Camps and Youth Programs

Clemson's Challenge for Academically Talented Students (C-CATS) recruits top students from South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia to participate in high-powered weekend retreats at YLI Headquarters in Pickens, S.C. The program challenges students academically, physically and socially, offering tools and techniques to achieve and maintain high-quality performance in school and in life. Top Clemson students lead campus tours with their passion for sharing what makes Clemson one of the best public universities in the nation. Sessions focus on test-taking skills, learning styles, personal branding and adventure-based activities like a ropes course and climbing wall.

For more information, visit the C-CATS Website.

Have your child ‘try on’ Clemson for a week over the summer.

Is your rising 7th to 12th grade child (up to the age of 17) exploring different college majors? Give them a sneak peek at what college life is all about, and different subjects they can explore, through a Summer Scholars course this summer!

Every summer, the Summer Scholars program at Clemson University welcomes hundreds of campers who enjoy a one-week introduction to a variety of university learning options, while being immersed in our campus culture, either virtually or in-person.

Experience Clemson opportunity.

Students will engage in hands-on, immersive courses in their field of choice taught by Clemson instructors during the day. Afternoons include free time which can be spent exploring campus, attending a campus tour, or meeting a representative from Admissions or Clemson University Honors College. Evenings feature many of the recreational activities Clemson students enjoy, including bowling at The Underground, swimming at Fike Recreation Center, and a cookout on the beach at beautiful Lake Hartwell.

Camp on campus.

Participants taking in-person courses stay in a residence hall and eat meals in a dining hall throughout the week to complete their on-campus experience. Summer Scholars students will also meet current Clemson students, who serve as counselors to guide, mentor, and answer questions about life as a Tiger.

For more information, visit the Summer Scholars Website.

Session 1 June 4-9
Session 2 June11-16
Session 3 June 18-23
Session 4 June 25-29
Session 5 July 9-14
Session 6 July 16-21
Session 7 July 23-28

Registration Deposit - $200

The deposit secures your camper’s spot in the summer camp program.
The deposit applies to overall tuition.
Tuition - $1,200

Tuition covers room and board, classroom materials, instructors, field trips, camper gift bags and three meals per day Monday through Thursday, as well as dinner the night of check-in and breakfast and lunch on Friday.
All fees are due 30 days prior to the session start date.
Early Bird Discount of $150 if registered and paid-in-full before April 1, 2023.

The Clemson Career Workshop is a summer program designed to support readiness of high-achieving students from diverse populations to enter college. The Clemson Career Workshop enables rising high school seniors an opportunity to get an inside look into Clemson University while learning tips and tools needed to prepare for college and beyond. Furthermore, the Clemson Career Workshop provides students exposure to areas in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

For more information, visit the Clemson Career Workshop Website.

Do you ever wonder who created and designed that cell phone you can’t live without? What about how they make all of the fun updates and filters on social media? How about those great colors in the new makeup lines — where do they come from? Engineers and scientists created all of them! There are many exciting opportunities for students interested in engineering and science. Come learn about these exciting opportunities in the Project WISE summer camp program.

Sponsored by Duke Energy since 1997, middle school students participate in a one-week camp in which noncredit mini-courses are taught by Clemson University professors in engineering and science. Students have the opportunity to experience practical applications of math and science through collaborative and hands-on learning.

Science, engineering, and mathematics offer a world of interesting and exciting careers that improve our lives. Clemson University’s College of Engineering, Computing, and Applied Sciences would like to help you learn more about these disciplines and the opportunities they offer. Project WISE is a fun-filled academic summer camp for students. It is open to students who will enter 7th and 8th grade in the 2018-2019 school year.

Project WISE will give you a chance to experience Clemson University and the many wonders of science, mathematics, and engineering. You will live in a campus residence hall and eat in Clemson University dining halls. Your counselors will be Clemson undergraduate students who are majoring in science, mathematics, or engineering. They live with you to assist during the program and oversee activities in the residence halls.

For more information, visit the Project WISE Website.

Each summer, top high school juniors and seniors from around the country gather together for a week at Clemson University to learn about the diverse industries of agriculture and natural resources. These select students participate in academic tours and presentations as well as conduct laboratories and research projects. Over 500 students have attended this program since its establishment in 2004.

Students choose from one of three academic tracks including:

• Livestock and Animal Production
• Plant Science
• Forestry and Natural Resources

For more information, visit the South Carolina Commissioner's School for Agriculture Website.

