2025 UMD Summer Camps

The University of Maryland offers a summer bounty of camps for children of all ages, ranging from six weeks of campus adventures for your youngest tots to research-based programs for aspiring scientists and engineers. Whether your kid loves playing music, creating code or challenging a massive climbing wall and ropes course, you’ll find great options at UMD.

Some popular camps fill up fast, so mark them down for next year. And check back in the coming months as new options are added.

Advanced Physics Summer Program
Students entering grades 9-12
July 28-Aug. 8, weekdays
9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
$375
This two-week program is filled with hands-on lab activities, visits to cutting-edge research labs, discussions with professors and graduate students who conduct physics research and a project to make the discussions tangible. The program includes fun physics demonstrations and experiments, soldering, coding, robotics, learning about cool research areas and career options, and more. From Einstein's thought experiments to current code-breaking applications, students are introduced to topics not typically offered in high school.

Amazing Science Discovery Camp
Students entering grades 3-5
July 14-18
9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
$275
Each camp day is filled with exciting experiments, interesting projects and educational demonstrations. Activities engage students in developing curiosity, building knowledge and increasing their appreciation of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields in their daily lives and future careers.

Brin Maryland Mathematics Camp
Students entering grades 10-12
June 16-27, weekdays
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
$25
This math camp exposes students to university-level math they would not normally see in high school, so it is aimed at those who have completed a year of calculus. The lecture courses include hyperbolic geometry, exotic sets and concrete abstract algebra. There will also be guest lectures and math- and puzzle-related activities.

Bug Camp: Insects, Science & Society
Ages 7-12

• Session 1: June 23-27
• Session 2: July 7-11

9 a.m.-3 p.m.; aftercare available until 4:30 p.m.
$420 ($545 with aftercare); need-based financial aid is available for two campers per session, covering the camp fee
Insects are the most abundant animals on earth! Not only are they everywhere, they provide many necessary benefits to humans and human society. Through a variety of hands-on activities and interactive field trips, this camp teaches kids how amazing and valuable bugs truly are. Campers gain experience with science in the field and the lab, and come away with an understanding of the important relationship between humans and insects.

Camp Shule (Nyumburu Cultural Center)
Students entering grades pre-K-12
June 16-Aug. 8, weekdays
7 a.m.-6 p.m. (includes before- and aftercare)
$175 per week plus a $25 registration fee
Camp Shule (Swahili for “school”) offers youths the opportunity to explore academic, artistic and athletic interests in a relaxed and creative environment. The camp encourages a lifelong love of learning with a combination of the best aspects of traditional camps—close friendships, activities and adventure—as well as intellectual inquiry and exploration.

Center for Young Children
Ages 3 through kindergarten
June 23-Aug. 1,weekdays
8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
$2,750 for six weeks
Teachers work with children using a project-based approach to complement their development within seven learning areas: personal and social development, language and literacy, mathematical thinking, scientific thinking, social studies, the arts and physical development. Children must be 3 years old before the first day of camp and fully potty trained.

Cyber-Physical Systems Engineering Summer Program
Students in high school and community college
July 14-Aug. 15 (based in Rockville, Md.), Monday-Thursday
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
$100-150
A five-week Immersive Program on IoT and Cyber-Physical Systems Engineering offers hands-on experience in electronics, sensors, microcontrollers and more. Students can collaborate on projects from ideation to rapid prototyping in a real-world design setting, culminating in a Demo Day showcase. Contact Brian Schoem at es-sg@umd.edu for more information.

Data Detectives Camp
Students entering grades 6 or 7

• Session 1: July 7-11 in person in Atlanta, Ga. (at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters)
• Session 2: Aug. 4-8 in person in College Park, Md.

9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Free
In this camp, students learn about statistics and science in a fun, hands-on way. Campers build STEM confidence while learning how to think critically, solve problems, work with others and think like a data detective. The camp is conducted by the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics in partnership with organizations including UMD’s School of Public Health, Joint Program in Survey Methodology and Social Data Science Center.

Digital Storytelling Camp
Students entering grades 9-12
July 28 - Aug. 1
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
$125 (scholarships available)
Get hands-on experience in digital storytelling at the Philip Merrill College of Journalism! This camp teaches students how to use cutting-edge multimedia tools and online resources to create interactive and engaging stories. Learn from industry professionals and discover how digital storytelling goes beyond traditional print reporting. Develop storytelling skills and prepare for the future of media. iPhones will be provided during camp, loaded with innovative storytelling apps.

​​Discovering Engineering Summer Program
Students entering grades 11-12

• Session 1: July 27-Aug. 1
• Session 2: Aug. 3-8

Residential
$1,400
Campers spend nearly a week exploring the field of engineering at the University of Maryland, living on campus, meeting faculty, touring one-of-a-kind labs and facilities, and learning about the engineering disciplines offered at UMD.

ESTEEM/SER-Quest Summer Program
Students entering grade 12
July 7-Aug. 1, weekdays
Free
In this intensive, four-week program, students explore engineering through a research project; learn about research concepts; develop a research proposal, complete a literature search and review; learn about the college application process, financial aid processes and test-taking strategies; and meet undergraduate and graduate students through engineering-focused programs and activities. The goal of the program is to recruit talented students to attend the A. James Clark School of Engineering.

