Pre College Programs
Bowling Green Ohio
Summer is the perfect time for pre-college students to explore their career interests. BGSU Pre-College Programs provides opportunities for students to experience the Bowling Green State University campus while expanding their knowledge, building life skills and exploring their interests. There are many opportunities throughout the summer, including day/commuter camps, overnight camps as well as class credit opportunities.
ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT CAMPS | Session 1: June 15-26, 2026; Session 2: July 13-24, 2026
An excellent resource for sharpening your mind, the Academic Enrichment Camps give students from grades 3-8 the opportunity to expand their knowledge in specific subjects. Students will be engaged in interactive virtual learning on Zoom and enrich their learning in mathematics, language arts, science, or social studies every weekday for two weeks. Daily subject lessons are 50 minutes long. Access to the internet and an electronic device such as a laptop or Chromebook is needed.
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING | June 1-5, 2026
This camp is perfect for students eager to dive into STEM and develop practical skills in electronics, programming, and robotics additionally the 3D printing workshop offers essential skills for turning your ideas into tangible reality. Campers will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and techniques that are revolutionizing industries worldwide. (Non-Residential Camp)
ART WORKSHOPS | July 20-24, 2026
Summer Art Workshops are a week-long intensive camp session designed to improve your skills as an artist, teach you new media, and meet new friends – all on a college campus. Students will work with BGSU School of Art faculty who will challenge and inspire them.
Each student who attends the Summer Art Workshops will take 2 workshops during their time here, each with two full days of studio time, followed by an exhibition of their work in the Fine Arts Center. Students must be ages 14-18 and have completed at least 1 full year of high school to attend. Please note, the application does require students submit 5 works of art – these can include any media (painting, drawing, photography, print, ceramics, sculpture, video, mixed media, collaborative, etc.). (Non-Residential Camp)
CYBERGUARDIANS | June 22-26, 2026
Dive into the BG Cyber Guardians Summer Camp! Immerse yourself in ethical hacking, network security, and cybersecurity awareness. Our dynamic blend of lectures, labs, and workshops ensures hands-on learning. Here, students don’t just study cybersecurity; they experience it firsthand. Explore real-world defense tactics and become the digital defender of tomorrow! (Non-Residential Day Camp)
DISCOVER HIDDEN HEALTH CAREERS | June 15-17, 2026
Have you thought about a career in healthcare but just don’t know exactly what you want to do? In this camp, you will rotate through various healthcare professions that are not widely known. During these two days, students in grades 9 through 12 will dive into different settings in which these professions work and get hands-on experience in what they do. Come discover what area of healthcare may be the right fit for you! (Non-Residential Day Camp)
FARM 2 FORK | Juniors: July 6-10, 2026
Do you ever wonder where food comes from? Do you want to know more about the journey from farm to fork? In this camp, children explore the route food takes from the farm to the table and how food is used to fuel their bodies. At Farm 2 Fork, campers will be exposed to local foodways and increase their knowledge of farming and cooking! (Non-Residential Day Camp)
FORENSIC SCIENCE CAMP |June 15-19, 2026
Come learn about this exciting field at BGSU’s cutting-edge forensic science program taught by talented professionals who have even been featured on the hit-show Forensic Files!
- What kinds of activities do campers get to do?
- Learn about laboratory work related to DNA analysis, trace evidence, fingerprinting, and blood stain analysis
- Hear from BCI trained experts who will lead camp sessions
- Follow a forensic scientist on a virtual tour through a mock crime scene
- Complete home labs such as print casting, fingerprinting, evidence collection, blood typing and more. (Virtual)
BGSU offers a Bachelor of Forensic Science degree with specializations in Biology, Chemistry and Examination that prepares students for immediate employment after graduation.
MARINE BIOLOGY: THE LIFE AQUATIC @BGSU | June 8-12, 2026
Are you interested in how marine ecosystems work? Do you want to know more about marine animals? BGSU has one of the few marine biology and aquatic science programs in the Midwest where you can explore life at sea! This camp engages students in understanding marine ecology by working closely with the University’s extensive collection of saltwater specimens. (Non-Residential Day Camp)
NURSING DAY CAMP | June 22-24, 2026
SUMMER MUSIC INSTITUTE | Week 1 (June 14- June 19); Week 2 (June 21- June 26); Week 3 (June 28- July 3)
SMI features week-long intensive camp sessions designed to improve your playing, learn new skills, and meet new friends – all on a college campus. Students will work with BGSU music faculty, current BGSU music students, and guest artists who will challenge and inspire. (Residential and Non-Residential Camp)
Week 1 (June 14- June 19)
Week 2 (June 21- June 26)
Week 3 (June 28- July 3)
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