Clemson University offers a number of camps and programs for K-12 students to learn while having fun. Explore the many ways boys and girls can meet other students with similar interests, build lasting friendships and take learning to the next level!
The EDGE
The EDGE is a one-week, power-packed residential camp that uses fun, cutting-edge techniques to help campers understand their learning style and ignite a passion for learning. Activities include a white-water rafting trip, high- and low-impact adventure courses, and some of the most exhilarating, meaningful learning experiences imaginable. Call (864) 878-1041 or email info@ylicamps.com.
The Summer Science, Engineering and Architecture Enrichment Program
The Summer Science, Engineering and Architecture Enrichment Program offers rising 7th- through 12th-graders one- to three-week residential camps to focus on a particular interest such as computer science, robotics or engineering. Students can choose from 12 subjects. Call (864) 656-5849 or email cnell@clemson.edu.
Project WISE
Project WISE is a one-week residential camp for rising 8th-grade girls. Last summer, Project WISE girls performed bypass surgery on a bovine heart in biology, made cosmetics in chemical engineering and designed Web pages in computer science. This summer promises to be just as exciting. Call (864) 656-7472 or email wserita@clemson.edu.
Camp Voyager
Camp Voyager is an interactive camp of the future for boys and girls ages 10 to 14. It brings together the best of traditional camp with the latest technology. Campers are given a mission, and in order to accomplish their mission, they are required to use Global Positioning Systems, Personal Digital Assistants and computers. They build and operate simple machines and capture and edit video. Call (864) 878-1041 or email info@ylicamps.com.
4-H Summer Camps, Camp Bob Cooper, Camp Sewee and Camp Wildlife
4-H Summer Camps, Camp Bob Cooper, Camp Sewee and Camp Wildlife offer boys and girls the chance to explore the great outdoors and enjoy the thrills of new experiences and friends. Contact the Youth Learning Institute for more information at (864) 878-1103 or lfrager@clemson.edu.
South Carolina DNA Learning Center
The South Carolina DNA Learning Center offers modern genetics and biotechnology lessons for middle and high school classes during the school year. Students and teachers participate in hands-on laboratory field trips in the on-campus Center. External grants provide free or reduced fee lessons for South Carolina schools.
South Carolina Life
South Carolina Life provides life sciences education for middle school and high school students and their teachers. Students test their skills in the Biology Merit Exam and get a head-start on laboratory research in the Summer Program for Research Interns and community-based research projects. Teachers immerse themselves in topics such as natural history, genetics, biotechnology, forensics and learn to make their own interactive CDs. They take SCLIFE resources such as virtual field trips, equipment footlockers and lesson plans to their classrooms.
Learn more about Summer Programs at Clemson by visiting our team online. They can help you find a program that is right for your child, or help you customize a program to suit your needs. Call (864) 656-1111 for more information.
