it's never too early to start planning on SUMMER FUN!!
Junior High & Senior High Summer Camp opportunities!
Check out the link for more information.
Senior Band Camp
https://www.atu.edu/bands/band...
During this 6-day program at Arkansas Tech University, students will receive specialized musical instruction for varying levels of skill, ensuring that every high schooler gets the chance to grow stronger in their musicianship
Eligibility: Student must be in 9th-12th grade during the 2020-2021 academic year.
Cost: $50 (minimum cost to hold spot)
Affiliate Institution: Arkansas Tech University
SAU Engineering Summer Camp
https://web.saumag.edu/summer-...
This 3-day program at Southern Arkansas University allows students to explore their passion for STEM. Ultimately, this summer camp aims to foster a love for engineering and physics through engaging projects related to programming, design and digital modeling.
Eligibility: Grades 8-12th
Cost: $275
Affiliate Institution: Southern Arkansas University
Deadline: TBA
Design Camp
https://fayjones.uark.edu/news...
This 5-day camp at the University of Arkansas exposes high schoolers to the exciting world of architecture. Via engaging projects, tours, presentations and discussions led by faculty of the Fay Jones School, high schoolers will learn key design principles of architecture.
Eligibility: Rising 9th-12th graders.
Cost: $675
Affiliate Institution: University of Arkansas
Deadline: May 15, 2021
Engineering Summer Academy
https://engineering-camps.uark.edu/
During this 1-week program at the University of Arkansas—Fayetteville, students will participate in engaging activities in the university’s cutting edge labs alongside engineering faculty and current students.
Eligibility: Rising 10th-12th graders.
Cost: $675
Affiliate Institution: University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
Required Essay:
Enter the application portal to view required essays.
High School Research Program
https://ualr.edu/nanotechnolog...
This 3-week residential program at the University of Arkansas—Little Rock aims to expose high achieving high schoolers to focused research and proactive mentorship in order to help them build a foundation for future success in STEM. Although this research program is rigorous, students also have the opportunity to enjoy the greater Little Rock area in their free time.
Eligibility: Current 8-11th graders.
Cost:
Affiliate Institution: University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Deadline: April 12, 2021
Required Essays:
One-page write-up about your professional area of interest
Letter of intent to participate
Engineering Scholars Program
https://ualr.edu/cstem/summer-...
This 1-week residential program at the University of Arkansas – Little Rock aims to increase the number of students entering engineering programs in Arkansas through exposure to exciting engineering projects and leading industry engineers. Additionally, this one-week program includes career advising to help students prepare for college and beyond.
Eligibility: Current 8th-11th graders interested in engineering
Affiliate Institution: University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Deadline: April 12, 2021
Required Essay:
A 250 word statement about your professional interests.
National Summer Transportation Institute
https://ualr.edu/orsp/tag/nati...
This 2-week residential program at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an interactive program that gives students the opportunity to explore various transportation fields and careers in sectors such as land, water, air, and safety. Additionally, English, science, math, and technology courses provide students with a strong foundation for concepts directly related to projects and labs.
Eligibility: Current 8th-11th graders who are Arkansas residents and have GPA of at least a 2.5.
Affiliate Institution: University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Deadline: April 12, 2021
Required Essay:
A 250 word statement about your professional interests.
Geology Camp
https://ualr.edu/earthsciences...
Delve into the field of geology through field mapping during this 1-week residential camp at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Ultimately, this program provides students with an introduction to geology through the use of geographic information systems (GIS). Additionally, high schoolers will be exposed to various geological careers as well as advising to help students prepare for college and beyond.
Eligibility: Current 8th-11th graders
Affiliate Institution: University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Deadline: April 12, 2021
Required Essay:
A 250 word statement about your professional interest
M*A*S*H (Medical Applications of Science for Health - Locations all over the state)
https://regionalcampuses.uams....
This 2-week summer health careers camp gives high schoolers the opportunity to learn about a wide variety of health professions while gaining practical first aid skills along the way.During this program, students will be exposed to learning basic CPR and first aid, casting and suturing, medical terminology and more.
Eligibility: Students from rural areas 10th, & 11th
M*A*S*H is open to current high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors who have a minimum 3.0 GPA and one science/one math class with a “B” average to apply. Teacher and counselor recommendations are required (mailed with student applications).
Cost: $0
Affiliate Institution: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Academy of Pre-Health Scholars (APHS)
https://ddei.uams.edu/initiati...