The Summer Program for Research Interns is designed to motivate bright, academically talented rising high school seniors in public and private schools in South Carolina to pursue careers in science, mathematics, or technology. To do this, students are paired with researchers at various state universities and given an average of six weeks to conduct an original research project in a wide variety of subjects in both a field and laboratory setting. At the end of the six week period, the students present their findings in a poster session. In addition, the students will submit a formal abstract and present their work again at the annual South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Mathematics Research Colloquium the following February. Several students have also chosen to submit their projects to the South Carolina Junior Academy of Science for competition.

For more information, visit the Summer Program for Research Interns (SPRI) Website.

Join us for hands-on, action-packed, thought-provoking science camps for grades 5-12 on the Clemson University campus! Both day and residential camps are offered.

Visit the CU Life Science Outreach Center Website to review camp descriptions and to enroll.

Information about the above sports camps can be found on the Clemson University Athletics Website.

Boys Lacrosse Camp

Buff Grubb, men’s head lacrosse coach at Clemson University, leads this camp for boys that includes multiple focused-instruction sessions for all positions and skill levels. Daily emphasis will be on position training and strategy, and activities will transition from situational drills to live scrimmages as the camp progresses. There will be a total of 10 practice sessions. There is a camper-to-coach ratio of 6:1, so players will receive personalized instruction. Overnight campers are supervised in the student dormitories located a short walk from the fields. Nike sponsors the camp and provides every camper with a reversible Nike practice jersey. Campers may win Nike and STX Prizes for outstanding play, sportsmanship and improvement.

Girls Lacrosse Camp

Bob Dachille, head women’s lacrosse coach at Erskine College, leads this camp for girls that includes multiple focused-instruction sessions for all positions and skill levels. Daily emphasis will be on fundamentals, position training (including goalies), drills and scrimmages. There is a camper-to-coach ratio of 6:1, so players will receive personalized instruction. Overnight campers are supervised in the student dormitories located a short walk from the fields. Nike sponsors the camp and provides every camper with a reversible Nike practice jersey. Campers may win Nike and STX Prizes for outstanding play, sportsmanship and improvement.

Robbie Weiss, Head Men’s Tennis Coach, and Christy Lynch, Head Women’s Tennis Coach are Co-Directors of the Tiger Tennis Camp, located on the campus of Clemson University. Our camp is designed for boys and girls ages 9-18 and is appropriate for all levels of play. If you are looking for an exciting, fun-filled, challenging camp, we hope you will choose Tiger Tennis Camp. Our professional and experienced staff will help you create lifetime memories while you learn the great sport of tennis. Please take a few minutes to review our camp information and we look forward to seeing you at camp.

For more information, visit the Tiger Tennis Camp Website.

Camp Voyager combines the best of today's technology with the thrill of the great outdoors, while providing a variety of innovative and fun activities. Highlights include and high adventure elements. In addition, campers get to work with a number of interactive technologies including Lego Mindstorms NXT robots, BB8 Sphero Robots, Ozobots, Drones, and Little Bits building blocks. Camp Voyager is held at the Youth Learning Institute Headquarters in Pickens, SC. With views of Table Rock Mountain, this property features air-conditioned dorms, gymnasium, game room and outdoor team’s course.

For more information, visit the Camp Voyager Website.

A South Carolina tradition for over 50 years, 4-H Summer Camp offers traditional camp activities with plenty of fun, friends and adventure! The jam-packed week includes team sports, water sports, paintball, archery, nature hikes, a ropes course and climbing tower, arts and crafts, a talent show and more. There’s even a mini-camp session for younger, first-time campers. Whether it’s your first time or your first in a while, 4-H Summer Camp is always sure to please!

4-H Summer Camp is held at the R.M. Cooper Leadership Center in Summerton, a 115-acre peninsula on beautiful Lake Marion. Camp Cooper features air-conditioned dorm rooms, a full-service dining facility, waterfront area with multiple docks and a water slide, gymnasium, nature trails and a climbing tower.

For more information, visit the 4-H Camp Website.

Located on the Intracoastal Waterway approximately 20 miles from Charleston, Camp Sewee offers the perfect example of how a coastal ecosystem functions. With salt marsh areas, a fresh water pond and wildlife refuge, campers get an up-close look at a wide variety of marine plants and animals.

Camp Sewee is held at the Sewee Coastal Retreat Center in Awendaw, SC. Air-conditioned dorm rooms, a full-service dining facility, Camp Sewee is held at the Sewee Coastal Retreat Center in Awendaw, SC. Air-conditioned dorm rooms, a full-service dining facility, recreational fields, nature trails and a fishing dock create an ideal camp environment.

