LGBTQ+ communities.
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late June
|
Advance College Experience (ACE) at CCP
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Get a jump on college and earn college credits, explore career interests or use your creative talents. Courses change each year but often include these and many more: Psychology, Public Speaking, Music Technology, Video Game Development, Ethical Problems, Japanese, etc.
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$250
*Full scholarships for tuition and books are available from CCP!
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9-12 |
mid June or until full |
Feast of Justice Summer Leadership Development Program |
Students will participate in regular Feast of Justice food distribution activities, as well as some new, related activities, such as social media development, urban gardening, elementary summer camp support. |
YOU GET PAID |
current grades 9-12 |
no deadline |
High School Summer Pass to Planet Fitness |
Starting May 15th, teens between the ages of 14-19 can work out for free all summer long! Plus, we’re giving away $200,000* to high schools and students! Teens who register can help win a grant for their school and participate in a video contest for a chance to win a scholarship. Don’t wait, pre-register today.
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FREE |
ages 14-19 |
mid June |
Project HOME K-8 Summer Camp
(scroll to bottom of page)
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Our six-week Summer Camp runs from July 5 - August 12, Mondays - Fridays, from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. Students will develop literacy and math skills, create engineering and coding projects in our SMARTLab, engage in fun activities such as yoga, dance, and water play, and will go on weekly trips.
Students will receive breakfast, lunch, and daily snacks.
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- $25 per week
- $150 for 6 weeks
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K-8 |
late June |
The UNIQUELY YOU SUMMIT Academy's Love & Learning Labs- Summer Session
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TheUNIQUELY YOU SUMMIT Academy’s Love & Learning Labs are a safe, virtual space for Black girls to be nourished in an environment that fosters love of self, and emanates love of, for, and toward Black girls. And this Summer, UYSA is offering weekly Love & Learning Labs for Black girls in high school. |
FREE |
9-12
-Black girls
|
early June |
For The Love of Black Girls Virtual Summer Camp |
The FOR THE LOVE OF BLACK GIRLS™ Summer Camp is a two-week virtual experience rooted in the joys of Black Girlhood. While the work that we do will always center our commitments to Black girls, this experience in particular is strictly focused on the unique joys that come with being a Black girl when Black girls get to be young girls. Our intention is to educe joy and multiply it. |
FREE |
ages 11-14 |
early June
*registration deadline varies- closes one week before course starts
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Harrisburg University Enrichment Summer Courses - at the Philadelphia Campus |
Each of the Harrisburg University Summer Enrichment programs in Philadelphia takes a unique look at a field of science or technology, or the business of science and technology. While learning is the primary goal for these day camps, students will be surprised how much fun they can have letting their imaginations run wild by exploring scientific adventures, discovering potential inventions, and harnessing innovation and creativity through technology.
Courses include 3D Printing for Medicine, Aquaponics, Cybersecurity Minecraft, Forensics, Video Game Design, and many more.
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- varies per course
- about $150- $420 per course
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9-12 |
early June |
Temple University
College of Engineering Philadelphia Youth for STEM
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College of Engineering's Philadelphia Youth STEM camp is an inclusive, two-week long experiential learning program for middle schoolers interested in exploring science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Our goal is to spark a curiosity in understanding how things around us work and to demonstrate that no matter our age, we are never done learning. |
$550
- some scholarships available
|
6-8 |
early June |
John Heinz Urban Conservation Crew Summer Program |
Crew Members will work together in teams to complete conservation projects around the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge, including improvements to hiking trails, wildlife habitat and visitor infrastructure. Program recruitment is targeted to attract youth from diverse backgrounds from the greater Philadelphia area.
|
YOU GET PAID |
ages 15-18 |
late June |
Asian Arts Initiative Youth Summer Camp |
1. Asian Arts Initiative’s Camp Bruce Lee, in partnership with the Bruce Lee Foundation, is a week-long program for youth (Ages 10-16) that teaches confidence and self-knowledge in a mind, body, spirit curriculum based on Bruce Lee’s philosophies and life.
2. Join us for Asian Arts Initiative’s Youth Arts Workshop’s FREE Summer Arts Camp! This summer we will focus on our body, physical health, and mental wellness. Students will engage in various creative art processes and guest artist workshops, as well as have their work featured in a week-long showcase from August 10 to August 18, 2023. For students in grades 6-8.
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-Camp Bruce Lee- $250
*some scholarships available
- Youth Arts Workshop- FREE
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varies per program |
mid June or until full |
IUP GenCyber Summer Program
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Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) will offer a FREE cybersecurity virtual camp for students currently in grades 6-12. |
FREE |
current grades 6-12 |
early June |
STEM programs at Temple University |
Designed for students interested in coding, science, technology, engineering, math, and research/robotics projects. |
FREE |
currently in grades 6-11 |
early June |
Diller Teen Fellows |
The program aims to build the next generation of committed Jewish leaders: to inspire and empower a global network of teens and equip them with the skills, confidence, knowledge and Jewish values they need to help create a better world. |
$3500
- includes program and travel to Israel
- scholarships are available
|
10-11 |
none |
Internships at the Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) |
PWD hires students for positions in engineering, science, data management, administration, and trades. Students must be currently enrolled in an accredited high school, trade school, college, or other accredited institution to be eligible for a job with PWD.
