What are you doing this summer? Sharpen your academic skills or just have fun with other college-bound students. Connect with research and recreational opportunities through our summer programs. UC Davis offers a variety of summer programs for all ages, interests and academic levels. Get a head start on your academic career today!
Residential Programs
Bodega Marine Lab Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates in Marine Science (REU)
Cherrise Hannon (707) 875-2003
Web site: www-bml.ucdavis.edu/student-info/researchexp.html
E-mail: bml-reu@ucdavis.edu
June 21-August 15, 2009
- Eligibility: Academically talented and motivated students with at least one year of college level science, reflected on an official college transcript.
- Cost: No cost. Stipend funding through NSF grant covers the cost of room and board, classroom materials and transportation.
- Application Deadline: February 15, 2009
Center for Biophotonics Science & Technology
Alisa Lee (530) 754-5256
Web site: cbst.ucdavis.edu/education/undergraduate/research
E-mail: cbst-internship@ucdavis.edu
June 15-August 7, 2009 (with mentor's approval, internships can be extended up to an additional four weeks)
- Description: The CBST hosts a summer internship program for undergraduate students. For a period of 8-12 weeks, students get involved in ongoing research projects in bioimaging, molecular and cellular biophotonics and medical biophotonics.
- Eligibility: This program is only open to US citizens and permanent residents attending a 2-or 4-year US institution of higher education. Candidates must be studying one of the following majors or related fields: chemical engineering, biochemical engineering, biomedical engineering, biology, chemistry, physics, biophysics, biochemistry, molecular biology.
- Cost: Participants are responsible for housing costs and receive a $500/week stipend to offset living expenses.
- When to apply: January 1-February 27, 2009
COSMOS: California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science
Emily Murdock (530) 754-7326
Web site: www.cosmos.ucdavis.edu
E-mail: cosmos@ucdavis.edu
July 5-August 1, 2009
- Description: Students participating in COSMOS work side-by-side with outstanding university researchers and faculty to explore advanced topics in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) using curriculum that is hands-on and lab intensive. COSMOS alumni have exclusive opportunities for internships, college scholarships, mini research grants and special events.
- Eligibility: Academically talented and motivated students who are interested in math, science and engineering and are completing grades 8-12.
- Cost: Tuition for California residents is $2,425 and $6,500 for non-residents, plus a $30 non-refundable application fee. Tuition covers the cost of room and board, classroom materials, academic field trips and transportation while on campus. Financial aid is available for California residents demonstrating financial need; no qualified student will be denied admission for lack of financial resources.
- When to apply: February 1-March 15, 2009
Outdoor Adventures Summer Youth Backpacking
Campus Recreation Youth Registration (530) 752-2955
Web site: campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
E-mail: cryouthprograms@ucdavis.edu
July 6-30, 2009 (Grades 8-11)
August 17-19, 2009 (Grades 6-8)
- Description: Outdoor Adventures offers age-specific backpacking trips with hands-on instruction to focus teens' attention on teamwork, personal abilities and problem-solving strategies.
- Eligibility: Grades 6-8 and Grades 8-11
- Cost: $250-$270 (Grades 8-11); $190-$205 (Grades 6-8)
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Outdoor Adventures Summer Youth Whitewater Rafting
Two four-day sessions: Monday -Thursday
June 29-July 2, 2009 (Grades 8-10)
August 3-6, 2009 (Grades 10-12)
- Description: Spend four days rafting the South Fork of the American River! Outdoor Adventures offers hands-on instruction in whitewater rafting to focus teens' attention on teamwork, personal abilities and problem-solving strategies. Experienced guides will navigate the class II-III river, while participants will be introduced to the natural and human history of the area, as well as learn basics in boat rigging, reading water, river safety, guiding techniques and cooperative camping. Space is limited to twelve participants per session.