For more information, visit the Camp Sewee Website.

With shooting sports, ATVs, fishing and more, Camp Wildlife offers a chance to experience the great outdoors like never before! With activities based on age and experience, our exceptional outdoor programs promote self-esteem and self-reliance. Campers bunk in yurts and earn their hunter education certification!

Camp Wildlife is located at Camp Bob Cooper, near Summerton and Santee, S.C., on Lake Marion. Camp Bob Cooper covers 115 acres, perched on the shores of beautiful Lake Marion and offers campers a change of pace from their usual surroundings. Campers will have a unique opportunity to experience the great outdoors.

For more information, visit the Camp Wildlife Website.

An exhilarating wilderness adventure awaits you at Adventure Summer Camp at Camp Hannon! Enjoy rock climbing, canopy tour, whitewater rafting and more—all in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North and South Carolina.

During this six-day program campers learn wilderness safety and the importance of teamwork while gaining self-confidence and a sense of responsibility. No experience necessary, but program activities are best suited for physically active youth who are committed to spending time away from home in a wilderness setting.

For more information, visit the Adventure Summer Camp Website.

Camp Odyssey is a fun, exciting week filled with cool activities, new friends and awesome staff! During the week, campers may participate in new adventures, including, but not limited to: archery, sailing, arts & crafts, overnight camping, swimming, canoeing, climbing tower and fishing.

Housing is provided in comfortable cabins with 10 single beds for campers and supervising staff. Showers and bathrooms are located within each cabin. We have an on-site health center and employ nurses to work and live here during camp.

For more information, please visit the Camp Odyssey Website.

Jaycee Camp Hope offers an exciting setting where campers enjoy fun, challenging and educational group activities that include swimming, canoeing, fishing, drama, archery, crafts, pontoon boat rides, nature activities, overnight campouts and more. Campers develop independence through daily camp activities as they learn to do things for themselves.

Housing is provided in comfortable cabins with 10 single beds for campers and supervising staff. Showers and bathrooms are located within each cabin. We have an on-site health center and employ nurses to work and live here during camp.

Any individual with an Intellectual Disability age 7 or older may apply to attend Jaycee Camp Hope.

For more information, please visit the Jaycee Camp Hope Website.

Camp Lions Den is for individuals who have visual impairments, age 7 and older. Priority will be given to campers age 7-17 with any remaining spaces assigned to older participants.

Camp Lions Den offers an exciting setting where campers enjoy fun, challenging, and educational group activities. These may include but are not limited to: swimming, canoeing, fishing, drama, archery, crafts, pontoon boat rides, nature activities, overnight campouts and more! Campers develop independence through daily camp activities as they learn to do things for themselves.

Housing is provided in comfortable cabins with 10 single beds for campers and supervising staff. Showers and bathrooms are located within each cabin. We have an on-site health center and employ nurses to work and live here during camp.

For more information, please visit the Camp Lions Den Website.

Camp Sertoma is a week-long residential camp for children ages 7-13, who are either underprivileged or have a speech or hearing impairment. Camp Sertoma is a fun, exciting week filled with cool activities, new friends and incredible staff! During the week, campers may participate in new adventures, including, but not limited to: archery, sailing, arts & crafts, overnight camping, swimming, canoeing, climbing tower and fishing.

Housing is provided in comfortable cabins with 10 single beds for campers and supervising staff. Showers and bathrooms are located within each cabin. We have an on-site health center and employ nurses to work and live here during camp.

For more information, visit the Camp Sertoma Website.

Camp Sunshine is a weekend residential respite camp for children and adults with disabilities and is offered during the fall and spring. These weekends are designed to give families or caregivers a weekend off while their loved one enjoys new experiences unique to a camp setting. During the weekends campers participate in a variety of outdoor activities which may include: archery, fishing, pontoon boat rides, nature walks, canoeing, arts and crafts, and drama. Twenty-four hour supervision is provided by a trained staff and a camp nurse who love and work onsite.

For more information, please visit the Camp Sunshine Website.

