Adventures in 3D Printing

Dates: July 15 - July 26, 2024

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Grades: 9th - 12th

Program fee: $1250

Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board

Deadline to register or apply: May 31, 2024

In this camp, students will be able to design, model, and 3D print unique parts that bring their passions to life! Using Autodesk Inventor, students will apply the engineering design process to design a solution from scratch, 3D model it, and refine it through multiple iterations. When students are satisfied with their design, they will 3D print their them! At the end of the week, students will take home their files and 3D printed objects. 

Registration for 2024 will open at the end of February. More information for Adventures in 3D Printing.

Esports: Enhance your Game

Dates: July 15 - July 26, 2024

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Grades: 9th - 12th

Program fee: $1250

Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board

Deadline to register or apply: May 31, 2024

For this esports coaching camp, students will discover a variety of ways to approach esports titles in order to improve the level of their play. From game preparation and analysis to communication and collaboration, this course will give an overview of what it takes to be a professional esports competitor, and a well rounded student. Students will learn how to analyze game-based statistics and work together to implement tactics derived from such. After understanding the role data plays in gaming, students will put their new found skills to test in an FPS such as VALORANT or MOBA like League of Legends.

Registration for 2024 will open at the end of February. More information for Esports: Enhance your Game.

Esports: The World of Esports

Dates: July 15 - July 26, 2024

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Grades: 9th - 12th

Program fee: $1250

Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board

Deadline to register or apply: May 31, 2024

Esports is so much more than just gaming. If you are interested in learning how an esports team operates or potential career paths in the esports and video game development field? If so, you will want to check out the LSU Esports Summer Camp! This two week camp will introduce 9th-12th grade students to how teams operate, explore relevant college majors in the game industry, and of course- play games!

Registration for 2024 will open at the end of February. More information for Esports: The World of Esports.

eXploreCS High School

Dates: June 3 - June 7, 2024

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Grades: 10th - 12th

Program fee: $600

Residential option: Commuter only

Deadline to register or apply: TBD

In this camp, students will learn basic skills in Python programming language and learn key concepts in major areas of computer science such as technology systems, networks, algorithms, data structures, data analytics, visualization, artificial intelligence, robotics, and cybersecurity. Lunch will be provided each day.

Partial financial need scholarships are available courtesy of Louisiana Economic Development.

The application for 2024 will open at the end of February.

eXploreCS Junior High

Dates: June 10 - June 14, 2024

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Grades: 7th - 9th

Program fee: $600

Residential option: Commuter only

Deadline to register or apply: TBD

In today’s world, computing is everywhere, whether it is in the form of actual computers, cell phones, sensors, or many other embedded devices. Students will learn how these computing devices work and how they help us solve all kinds of interesting problems through hands-on-experience with hardware and software. Lunch will be provided each day.

Partial financial need scholarships are available courtesy of Louisiana Economic Development.

The application for 2024 will open at the end of February.

Exploring Engineering

Dates: June 24 - June 28, 2024

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Grades: 6th - 8th

Program fee: $700

Residential option: Commuter only

Deadline to register or apply: TBD

Join us for a week of engineering-based fun as we introduce you to a variety of engineering disciplines. Through guest speakers, tours and hands-on activities, this summer camp will provide valuable skills that you can use in your future career. Throughout the program, you will learn and develop skills in problem-solving, communication, decision-making and teamwork.

The application for 2024 will open at the end of February.

Exploring Engineering - Female Students

Dates: June 17 - June 21, 2024

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Grades: 6th - 8th Female

Program fee: $700

Residential option: Commuter only

Deadline to register or apply: TBD

Join us for a week of engineering-based fun as we introduce you to a variety of engineering disciplines. Through guest speakers, tours and hands-on activities, this summer camp will provide valuable skills that you can use in your future career. Throughout the program, you will learn and develop skills in problem-solving, communication, decision-making and teamwork. This course is reserved for female students only.

The application for 2024 will open at the end of February.

Fundamentals of Sound Engineering

Dates: July 15 - July 26, 2024

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Grades: 9th - 12th

Program fee: $1250

Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board

Deadline to register or apply: May 31, 2024

Have you ever heard an awesome soundtrack in a movie or game and wondered how those exciting sounds were created? If so, then this is the course for you. You'll learn how to use industry recording software and recording techniques to record your own original music, study the basics of music theory to continue exploring new ideas in composition, and even record your music to be used in a game or short film. This course is perfect for any students interested in music or sound design.

Registration for 2024 will open at the end of February. More information for Fundamentals of Sound Engineering.

Game Design in JavaScript

Dates: July 15 - July 26, 2024

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Grades: 9th - 12th

Program fee: $1250

Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board

Deadline to register or apply: May 31, 2024

In this course, we will cover the basics of JavaScript - one of the most widely-used coding languages available - to learn how to code your own 2D video game. You will program character interactions, set up keyboard controls, add your own soundtrack, and more. At the end of camp, we will have a competition to see who can score the highest on each person's final game. Some programming experience is helpful, but not required.

Registration for 2024 will open at the end of February. More information for Game Design in JavaScript.

German Language Camp

Dates: TBD

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Grades: 1st - 5th

Program fee: $550 + $50 registration fee

Residential option: Commuter only

Deadline to register or apply: TBD

The LSU Summer German Language Camp will take place at LSU's World Language Lab & Resource Center located in Prescott Hall room 234. Prescott Hall is located on LSU's Quad right in the heart of campus.

The camp will offer Elementary-aged students two weeks of language and cultural instruction. Get immersed in this unique experience where students will have the chance to participate in a variety of activities learning the German language and culture with experienced LSU faculty. 