These job opportunities are advertised throughout the year. Join our Student employment email list and we’ll send job announcements directly to your inbox:
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FREE |
9-12 |
Mid June |
Moore College of Art- Youth Programs
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Take various art classes- portfolio preparation, drawing, digital photography, painting, graphic design, fashion design, etc. Classes are available during the spring, summer, and fall sessions.
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Approximately $650- varies according to course. Grants for a FREE class are available from Moore in exchange for volunteer time. See your counselor for a $250 merit scholarship.
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1-12
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Dates vary
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Volunteer Match |
Find volunteer opportunities in Philadelphia in areas such as Arts and Culture, Leadership, Hunger and Homelessness, Sustainability, etc.
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FREE
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Age varies
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Early June |
Drexel University's Summer Institutes
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Drexel's summer academic programs are summer camps open to highly motivated high school students who wish to explore what a university-level program is all about. Workshops are led by Drexel faculty and utilize Drexel's labs, facilities, and the city of Philadelphia's many resources.
Click the ink and choose an academic area to see the summer camps that are offered.
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FREE- $2,300
(cost varies per program)
|
9-12
|
Dates Vary |
Tyler School of Art Pre College Summer Workshop
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Experience making ART on a college campus; Expand your portfolio and extend technical know-how.
Programs include (but not limited to): portfolio preparation, figure drawing, portraits, painting, digital design & illustration, digital photography & image making, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking
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Costs vary depending on workshop and duration
*See counselor for scholarship information
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9-12
|
Early June |
Global Works-Travel With Purpose
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Global Works Community service-based adventure travel programs for high school students.
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$3000-$8000 |
9-12 |
Early June |
Visions Service Adventures
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Visions Service Adventures summer community service program (4 weeks in July or August) blend ambitious volunteer work, cultural immersion and adventure. |
$4050-$5050 |
9-12 |
Early June |
Summer Discovery Enrichment Programs for High School Students
|
Our summer enrichment programs for high school students feature classes and workshops at locations such as Penn State University, the University of Colorado at Boulder, the University of Vermont, and The Sorbonne (Paris, France)
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Cost Varies
|
9-12 |
Rolling Admissions |
Summer Institute for the Gifted (SIG)
|
SIG summer programs combine academics with social, cultural and recreational opportunities for a truly engaging summer. Programs are available for gifted students ages 4-17. |
Cost Varies (see website) |
Ages 4-17 |
Various |
TeenLife.com
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TeenLife is a resource for parents, teen, and educators who are looking for meaningful learning experiences. Opportunities include academic and adventure summer programs. |
Cost Varies
|
9-12 |
early June |
Engineering Camp at Widener University |
Week-long engineering camp in a hands-on environment at Widener University. |
$450 for day camp
$900 for residential camp
|
9-12 |
Rolling admission until full |
Summer Camps at Penn State- Kids and Teens |
Penn State, Abington Campus- Various camps available such as: Personal Finance, Computer Coding Bootcamp, Minecraft and Roblox, and more. |
price varies per program |
grades 3-12 |
Rolling Admission until full |
Abington Art Center- Summer Camps |
Summer camps in art, clay, illustration, acting, and more |
cost varies per camp |
ages 4-16 |
Mid June
|
954 Dance Movement Collective
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One-week dance camps with classes in: Hip Hop, Ballet, Tap, Modern Dance, Cultural Dances, Yoga, and FunDance.
Week 1- ages 6-9
Week 2- ages 12-16
Week 3- ages 9-12
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$280
*register before May 1 and save $50
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ages 6-16
|
late June |
Curio Theatre School- Summer Camp |
This camp is for rising first graders through high school seniors who want to learn more about theatre: Acting, playwritting, improvisation, dance, design and prop creation.
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$500 per session
*Financial assistance may be available. Call Liz Carlson at (215)525-1350.
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grades 1-12 |
apply any time |
Volunteer at The National Constitution Center |
Volunteering at the National Constitution Center is a great way to get involved in your community while learning more about America’s constitutional history. Plus, you can build your résumé and enhance your public-speaking skills.
Volunteers play an essential role at the museum. By contributing your time and knowledge, you can learn something new, share what you already know, meet new people, and have fun!
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None |
age 15 or older |
rolling |
volunteer with The North Broad Reanissance |
In partnership with community stakeholders, the North Broad Renaissance is looking to revitalize the community, create opportunities, and improve the economic power and overall quality of life along one of Philadelphia’s most prominent corridors – North Broad Street. |
FREE |
grades 9-12 |
early June
(by June 1 for scholarship consideration
|
Legacy Youth Tennis and Education Summer Camps |
Classes for students at all skill levels |
cost varies by program
*scholarships are available
|
ages 4-18 |
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