This 6-week program at the University of Arkansas for the Medical Sciences is a great opportunity for students who have a strong interest in a variety of healthcare professions. Ultimately, APHS aims to help high achieving, historically underrepresented populations in STEM reach new heights of success.
Eligibility: This program is restricted to disadvantaged and/or underrepresented rising 9th-11th graders.
Successful completion of Algebra I or a plan to complete Algebra I by the end of Spring 2019 is required.
Minimum GPA of 2.90.
Visit APHS 2021 Applicant’s Guide page for more detailed information regarding eligibility.
Incentives: Stipend up to $250 (based on overall program performance and attendance) plus a $40 value stipend/voucher for the upcoming real ACT.
Students must attend all sessions Monday to Friday for all 6 weeks.
App fee: $30
Affiliate Institution: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Deadlines:
Priority Deadline: March 8,2021
Final Deadline: March 18, 2021
HEALERS Program
https://uamshealth.com/patient...
This program aims to provide aspiring medical professions with practical knowledge such as how to administer first aid and CPR while exposing students to a variety of medically related fields. Additionally, students will have the invaluable opportunity to gain clinical experience through active volunteering.
Eligibility: Open to high school students in Pulaski County entering their junior or senior year in the fall of 2021.
Cost: $0
Affiliate Institution: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Deadline: March 8, 2021
Required Short Responses:
Why are you interested in volunteering your time at UAMS this summer?
Have you had personal experiences related to healthcare and/or medicine that have prompted your decision to apply to this program? Tell us what interests you the most about healthcare and medicine.
Brag on yourself! What significant school-related (or non-school related) achievements have you accomplished? In addition, please share jobs/duties you have held in your community and in school that have demonstrated your dependability, commitment and level of responsibility.
We receive hundreds of applications for this program; please tell us about your summer plans, such as vacations, camps or other commitments, as well as anything that might interfere with your participation in the HEALERS Program during the program dates.
Nerd C.A.M.P. (Computations Analysis, Math and Programming)
https://www.asmsa.org/outreach...
This technology oriented summer program at the Arkansas School for Math, Science, and the Arts emphasizes conceptual understanding and mathematical modeling throughout their
computer programming and mathematics courses in order to help students sharpen their analytical skills. Program offerings include exploring the world of fractals through programming, creating Android Apps with MIT App Inventor and gaining a foundational understanding of calculus and number theory.
Eligibility: rising sophomore (current 9th grader)
Cost: $0
Affiliate Institution: Arkansas School for Math, Science, and the Arts
Deadline: April 23,2021
Required Essays:
Please answer the two essay questions below. Essays should between 200 and 300 words in length.
Answer in at least two short paragraphs: Which class do you look forward to the most each day? Why are you passionate about this subject?
Answer in at least two short paragraphs: If you were given $500,000 to invest in your local community, how would you spend it?
Asma Summer Arts Bridge | Studio Art
https://www.asmsa.org/outreach...
Students can explore oil painting, observational drawing, collage, abstract design, art criticism, and more during this program at the Arkansas School for Math, Science, and the Arts! Essentially, students will gain a comprehensive overview of art mediums and style—making them more informed and thoughtful artists.
Eligibility: Rising sophomore
Cost: $0
Affiliate Institution:Arkansas School for Math, Science, and the Arts
Deadline: April 23,2021
Required Essays:
Please answer the two essay questions below. Essays should between 200 and 300 words in length.
Answer in at least two short paragraphs: Which class do you look forward to the most each day? Why are you passionate about this subject?
Answer in at least two short paragraphs: If you were given $500,000 to invest in your local community, how would you spend it?
Biomedical Sciences Summer Institute
https://arkansasstemcoalition....
This summer institute at the Arkansas School for Math, Science, and the Arts provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in molecular biology laboratory technique. Beyond the laboratory, this program also emphasizes the importance of in scientific literacy and communication skills. It is a great option for students who are interested in careers in medicine, microbiology, forensic science and other related fields. By the end of the program, students can look forward to applying their learned knowledge to projects like DNA isolation and the evaluation of bacterial assays!
Required Essay:
In at least two short paragraphs, explain why you would like to participate in the ASMSA Biomedical Summer Camp? Specifically what interests you?
In at least two short paragraphs, tell us which class do you look forward to the most each day? Why are you passionate about this subject?