Registration for 2024 will open at the end of February. More information for German Language Camp.

Halliburton XCITE

Dates: July 14 - July 20, 2024

Time: 8AM - 5PM

Grades: 9th - 12th Female

Program fee: $700

Residential option: Residential only

Deadline to register or apply: TBD

The Halliburton XCITE engineering camp at the LSU College of Engineering offers high school females the opportunity to discover and explore engineering, computer science, and construction management degrees and careers. Campers reside on campus as an introduction to college, and the week is action packed with hands-on activities and tours to engineering facilities. There are Engineering 101 sessions where you learn about the major and career from faculty members then tackle a small engineering project. Students also delve deeper into engineering through a major design challenge over the week.

Tuition includes housing, supplies, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reduced fees are available. Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher.

The application for 2024 will open at the end of February.

Interactive Computing

Dates: July 15 - July 26, 2024

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Grades: 9th - 12th

Program fee: $1250

Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board

Deadline to register or apply: May 31, 2024

Interactive Computing focuses on the nuances of programming for interacting with the real world in two representative areas: autonomous robots and the front end of web applications. Students learn how to code a software model within the realities of physical hardware, how to write test suites, and how to systematically debug their programs. Through fun and engaging projects, students will learn programming-based problem-solving skills, such as teaching robots to navigate mazes and play soccer, developing online web apps to read sensors and control actuators in greenhouses, and automating devices at home with Internet of Things (IoT) technologies.

Registration for 2024 will open at the end of February. More information for Interactive Computing.

Intro to Engineering

Dates: July 15 - July 26, 2024

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Grades: 9th - 12th

Program fee: $1250 + $200 supply fee

Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board

Deadline to register or apply: May 31, 2024

In partnership with the LSU College of Engineering, Intro to Engineering will introduce you to the profession, ethics and diversity of the engineering field. This experience will allow you to explore the differences between engineering disciplines through guest speakers, tours and hands-on activities. Throughout the program, you will learn and develop skills in problem-solving, communication, decision-making and teamwork.

Registration for 2024 will open at the end of February. More information for Intro to Engineering.

Introduction to VEX Robotics

Dates: June 3 - June 7, 2024

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Grades: 7th - 8th

Program fee: $700

Residential option: Commuter only

Deadline to register or apply: TBD

Intro to VEX Robotics is for middle school students who have not had any exposure to VEX robotics; it is truly an introductory camp. The students will learn the various VEX parts using a VEX EXP kit and will build different robots each day. The final day they will be presented with a challenge and must decide which robot build to assemble in order to complete the challenge.

Registration for 2024 will open at the end of February.

Math Circle: Conducting Mathematical Research

Dates: June 10 - June 29 / July 15 - Aug 3, 2024

Time: TBD

Grades: 9th - 12th

Program fee: $895

Residential option: Virtual

Deadline to register or apply: TBD

Virtual Math Circle is designed to provide high school students with the opportunity to conduct mathematical research with guidance from professors and graduate students. By the end of the program, students will have a completed mathematical research project that they can continue as a science fair project in the fall.

Session 1: June 10 – June 29, 2024
Session 2: July 15 – August 3, 2024

More information for Math Circle.

REHAMS Engineering

Dates: June 23 - June 29, 2024

Time: 8AM - 5PM

Grades: 10th - 12th

Program fee: $700

Residential option: Residential only

Deadline to register or apply: TBD

Are you curious about what directions STEM can take you? REHAMS engineering camp at the LSU College of Engineering allows you to discover and explore engineering,computer science, and construction management degrees and careers. Campers reside on campus as an introduction to college, and the week is action packed with hands-on activities and tours to engineering facilities. There are Engineering 101 sessions where you learn about the major and career from faculty members then tackle a small engineering project. Students also delve deeper into engineering through a major design challenge over the week.

This camp is for residential students only. Tuition includes housing, supplies, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reduced fees are available. Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher.

The application for 2024 will open at the end of February.

Robotics

Dates: July 15 - July 26, 2024

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Grades: 9th - 12th

Program fee: $1250

Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board

Deadline to register or apply: May 31, 2024

This course will involve students in the development, building, and programming of robots to accomplish various tasks. Students will perform hands-on work in teams to encourage knowledge sharing, reflection, and review. Topics may include motor speed, gear ratios, torque, sensors, program loops, project documentation, and decision-making.

Registration for 2024 will open at the end of February. More information for Robotics.

Spanish Language Camp

Dates: TBD

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Grades: 1st - 5th

Program fee: $550 + $50 registration fee

Residential option: Commuter only

Deadline to register or apply: TBD

The LSU Summer Spanish Language Camp will take place at LSU's World Language Lab & Resource Center located in Prescott Hall room 234. Prescott Hall is located on LSU's Quad right in the heart of campus.

The camp will offer Elementary-aged students two weeks of language and cultural instruction. Get immersed in this unique experience where students will have the chance to participate in a variety of activities learning the Spanish language and culture with experienced LSU faculty.

Registration for 2024 will open at the end of February. More information for Spanish Language Camp.

Survey of Drones

Dates: July 15 - July 26, 2024

Time: 9AM - 4PM

Grades: 9th - 12th

Program fee: $1250

Residential option: Fee plus $1500 room & board

Deadline to register or apply: May 31, 2024

Survey of Drones uses the fundamental skills learned in LSU’s Pathways Engineering courses to assemble, program, and pilot drones for use in indoor racing. Students will work hands-on to program and pilot drones through an indoor racing course. The course will begin with the basics of flight and signal transmission, then using those basics, students will adjust the programming of their drones to improve mobility and better suit their pilot’s preferences.

Registration for 2024 will open at the end of February. More information for Survey of Drones.