2008 Summer Programs for Youth information is now available. We continue to receive information regarding new programs, so please check back as we make necessary updates. Please contact the programs directly for further information.
Each year, the Summer Session Office receives inquires about summer programs for youth. Although our office does not sponsor summer programs for grade school or high school students, we request information from other departments and offices on campus that do. Please note that the information below is provided to us voluntarily, and so it is not a complete list.
Academic Oriented Programs
UIC Summer Prep Program
| Contact: | Early Outreach Program, (312) 996-2549 |
| Age Group: | Currently in Kindergarten – 8th Grade |
This six-week academic summer camp runs from Monday, June 23 to Friday, August 1, 2008. It provides academic enrichment activities in science, mathematics, reading, writing, and public speaking. Students also enjoy classes in physical education, drama, art, and field trips to locations in Illinois and Indiana. This program provides an integrated science-focused curriculum through which students learn and expand their understanding of the scientific method of problem solving. Students learn team work and critical thinking in an environment that is both challenging and fun. Social interaction with students from across the city of Chicago enhances student’s awareness and appreciation of individuals from other cultures. In order to be eligible, a student must be performing at or above grade level, earning “A’s” and “B’s” in the core subject areas, interested in pursuing a career in the health professions, recommended by a teacher, and enrolled in an accredited elementary school. Please contact the program for application, deadline, and fee information.
Upward Bound (UB)
Contact: Kimberly Hawkins, Assistant Director, (312) 996-5045 Students Served: Students at Dunbar, Julian, Marshall and Schurz High Schools
Upward Bound, a TRIO program on the campus of the University of Illinois at Chicago for 40 years, is a highly successful college-based program. It offers a rigorous program of academic instruction, individual tutoring, counseling and college visitations for low-income, disadvantaged high school students, most of whom are the first generation of their families to consider post-secondary education. For additional information, please contact the program.
Talented High School Student Program (THSSP)
Contact: Amanda Onysio, Office of Special Scholarship Programs, (312) 355-2477 or amandao@uic.edu Age Group: High School Students
Students who are accepted into this program are able to take college level courses at UIC. Participants pay regular tuition and fees, and all other costs related to taking UIC classes (books, materials, lab fees, etc). To be eligible for the program, applicants must be Illinois residents, have received an ACT composite score of at least 25 (or the equivalent), and rank in the upper 10% of their high school class. Students must also have at least one year of high school remaining in order to enroll in the program. Graduating high school seniors are not eligible for THSSP. Typically, applicants must also be at least 16 years old. Applications are also accepted for fall and spring. The deadlines to apply for each semester are: Summer 2008 – May 1, 2008, Fall 2008 – August 1, 2008, Spring 2009 – November 1, 2008. Please contact the program for additional information and an application.
*Please note: If you are interested in taking courses during the summer, students accepted into THSSP are allowed to ONLY enroll in classes during the 8-week session.
CVS/Pharmacy Pathways to Pharmacy Summer Enrichment Program
| Contact: | Charese Jackson, Assistant Director, Urban Health & Student Services, College of Pharmacy, (312) 355-3535 or cjacks4@uic.edu |
| Students Served: | High School Juniors from Chicago Public Schools |
This unique program will prepare high school students interested in pursuing pharmacy as a career or related health professions. Students will be exposed not only to work-based learning environments and experiences but also to personal and leadership development, mentoring as well as College level academic enrichment activities. Selected students will participate in an eight-week program, which starts Friday, June 20 and runs through Friday, August 15, 2008. Students interested in applying to the program MUST be a Chicago Public School student in junior standing and have a 3.0 GPA. For further information, please contact the program.
The Latin American Recruitment and Educational Services (LARES) Summer Success Seminar
Contact: Leonard Ramirez, LARES, 312-996-3356, lramirez@uic.edu Students Served: Targets Latino students who are interested in pursuing excellence in higher education and desire support and guidance. Priority is given to students admitted to UIC through the full review process. Others who would like to attend may apply for consideration on a case-by-case basis. Students must be admitted through the LARES program, a recruitment and academic assistance unit at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC).
