Summer youth programs

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UW-La Crosse Summer Experiences for Pre-College Youth

Graduate & Extended Learning's summer youth programs connect pre-college students to the university and its resources while providing safe, supportive, and engaging learning experiences. Participants collaborate with peers and instructors to:

  • Examine new concepts
  • Gain hands-on experience
  • Engage in problem-solving
  • Communicate and share ideas

Summer youth program topics include: 

  • STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics)
  • Visual arts
  • Culinary arts
  • Writing

To provide greater opportunity for participation, scholarships are available to offset registration fees for Graduate & Extended Learning youth programs.

Kids Culinary Academy
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Hands-On Science student experiment

2023 Summer Pre-College Programs

Art Adventures Camp Grades 5–8
Hands-On Science Camp Grades 6–8
Kids' Culinary Academy Grades 6–8
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