Open to rising 9th graders through soon-to-be college freshmen (ages 13-18), Tiger’s Rein caters specifically to western riders. This three-day equestrian day camp offers twice daily riding instruction with our western team coach. Riders will be divided according to riding level (prior riding experience is required) and will be given the opportunity to ride a variety of level-appropriate equestrian team horses. Lessons will focus on horsemanship and equitation skills and riders will utilize a variety of railwork and pattern exercises to hone their skills. Campers will enjoy recreational activities and educational workshops in addition to riding sessions. Space is limited, so prompt registration is suggested. Note: Overnight accommodations are not provided for this camp.

For more information, please visit the Tiger's Rein Camp Website.

Open to rising 9th-11th graders, this camp provides high school students with an opportunity to improve their horsemanship and equitation skills while building friendships with other young riders from across the state and country. This camp is designed to increase the knowledge, horsemanship skills, and showing techniques of the advanced rider, as well as to teach less experienced riders correct horsemanship and riding practices. Riders will learn about Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) competition format while riding twice daily with Clemson University’s hunt seat coaches. Attendees ride a variety of different level-appropriate horses and will leave with a repertoire of new exercises to further develop their riding. This residential camp also provides riders with a campus experience, including a tour of campus, staying in dorms, and a trip to our famous ice cream store, ’55 Exchange. Each afternoon features different fun activities around the campus or the town of Clemson. Space is limited, so please register early! HUNT SEAT ONLY; previous riding experience is required.

For more information, please visit the Tiger Talent Equestrian Camp Website.

This intensive riding camp gives riders a taste of what it’s like to ride on the Clemson Equestrian Team. Participants ride equestrian team horses twice daily in Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) format under the instruction of the team’s head coach, while also experiencing the culture of Clemson University from a student perspective. Riders stay in the college dorms and enjoy a variety of fun and educational activities throughout the week in addition to daily riding sessions. Riders eligible for this camp are rising high school juniors, seniors, or incoming Clemson University freshmen. Attendees must be at least 16 years of age at the time of camp. HUNT SEAT ONLY; previous riding experience is required.

For more information, please visit the Tiger's Choice Equestrian Camp Website.

An exciting summer day camp brings nature discovery to life. Children (6-11 years old) explore the Garden’s habitats through many fun hands-on activities and discover the wonders of the natural world. Splash through creeks, climb rocks and dip nets in the pond. On our adventure we’ll discover the plants and animals who make the Garden their home.

For more information, visit the Camp Botanical Garden's Youth and Family Programs page.

In this camp, creativity reigns for children 6-11 years old! The garden is our palette and provides our media - we will weave, craft, paint and explore many dimensions of our creative spirit through garden-based activities. Learn about famous artists who were inspired by the natural world and create your own masterpieces.

For more information, visit the Camp Botanical Garden's Youth and Family Programs page.

In this week-long day camp, children (6-11 years old) discover South Carolina’s antebellum past. Through hands-on crafts and other activities, we’ll explore everyday life for South Carolinians from the houses they lived in, the clothes they wore, and the food they ate and the games they played. The two historic houses in the Garden, the Hunt Cabin and Hanover House, provide the starting point for our adventure into the past.

For more information, visit the Camp Botanical Garden's Youth and Family Programs page.

In this camp, children will explore the various ecosystems of South Carolina. Using the Natural Heritage Garden as our guide, we’ll take a journey from the mountains to the sea, and we’ll discover the interesting plants, animals and people who have called these spaces home throughout our state’s history. Participants will enjoy daily hikes in the Garden, various games and activities, and learning about historical sites within the Garden. Take home projects will include hand-dyed shirts, pottery and more!

For more information, visit the Camp Botanical Garden's Youth and Family Programs page.

There's something for everyone on this great green adventure! We’ll focus on outdoor exploration and ways to enjoy and learn from the natural world. From day to day, campers will become gardeners, artists, ethnobotanists, field biologists and conservationists all while learning about the importance of teamwork, sustainability, and time spent in nature.

For more information, visit the Camp Botanical Garden's Youth and Family Programs page.

Take a journey back in time to learn about prehistoric life! We’ll have a roaring good time with dinosaurs, chill out with Ice Age beasts, and rock the Stone Age. Campers will enjoy learning each day through stories, games, art, experiments, and nature hikes. We’ll also visit the Bob Campbell Geology Museum to take a look at real paleontological specimens!

For more information, visit the Camp Botanical Garden's Youth and Family Programs page.

Did you know that nature is full of amazing engineers if you know where to look? Learn how to unlock their secrets and become a change-maker who can find new ways to build, make, and do everything. CircleUP! STEM can give you tools to imagine and build a future with a healthy people and planet.

For more information, visit the Camp Botanical Garden's Youth and Family Programs page.