K-12 Summer Programs Portal
CSU summer experiences for kindergarten through precollege students include credit-bearing, academic, and sport programs. Teachers may explore sustainable teaching and the benefits of movement in the classroom. These programs are offered by many CSU departments and organizations hosting events on the Fort Collins campus. Additional programs are available through collaborators such as the Poudre School District and CSU Spur in north Denver. Further details, including registration and contacts, are available on the linked website for each program.
Please note:
- Summer 2026 information for K-12 programs and registration will be updated from late Fall 2025 through Spring 2026 as updates become available.
- Most of the programs offered in Summer 2025 are likely to be available in Summer 2026; new programs may be offered as well.
- Registration deadlines for most camps vary from December through May and are typically available on the program websites.
- Registration for CSU Spur 2026 Summer Camps opens January 2, 2026.
Credit-Bearing Programs
These programs for high school students and/or incoming first-year CSU students provide an on-campus opportunity to learn and get a feel for the college experience at CSU.
Academic Programs
CSU summer programs offer a variety of experiences for a wide range of age groups. Students can learn about animals and the environment, arts and human sciences, industry and leadership, or science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
Sport Programs
From learning about physiology to playing just about any sport, CSU summer sport camps keep participants active while learning and making new friends.
Programs for Teachers
Programs for teachers provide areas of focus including integrating movement into classrooms, creative writing, or interdisciplinary professional development. These programs for P-12 teachers may also include openings for administrators, community members, and college faculty.
Additional Programs
Youth summer experiences are also offered through the CSU STEM Center, CSU Spur and the Poudre School District (PSD).
Program Costs
Program costs vary from fee-based options, with some offering scholarships, to reduced or no-cost opportunities. CSU Youth Sport Camps’ Virtual Summer Camps resource has no-cost health and fitness activities for children and families to stay entertained at home.
For CSU Students
CSU Students seeking employment through K-12 summer programs can learn more at the CSU Career Center.