- Eligibility: Grades 8-10 and Grades 10-12
- Cost: $370-$400 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Technology Camp -iD Tech Camps
Cari Flood 888-709-TECH (8324)
Web site: www.internaldrive.com
Email: info@internaldrive.com
Six one-week sessions (overnight camps start on Sundays, day camps start on Mondays)
June 21-July 31, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: iD Tech Camps offers hands-on technology education to inspire learning and cultivate confidence. Participants can learn to create web sites, make movies, program video games, design 3D video games, modify video games or work on robotics kits.
- Eligibility: Ages 7-17
- Cost: $729 -$1,149
- When to register: Registration available at www.internaldrive.com/register beginning November 1, 2009
UC Davis Summer Abroad
Eric Schroeder (530) 757.8308
Web site: summer-abroad.ucdavis.edu
E-mail: summer-abroad@ucdavis.edu
June 20-September 2, 2009 (specific program dates vary)
- Eligibility: Must be 18 years or older, in good disciplinary standing and have completed 15 accredited college units. Applicants be in good academic standing with a GPA of 2.0 or higher and must be a University of California student OR have permission of the instructor to enroll.
- Cost: $1,200 program fee plus transportation costs, Accommodations and Activities Fee (AAF) and Course Fee (CF). Program fee includes a $300 deposit, due at the time of enrollment; fee balance is due by June 12, 2009.
AAF and CF vary by program. Course Fees are estimated at $174/unit for UC students and $244/unit for others; CF is subject to regent, legislative and gubernatorial action and may change without notice. Students eligible for a California Veterans Fee Waiver can have the Course Fee waived. Financial aid is available.
- When to apply: December 15, 2008-April 3, 2009
UC Davis Young Scholars Program
Richard Pomeroy (530) 752-0622
Web site: ysp.ucdavis.edu/
E-mail: jrpomeroy@ucdavis.edu
June 21-August 1, 2009
- Description: The Young Scholars Program exposes and engages 40 high achieving high school sophomores and juniors in a variety of research experiences within the fields of the biological, agricultural and environmental sciences for university credit.
- Eligibility: High-achieving high school sophomores and juniors with a strong academic background in science, math and language arts.
- Cost: Approximately $4,800 for room, meals and all activities. Need-based financial aid is available to a limited number of qualified students.
- Application deadline: Apply online by March 31, 2009
Non-Residential Programs
Campus Recreation Youth and Teen Programs
Campus Recreation Youth Registration (530) 752-2955
Web site: campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
E-mail: cryouthprograms@ucdavis.edu
Registration: Begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
BAM! Body and Mind Training for the Living Well
Four sessions: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. daily
July 27-31, 2009 (Theme: Greek Food for the Gods)
August 3-7, 2009 (Theme: East Meets West)
August 10-14, 2009 (Theme: Fiesta Fresh)
August 17-21, 2009(Theme: Amore Italian)
- Description: BAM! incorporates the six components of wellness into an exciting and educational teen camp. Participants explore the social, emotional, physical, environmental, spiritual and intellectual aspects of wellness through activities such as teen yoga, nontraditional physical activity and nutritional education. Each week will have a different food theme with ideas for healthy summer and after-school snacks.
- Eligibility: Grades 7-12
- Cost: $215-$230
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Bowling Camp
Nine one-week sessions: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
June 22-August 21, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: Participants will learn bowling basics with individualized instruction emphasized, including footwork, swing, grip and finishing position as well as etiquette and scoring. Half-and full-day options are available, with full-day participants taking part in afternoon activities such as swimming, crafts and games.
- Eligibility: Grades 3-9
- Cost: $105-$175
- When to register: Registration forms are available at http://campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu beginning March 21, 2009.
Craft Camp: Ceramics
Four two-week sessions: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
June 22-August 14, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: Students will create bowls, whimsical creatures and other functional or artistic items in this tactile class. A variety of clay working techniques will be introduced, including hand building, molding, sculpture and limited wheel throwing.
- Eligibility: Grades 3-7
- Cost: $290-$480 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Craft Camp: Drawing and Painting
Nine one-week sessions: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
June 22-August 21, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: Students will learn several fine art processes while exploring different drawing and painting techniques using pencils, markers, inks and paints to create works of art incorporating animals, landscapes, still life and fantasy.