The overall mission of the LARES Summer Success Seminar is to prepare students for the intensity of college level work and introduce them to the culture of higher education and its increased expectations. The program links freshmen to the mechanisms of instrumental and personal support and provides incoming students with the guidance that can sustain them through their undergraduate education. The Summer Success Seminar creates a positive and welcoming classroom and program environment for students through a mathematics review and a culturally enriching writing and language-based six-week experience, which meets for half days Mondays through Thursdays. Students are introduced to faculty, campus personnel, student leaders as well as technical and academic resources in order to familiarize them with UIC's structure of support. One day of the week is devoted to topics such as test-taking strategies, time management and overcoming exam anxiety. Participants listen to guest lecturers from various disciplines that expose them to a typical freshmen-level classroom experience. Students are encouraged to work collaboratively in small groups that focus on peer editing, discussions, and problem solving. These friendly academic relationships often continue after the classes themselves have ended as witnessed in the daily activities that can be observed in the Cesar E. Chavez Study Center at LARES. For additional information, please contact the program.
Back to topSports Camps
Girls' Gymnastics Camp
Contact: Peter Jansson, UIC Women's Gymnastics Coach, (312) 996-3557 or pjansson@uic.edu Website: UIC Flames (Select “Summer Camp” link) Age Group: All ages
This camp runs from Sunday, July 27 through Thursday, July 31, 2008 and offers the latest in gymnastics equipment and instruction for girls of all levels. Girls may attend as commuters or stay overnight. Please visit the camp's website or contact the camp for fee and application information.
Jimmy Collins' Summer Basketball Day Camp
| Contact: | Carina Alcantar, UIC Director of Basketball Operations for Men’s Basketball, (312) 996-2409 or Carina@uic.edu | ||||||||
| Website: | UIC Flames | ||||||||
| Age Group: | 8 – 18 Years of Age |
The Jimmy Collins’ UIC Basketball Day Camp offers four straight days of basketball from June 16 through June 19, 2008, from the UIC coaching staff and players. The camp is located at the University of Illinois at Chicago Flames Athletic Center at 839 W. Roosevelt Rd., Chicago, IL 60608, and runs from 8:30 am until 4:30 pm each day, with an optional early bird workout at 7:30 am. The deadline to enroll is Friday, June 6, 2008. For more information, please visit the camp’s website or download the camp flyer.
UIC Soccer Day Camp
Presented by John Trask Total SoccerContact: Sean Phillips, UIC Assistant Soccer Coach, (312) 996-6755 Website: John Trask Total Soccer Age Group: 4 – 14 Year Old Boys and Girls
Four day camp sessions are offered for boys and girls: June 16 – 20, June 23 – 27, July 7 – 11, July 14 – 18, 2008. The Little Stars camp is offered for 4 – 6 year olds and runs 9:00 am – 11:00 am. A half day camp is available for 6 – 14 year olds, and a full day camp option is also offered for 7 – 14 year olds. For details regarding registration and fees, please visit their website, download the camp flyer, or contact the UIC Soccer Office at (312) 996-6755.
UIC Residential Soccer Camp
Presented by John Trask Total SoccerContact: Sean Phillips, Assistant Soccer Coach UIC, (312) 996-6755 Website: John Trask Total Soccer Age Group: Boys ages 12 – 18
Three residential camp sessions are offered for high school boys: June 15 – 19, June 22 – 26, and July 6 – 10, 2008. Players can reside in campus housing, or they can select the commuter option. For details regarding registration and fees, please visit their website, download the camp flyer, or contact the UIC Soccer Office at (312) 996-6755.
Other Resources
Non-UIC resources are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute a recommendation.
Chicago Park District
Website: Chicago Park District
The Chicago Park District offers a variety of programs for youth throughout the city.
Summer Achievement Program
Presented by Metro Achievement Center for girls and Midtown Center for boys - Proud Partners of UIC's Honor College
Metro for girls: Tina Gibson, (312) 226-4886 ext. 232 or cgibson@midtown-metro.orgContact:
Midtown for boys: Bob Barder, (773) 292-2661 or rbarder@midtown-metro.orgAge group: Girls: entering 4-12th grade
Boys: entering 6-12th gradeWebsite: Metro for Girls
Midtown for Boys
Metro for girls and Midtown for boys integrate academic enrichment with character education, sports, fine arts, and field trips. Professional teachers conduct classes in math, language arts, and science in the morning, while college volunteers serve as role models and coaches for afternoon activities. High School and College Prep available, including community service trips and college tour visits in the Chicagoland area. The centers serve low-income, academically average, inner-city students. To apply, you must call to make an appointment. Rolling admission until spots are filled. For more information, download the Metro for girls brochure or the Midtown for boys brochure.
GoCityKids
| Website: | GoCityKids |
The GoCityKids website provides information about various programs and classes for youth offered year round.
American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO)
| Website: | American Youth Soccer Organization |
| Age Group: | 4 – 19 Years Old |
The AYSO website provides information about youth soccer programs.