Summer Youth Programs
Spend your summer as an Anteater! UC Irvine’s summer youth programs are dedicated to serving the young people of our community through invaluable experiences that are both educational and safe.
We value:
- Offering accessible and enriching experiences
- Prioritizing the safety and well-being of every participant
- Fostering the development of individual character and skills
- Creating an engaged and inclusive community
These programs are guided by the UCI Campus Youth Council, whose mission is to ensure all campus groups engaged with youth programming are following policies, procedures, and best practices that prioritize the safety, protection, and well-being of minors on our campus.
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California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS)
Grades 9-12 | Financial assistance available
COSMOS is a 4-week summer residential enrichment program for talented high school students interested in STEM. The program aims to create a community of students who participate in and contribute to an intensive academic experience delivered by distinguished UCI faculty and staff.
Intercollegiate Athletics Summer Youth Camps
Grades 1-8
At UC Irvine Sports Camps, our mission is to provide camp participants of all levels with training and skill development through instruction by NCAA Division I coaches and student-athletes in a variety of sports. Each program is designed to promote sportsmanship, foster appreciation for health and fitness, and increase individual confidence through immersion in a fun, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
Summer Academies in the Arts
Grades 9-12 | Financial assistance available
Offered by the Claire Trevor School of the Arts, the Summer Academies in the Arts are college and career preparatory intensives in Art, Dance, Drama and Music focused on practical and technical skill development for experienced high school and transfer arts students in a challenging and supportive environment.
UCI Rec Kids
Grades 1-9
Let’s get digital this summer with UCI REC Kids Summer Camp. We can’t wait for your kids to experience this unique program from the comfort of home. This is a terrific opportunity for youth to develop new skills and discover untapped interests. We aim to offer one of a kind experiences for your camper to keep busy for a few hours each day and give them something to look forward to this summer.
UCI’s Writing Project Summer Youth Program
Grades 1-10 | Discounts available
The UCI School of Education’s Writing Project is deeply committed to developing the expertise of classroom teachers and furthering the educational experiences of youth in local communities. This year, we are excited to announce return to our in-person format of our Summer Youth Program! All of the classes will be taught by qualified and credentialed instructors, most of whom are UCI Writing Project Fellows. More detailed program information and registration will be available mid-March.
UCI’s Nursing Project Summer Youth Program
Middle School (Session 1), High School (Session 2) | Discounts available
UCI provides a hands-on introduction to the many types of nursing for high school and middle students who are interested in exploring nursing as a career. This early exposure to nursing can make a big difference in whether a student applies directly to a nursing school out of high school.