Summer Program

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Summer Camp 2026 

When: Monday through Friday, June 15th through July 17th. 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM daily. We will not have camp on June 19th, and July 3rd. 

Where: Ohio University Main Campus in Athens, Ohio.

Cost: FREE!

Eligibility: All Kids on Campus programs give priority enrollment to economically disadvantaged families.

To Apply: Applications are not yet available but will be provided to qualifying schools and Kids on Campus families will be notified. 

Additional Information

  • Breakfast and lunch are provided daily.
  • Transportation to localized bus stops will be provided as available but is not guaranteed.
  • You must submit a separate application for EACH child wishing to attend camp.
  • The priority application deadline is April 17th.
  • Submit your application early as space is limited.
  • No applications will be accepted after May 18th.
  • We will mail notifications of acceptance mid-May.
  • If your child is not initially accepted, they will be placed on a waiting list.

Primary Camp

This camp is funded by the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant.

Eligible Schools

  • Information coming soon! 

Eligible Students

  • Information coming soon! 

Activities May Include (but are not limited to)

  • Arts & Crafts
  • Swimming & Outdoor Fun
  • Yoga
  • Walking Field Trips

STEM Camp

This camp is funded by the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant and the Paula Tolliver Appalachian OHIO STEM Fund.

Eligible Schools

  • Information coming soon! 

Eligible Students

  • Information coming soon! 

Activities May Include (but are not limited to)

  • STEAM Career Exploration
  • Robotics & Engineering
  • 3-D Printing
  • Field trips
  • Swimming

Teen Camp

This camp is funded by the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant and the Paula Tolliver Appalachian OHIO STEM Fund.

Eligible Schools

  • Information coming soon! 

Eligible Students

  • Information coming soon! 

Activities May Include (but are not limited to)

  • Ziplining
  • College exploration
  • Fishing & Kayaking
  • Field trips
  • Swimming
  • Recreation

Questions? Contact Us

Grover Center W139
1 Ohio University Athens, OH 45701