McGuffey School District

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Camps and Programs

Pennsylvania Governor’s School for the Sciences @ Carnegie Mellon University

PGSS is an intensive, five-week summer residential program that emphasizes cooperative learning and hands-on laboratory research for high school juniors pursuing careers in science and mathematics.

Summer Health Career Academy (HCA) @ Pitt

This academy is designed for current ninth and tenth grade students who are interested in learning about opportunities in various health careers and the academic preparation necessary for these careers.

Summer Journalism Academy @ Boston University

Learn journalism from working reporters this summer — on campus or from home. Boston University presents a hands-on experience for high school students interested in journalism, writing or photography.

Mercy College Summer Leadership Academy

Rising high school seniors experience college first-hand during this week-long, action-packed summer program. They learn about leadership and business careers from Executive Faculty who have worked at top global companies.

EQT Qrew Camp

EQT is offering a two day immersive experience for students to learn about the natural gas industry and careers in the field.

Cornell University's Pre-College Summer Program

Get a head start on college by taking fascinating online undergraduate courses taught by esteemed Cornell faculty, earn college credits and a Cornell transcript, and prep for college admissions.

Bucknell Academy Summer Experience (BASE)
At BASE, rising high school juniors and seniors spend a week living like a college student. You'll stay in our residence halls, attend classes taught by Bucknell professors and develop problem-solving skills designed to help you make an impact.

EQT Qrew Camp @ Canonsburg

Qrew Camp is a two day immersive experience for rising eighth and ninth graders to learn more about the gas industry and careers in the field.

Free Enterprise Leadership Challenge @ Grove City

FELC is a five-day summer program open to students entering the 10th, 11th and 12th grades. You’ll get the opportunity to earn real money, run a business, learn the power of the free enterprise system and the American Dream.

RxPlore Camp at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy

Join current pharmacy students and faculty from the #1 Pharmacy School in Pennsylvania. RxPlore offers rising juniors and seniors the unique opportunity to experience the different fields pharmacists can pursue, while also working with a team on a pharmacy innovation project.

CSI Camp @ Waynesburg University

Our CSI Camp is designed to give students hands-on experience of what they can expect in the forensic science and criminal justice majors and, ultimately, occupations.

CyberPatriot @ University of Pittsburgh

CyberPatriot is the National Youth Cyber Education Program created by the Air Force Association to inspire K-12 students toward careers in cybersecurity or other science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines.

Interior Design Summer Workshop @ Ball State University

If you are a high school student pursuing interior design at the college level, make plans to attend one of the workshops in 2022!

The Summer College Opportunity Program in Education @ Penn State

The program provides current high school sophomores from diverse backgrounds with an opportunity to experience college course work and learn about careers in the education field.

Carnegie Mellon's Summer Pre-College Programs

Through Carnegie Mellon's Pre-College Programs, rising juniors and seniors in high school have the opportunity to experience a world-class education on a beautiful, vibrant college campus.

Great Scots Summer Camps@ PennWest Edinboro

PennWest Edinboro’s Great Scots Summer Camps are a fun way to learn about lifelong job skills and career opportunities: the Fighting Scots way! Click on the link above.

Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week

Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week (PFEW) is a one-of-a-kind summer program that offers in-coming high school juniors and seniors a unique and challenging opportunity to see what it is like to run their own business.

Actuarial Science Camp @ Lebanon Valley College

An actuary is a business professional who uses mathematical and financial tools to help identify and manage risk, so it's a great career for students who are strong mathematically but who are not necessarily interested in teaching. It's also great for students who like business and have good math aptitude.

Summer programs @ Gettysburg College

Gettysburg College is excited to offer several opportunities for high school students over the summer months. Subjects include psychology, creative writing, Civil War Studies as well as a variety of sports camps.

Summer Camps @ Gannon University

At Gannon we offer a variety of camps that are academically or athletically related. Click on the link for a listing of our summer opportunities.

GirlGov Summer Leadership Academy

Designed to provide local girls with the opportunity to learn about civics, government, philanthropy, community involvement, women’s history, and leadership. The program is open to all girls entering 9th to 12th grade who live in Pennsylvania.

Health and Biomedical Sciences Summer Camp @ Lebanon Valley College

Sophomores, juniors, and seniors will be introduced to the fundamentals of molecular biology, pharmacology, immunology, biochemistry and medical ethics.

Freshwater Academy @ Allegheny College

Freshwater Academy will provide a unique opportunity to explore the nationally recognized and biologically diverse French Creek watershed.

Stanford University Pre-Collegiate Studies

Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies produces an array of programs for academically talented young students everywhere. Programs are available online and in-person. Find the program that is right for you.

Summer Sessions @ Pitt

Experience college now! Earn credits and still have time for summer jobs and vacations. No matter what university you end up attending, you can prepare at Pitt.