- Eligibility: Grades 3-7
- Cost: $145-$240 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Craft Camp: Jewelry and Accessories
Nine one-week sessions: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
June 22-August 21, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: Students will learn how to create a variety of adornments of their own design, including bracelets, earrings, necklaces, potpourri bags, silk scarves and more. A variety of techniques will be taught, including beading, silk painting, wire jewelry and working with polymer clay.
- Eligibility: Grades 3-7
- Cost: $145-$240 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Craft Camp: Sculpture
Nine one-week sessions: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
June 22-August 21, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: Students will create everything from wacky creatures to three-dimensional functional objects in this fun filled class. A variety of sculpting processes will be explored, including papier mâché, plaster and wire sculpture. Projects may include figurines, sand sculptures, garden art, picture frames, or other three-dimensional creations.
- Eligibility: Grades 3-7
- Cost: $145-$240 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Craft Camp: Sewing
Six one-week sessions: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
June 22-August 7, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: Younger students will complete several smaller projects chosen by the instructor, including tote bags, pillows and other useful items, while older student will use a pattern chosen by the instructor to complete a simple pair of shorts or a skirt. Older students will receive information about fabric choices after registration, so they can purchase fabric prior to the first class.
- Eligibility: Grades 3-7
- Cost: $145-$240 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Craft Camp: Continuing Sewing
Nine one-week sessions: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
June 22-August 21, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: Students who have had two or more weeks of beginning sewing experience can take this continuing camp, where the projects will be slightly more complex. Older students will receive information about fabric choices after registration, so they can purchase fabric prior to the first class.
- Eligibility: Grades 3-7
- Cost: $145-$240 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Craft Camp: Woodworking
Nine one-week sessions: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
June 22-August 21, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: Students will gain valuable life-long technical skills as they build useful wooden projects. Using hand tools and limited power tools, students will learn techniques such as measuring, cutting, joining, drilling, sanding and finishing. Each year we choose practical projects such as checkerboards, storage boxes, clocks, lamps, or tables.
- Eligibility: Grades 3-7
- Cost: $145-$240 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Craft Classes for Teens
Nine one-and two-week sessions: Monday-Friday, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
June 29-August 21, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: Teens are offered advanced arts skills and techniques in afternoon classes offering instruction in airbrush, photography, ceramics, glass fusing, sandblasting, screen printing, silk painting and more.
- Eligibility: Grades 8-10
- Cost: $130-$140 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Craft Sampler for Youth
Nine one-and two-week sessions: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
June 22-August 21, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: A variety of one-and two-week arts oriented camps exploring a variety of crafts including leather working, marbling, wicker basketry and more.
- Eligibility: Grades 3-7
- Cost: $145-$240 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Dance Fusion Intensive: So You Think You Can Dance?
Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
July 13-17, 2009
- Description: Inspired by the popular dance show “So You Think You Can Dance”, we will challenge participants with new styles of dance and lots of fun fusions of our own. Sessions will focus on techniques in areas such as hip hop, ballet, jazz, contemporary and rhythm stomp with guest instructors in salsa, belly dance and swing.
- Eligibility: Grades 3-8
- Cost: $215-$230 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Dance Intensive: Hip Hop and Video Pop
Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
July 29-July 3, 2009
- Description: Moves inspired by jazz, afro-latin, and street dancing makes up hip hop as we know it today. This intensive will kick participant's dance moves into high gear with inspirations from classic and new music videos. Jazz, afro-latin, street and pop will be studied to develop participants' own sense of style.
- Eligibility: Grades 3-8
- Cost: $215-$230 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Horseback Riding Camp
Ten one-week sessions: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
June 22-August 21, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: Horsemanship instruction offered at beginning, intermediate and advanced levels help children develop riding skills while teaching fundamentals of horse care and stable management. Lessons cover basic safety, grooming and tacking a horse for either western or English riding styles. All riders who want to attend the advanced camp, but have not taken two or more intermediate camps, must schedule a riding evaluation.