Fire Protection Engineering Design Challenge
Students entering grades 11-12
July 7-11 (based at Mount St. Joseph's Catholic High School Monday-Thursday; students bussed to UMD on Friday)
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
$325
Students learn basic fire protection engineering principles, starting with an overview of fire phenomena and learning about concepts including material flammability, compartmentation, ventilation, suppression and detection. They then work in teams to design a small-scale structure with fire detection and suppression systems designs. The week culminates in a controlled burn test of the students’ structures.

Girls Talk Math
Students entering grades 9-12
July 7-18, weekdays
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
$25
Camp activities over the two weeks involve learning mathematics outside of the standard curriculum and attending mini-lectures on math, as well as recording and publishing a podcast about a famous female mathematician. Additional events may include panels and interviews with female mathematicians.

Gymkana
Ages 5-15
June 23-Aug. 1, weekdays
8:45 a.m.-4:15 p.m. with before- and aftercare options
$355 per week (before- and aftercare available)
This camp provides an opportunity for boys and girls of all abilities to learn gymnastics while promoting healthy, drug-free living. Beginning with a warm-up session, days are filled with gymnastics and trampoline rotations. GymTots also participate in arts and crafts and games. Additionally, recreational swim time is included for all campers. At the end of each week, campers participate in a performance for family and friends.

SPORTS CAMPS

Field Hockey
Ages 12-18

• Session 1: July 27-29
• Session 2: Aug. 3-5

$575 residential; $380 commuter
Campers learn fundamental skills and tactics, small games, video analysis, team building and tournament play. All training sessions are on three surfaces: water-based turf, field turf and natural grass. Campers reside in University of Maryland dorms and eat at the athletic cafeteria.

Nike Elite Golf Camps
Ages 12-17 (advanced skill levels)
June 8-9, Aug. 3-4
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
$600
During the program, players have the opportunity to work with the University of Maryland coaching staff on all aspects of their game and get insights to help prepare them for college golf. This camp will include GC Quad launch monitor readouts, SAM Putt lab, introduction to the Aimpoint green reading system and the DECADE course management strategy.

Nike Junior Golf Camps
Ages 10-18 (all skill levels)
June 15-18
9 a.m.-9 p.m. or overnight
$1,025 extended day; $1,450 overnight
World-class instructors and coaches provide junior golfers—beginners, intermediate or advanced-level golfers—with the necessary skills to compete and win. During the week, campers work on short game, putting, approach shots, course management, and test their new skills in weekly competitions and 18-hole tournaments. Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff so that their instructional needs can be addressed throughout the week.

Gymnastics
Girls ages 7-18
Two-day sessions from June 28-Aug. 5
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
$325 per session
Campers work with Terp gymnasts and learn more about what being a GymTerp is all about. Campers learn new drills, skills and conditioning to enhance their abilities.

Soccer Day Camp (boys)
Ages 6-12
June 23-26
9 a.m.-3 p.m. (half-day option available)
$450 full day; $300 half-day
Maryland coach Sasho Cirovski’s camps are based on the principle that young people learn and develop skills most quickly and effectively when they are having fun. These camps teach each player how to reach their potential, focusing on individual techniques, skills and tactics through creative and motivating sessions.

Soccer Elite Camp (boys)
Students entering grades 6-12 (separate camps for middle and high schoolers)
June 28-July 1; July 11-14
8:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. for commuters
$795 residential; $695 commuter
Maryland coach Sasho Cirovski’s camps are an all-encompassing program specifically designed for the serious soccer player. The focus is to challenge each individual to transfer what they have learned in the team training sessions into competitive small-sided and full-field games. Camps provide a technical, tactical and competitive basis for future success in the game. Players work with professional coaches as well as current University of Maryland student-athletes.

Soccer Day Camp (girls)
Students entering grades K-8
June 16-19; June 23-26; July 21-24
9 a.m.-3 p.m. (half-day available)
$448.50 full day; $264 half day
Youths meet current UMD players, practice with UMD staff and feel what it would be like to be a Terp. The focus for younger players will be on individual technical development and small-sided games, while having a great time on the beautiful facilities of University of Maryland Women’s Soccer. Each camper gets a Maryland Soccer T-shirt.

Soccer Residential Camp (girls)
Students entering grades 6-12
July 21-23
8:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. (commuter)
$580.50 residential; $422 commuter
Meet current UMD players, train with UMD staff, and feel what it would be like to be a Terp. This camp is designed for middle school- and high school-aged players who want to improve technically and tactically while having a lot of fun in the sun. Head coach Michael Marchiano is excited to host campers at the University of Maryland for the perfect blend of instruction and fun. Each camper gets a Maryland Soccer T-shirt.

The Volleyball Academy (girls)
Students entering grades 7-12
July 11-13
$610 residential; $470 commuter
Whether players have committed to college, looking at college options, or are looking to make your high school team, the program will jump-start their fall and give them the edge necessary to achieve their goals. The camp features 15 hours of on-court instruction, drill designs featured in everyday practice for UMD student-athletes, six-on-six play and position-specific training.

Wrestling
Ages 7-18
June 23-27; July 7-9 and July 7-11
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
$275-495
Locations: Urbana, Sykesville and Chesapeake Beach, Md.
Campers learn from University of Maryland wrestlers and coaching staff while playing games, developing agility and increasing muscle memory. The camp focuses on technical development, program-specific drills and live wrestling geared to help young athletes maximize their potential. It uses two wrestling areas to ensure that older/advanced and younger/novice wrestlers each have the best experience possible.