2026 USF High School Summer Camp Lineup
Designed for students on the Autism Spectrum, USF’s Arts4All camp blends digital art, animation, filmmaking, and music tech for a creative, fun-filled summer of exploration and skill-building.
Music Tech Lab at USF Tampa gives high school students hands-on experience creating, recording, and producing music using professional software and equipment.
Explore aerospace engineering at USF through hands-on labs, flight simulators, drones, CAD-based aircraft design, propulsion experiments, and real-world industry exposure led by faculty experts.
Explore the engineering behind roller coasters as students test physics concepts, analyze real rides at Busch Gardens, and design their own coaster using digital modeling tools.
Discover marine biology and oceanography through coastal fieldwork, ecosystem exploration, and hands-on research, ending with an exciting day aboard a real research vessel.
Explore bioengineering at USF! Work with expert faculty, dive into bioelectrical interfaces and medical tools, and experience hands-on labs while shaping the future of healthcare innovation.
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Master money management at Bulls Finance Camp! Grades 9-12 will explore investing, budgeting, and financial careers through hands-on activities and real-world simulations.
Join us at our creative writing program for high schoolers. Participants work with writing faculty, and MFA graduate students to strengthen skills in an engaging environment.
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Global Virus Network hosts a hands-on high school program introducing virology, outbreak response, and global public health through labs, research exposure, and mentorship with leading scientists.
High school students, dive into the world of cybersecurity! Explore ethical hacking and cybersecurity careers through hands-on learning, expert insights, and engaging interactive activities.
Introduce your high schooler to the fascinating world of robotics at the USF High School Robotics Camp, hosted in collaboration with the USF College of Engineering!
Justice Quest at the University of South Florida gives high school students a chance to explore criminology through interactive workshops, hands-on activities, and real-world case studies.
From the locker room to the C-suite, explore sports management, marketing, finance, and operations through hands-on workshops and behind-the-scenes experiences with sports organizations.
The Wyndham Hospitality Experience is a collaboration between USF and Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach, offering students an inside look at the world of hospitality, tourism, and culinary arts.
Explore filmmaking at USF’s Art of Filmmaking Camp for students in grades 10–12. Learn scriptwriting, cinematography, sound, directing, and editing while working with fellow aspiring filmmakers to create your own film project. Gain hands-on experience throughout the production process and finish the week by showcasing your completed film for friends and family.
Explore artificial intelligence at USF as students build Python skills, create generative AI projects, and learn from faculty experts shaping the future of technology.
Join Bulls Startup with the Muma College of Business to build, test, and launch your business with expert guidance from the Nault Center for Entrepreneurship and experienced mentors.
The JGHC Mock Trial Intensive program for Grades 10-12 dives into court proceedings and essential legal knowledge, setting students up for future success in the legal field.
Investigate digital breaches, refine legal skills, and engage in exciting mock trials. Explore the intersection of cyber law and cybersecurity, and experience the thrill of courtroom action.
A one-week immersive summer program where high school students explore cancer care, research, pharmacy, genetics, and modern healthcare at USF and Moffitt Cancer Center.
Hosted with the Morsani College of Medicine, this program offers students an introduction to the science, responsibility, and self-awareness required of future healthcare professionals.
Explore our exciting Elementary and Middle School Summer Camps at USF
USF Summer Camps for elementary students spark creativity and curiosity with fun activities in arts, sports, STEM, and adventure, designed to inspire learning and new friendships.
Designed for middle schoolers, USF Summer Camps deliver hands-on experiences in STEM, arts, and adventure, encouraging collaboration, and skill-building in a fun and engaging setting.
Live like a USF Bull with Rocky's Residents! High school campers can reside in the dorms, dine at USF Dining Halls, and immerse themselves in an authentic residential experience.
The summer camps listed above are organized by, or in collaboration with, the USF Office of Youth Experiences. There are also other summer camps at the University of South Florida that are not directly affiliated with our department. To view a comprehensive list of all summer camps offered at the University of South Florida, please click here.