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Our K-12 summer programs teams may describe student participants by age and/or grade level, but not always both. Because ages by grade level can vary, please search by the participant’s grade level at the beginning of the Fall 2026 semester. Complete an additional search for the participant’s age this summer for best results.

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  • The term “rising” is used in some of the program listings. As an example, a rising senior means the student is entering their senior year of high school in Fall 2025.
  • A few programs are available for pK-12 teachers, college faculty, and adult community members. These can be identified by search age or grade level for teachers or adults, or by selecting the Programs for Teachers tab.
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Cybersecurity Camp Summer Program

This is a FREE cybersecurity summer camp for students entering grades 10-12. If you want to learn the basics of cybersecurity and don’t know where to start, this camp is for you. You will be introduced to the fundamentals of cybersecurity, including cryptography, phishing, and network security. The curriculum does not require background in cybersecurity or computer science.
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CSU Writing Project: Young Writers Workshop

For elementary, middle school, and high school student​s. In these immersive workshops, students will experiment with writing techniques in various genres, work in writing groups, learn from published writers, and more!
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First Generation Business Summit

If you’re the first in your family to go to college and interested in business, this summit is for you! Whether you want to be a CEO, own a business or are still figuring out your path, this week-long experience will help you learn about what business means, connect with our CSU community, and make a few friends along the way.
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GoGetMath@CSU Summer 2026

GoGetMath@CSU is a free summer math program for high school students entering grades 10-12 in Fall 2026. This event is a five-day, non-residential program held in the Department of Mathematics on the CSU Fort Collins campus. GoGetMath@CSU will explore mathematical topics such as cryptography, data science, image processing, fractals, and geometry through engaging hands-on activities and computer labs.
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Global Business Academy

The Global Business Academy is a summer business program for high school students (15-18 years old) who are enrolled in high school for Fall 2026. You’ll create great summer memories in this 10-day, action-packed experience and meet students from around the globe while learning how to use business to create a better world.
Students working together on computers IT in Business summer program at CSU.

IT in Business

IT in Business will be offered in Summer 2025! IT in Business is a five-day summer program for high school students interested in learning more about technology's impact on the business world and the role they can play in shaping its future. Students will explore technology used in business through exciting and educational hands-on activities like building an app, working with robots, playing cybersecurity games, experiencing Virtual Reality, AI, and more!
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Lorenzo de Zavala (LDZ) Youth Legislative Session

The Lorenzo de Zavala (LDZ) Youth Legislative Session is the most recognized National Hispanic Institute (NHI) program. The intense, eight-day, model government session gives high-achieving, rising high school junior and senior students the opportunity to understand organizational culture, protocol, and procedures in order to become more effective community leaders, meet and collaborate with new friends, reflect on the issues of the day and practice leadership.
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Mechanical Engineering (ME) STEM Summer Programs

Join CSU’s Department of Mechanical Engineering for three highly interactive summer programs for middle school and high school students interested in exploring the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Core science and engineering ideas will provide students with essential information to build upon and integrate throughout their lives.
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Native Education Forum (NEF)

The Native Education Forum is a five-day summer program for rising high school seniors and incoming CSU first-year students. Students gain university classroom experience, research issues critical to Native American/Indigenous communities, and get valuable assistance from professionals in the university application process.
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Rams Sports Camps

These programs are offered throughout the summer by CSU’s Department of Athletics. They are designed for a variety of ages from youth through college sophomores depending on the sport.
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SciVet Summer Program

Want to immerse yourself in the world of science and veterinary medicine? Join the Natural Sciences Education and Outreach Center in exploring scientific and veterinary practices first-hand. We will be carrying out investigations, using real tools, and collecting data both in the lab and the field as well as taking a real and sometimes gritty look at the field of veterinary medicine.
Young youth clarinetist raise their instruments in front of the magnificent Casavant Freres pipe organ during the CSU's summer Lyft Academy.

Summer Master Classes, Camps, and Special Events

Experience a variety of music events designed for youth, middle/high school students, teachers, and adults. Camps and institutes offer specialized training. Master classes feature the world’s finest performers providing hands-on instruction in an open, informal setting.
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SWiFT: Summer Computer Science STEM Camp in Fort Collins

SWiFT is an activity-based summer intensive STEM program for students entering 8th or 9th grade in Fall 2025 who are interested in exploring Computer Science and STEM (Science/Technology/Engineering/Math) majors. No prior programming experience is required.
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Construction Management Summer Institute

This five-day, four-night on-campus program is for up to 26 high school students age 15-18 who are interested in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC). Construction Managers work in dynamic teams to take the designer’s vision and make it a reality.
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Youth Summer Horsemanship Camps

Offered annually, the Youth Summer Horsemanship Camps are geared toward equine enthusiasts who are 10-15 years of age. Students who are 16-17 can join us as day campers!
High School students giving a thumbs up to their residential experience at CSU Alliance Zoetis Veterinary Perspectives Institute.

Alliance Zoetis Veterinary Perspectives Institute

Students will interact with clinicians, college professors, and CSU student mentors as they explore the veterinary profession and One Health and earn one college credit by registering for the accompanying course.
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CSU Dance Lab: Summer Programs

Dance Lab now offers mini sessions for dancers ages 7-13 with no prior dance training needed. Intermediate through preprofessional level dancers ages 14+ are invited to register for our two-week in-person intensive. CSU Dance Lab is a college preparatory summer program offering immersive study in classical and contemporary dance forms, repertory, theory, and composition.
A group of students enjoy a festive day at the CSU Black Issues Forum (BIF) at Colorado State University.

Black Issues Forum (BIF)

The Black Issues Forum (BIF) is a five-day intensive summer program for rising high school seniors. This unique program is designed for thoughtful and committed students who want to enhance their leadership potential while discussing relevant issues facing today’s Black community.