- Eligibility: Entering Grades 3-8
- Cost: $180-$295 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Kids, Farms and Food
Two one-week sessions: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
July 13-August 7, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: Participants will go on field trips to local farms to see, pick and taste produce, talk to farmers and learn the importance (and deliciousness) of eating locally grown food. Part of the week will be spent with a chef-instructor in the Robert Mondavi Institute (RMI) teaching kitchen, where participants will learn basic cooking techniques and will prepare kid-friendly items such as pizzas, salads, sandwiches, ice cream and pies. A portion of each day will be spent in the RMI Good Life Garden, playing games, working in the garden and participating in art projects related to good health and good living. Lunch, featuring food from local farms, will be provided each day, so please note any special dietary needs in the registration paperwork.
- Eligibility: Entering Grades 4-8
- Cost: $215-$230 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Lacrosse Clinic for Boys
Saturday-Sunday, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
June 27-28, 2009
- Description: This two-day clinic is highly beneficial to strengthening young athletes’ teamwork, acceleration, quick turns and hand-eye coordination skills as well as offensive and defensive skills. The clinic will be held at Russell Field.
- Eligibility: Entering Grades 3-12
- Cost: $65-$70 per participant (team discounts available)
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Lacrosse Clinic for Girls
Saturday, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. or 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
April 25, 2009
- Description: The Women's Lacrosse Sport Club will teach new skills or strengthen players' game in this one day clinic. Focus will be on both individual and group play, including techniques for offense and defense, stick and ball handling as well as plays and strategies. The clinic will be held at Russell Field.
- Eligibility: Entering Grades 3-12
- Cost: $45-$70 per participant (team discounts available)
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Movement Camp
Two one-week sessions: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
June 22-July 10, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: Dancers and movers of all levels and disciplines are taught to move in styles such as ballet, Latin dance, modern, theatrical movement and yoga — no previous experience is necessary. Campers will also work on dance-inspired crafts to make their own costumes. On Friday, we will present a special performance for family and friends. Sessions will be separated by age and grade level.
- Eligibility: Grades 1-6
- Cost: $115-$185 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Outdoor Adventures: Adventure Camp
Seven sessions: session lengths vary
June 22-August 21, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: Skilled and experienced staff will facilitate each adrenaline filled camp while emphasizing the importance of cooperation and community. Each day will be a new and challenging adventure. Inflatable Kayaking on the Lower American River, rock climbing, hiking to the crystal clear pools of University Falls and a two-day, one-night whitewater rafting trip are all part of the fun. Transportation and some food on the overnight are included. Space is limited to a small number of participants per session and sessions are separated into two grade ranges.
- Eligibility: Grades 6-8 and Grades 8-11
- Cost: $335-$425 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Rectopia Recreational Activities for Youth
Nine one-week sessions: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
June 22-August 21, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: Indoor interactive camp offering a wide variety of activities such as games, sports and arts. Each session will have a different theme.
- Eligibility: Entering Grades 1-6
- Cost: $110-$180 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Swimming Lessons
Session lengths vary: Monday -Friday
June 15-August 20, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: Both group and individual swim lessons are offered, including an option to evening one-on-one lessons and "schedule your own" private lessons. A variety of skill levels are accommodated, from parent/child infant lessons to advanced and junior lifeguard levels.
- Eligibility: Ages infant-15
- Cost: $52-$137 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
Junior Lifeguarding
Three two-week sessions: Monday-Friday, 10:35 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
June 29-August 6, 2009 (specific dates vary by session)
- Description: Qualified students will gain an introduction to the basic skills of lifeguarding including CPR certification, first aid, rescue techniques, recognizing and responding to emergency situations. A skill test will be given on the first day. Participants will be prepared for American Red Cross Lifeguard Training by the end of the session. The last day of each session is a full-day trip to Raging Waters in Sacramento.
- Eligibility: Entering Grades 5-9
- Cost: $200-$215 per session
- When to register: Registration begins March 21 at campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
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