Summer Camps

To add your 2026 MSU Denver youth summer camp to this list, submit details in the camps submission form.

MSU Denver Volleyball Camps

Work on volleyball skills with MSU Denver coaches and players.

• Date: June – July (Dates and times will vary depending on the camp)
• Age: Rising middle and high school students
• Cost: Varies

Learn more about MSU Denver Volleyball Camps and apply here.

Nike Basketball Camp at MSU Denver

Join Head Coach Dan Ficke and the MSU Denver Men’s Basketball staff for the Complete Skills Camp. Open to boys and girls, all abilities, this week-long program is packed with high-energy drills, supportive instruction and scrimmages—all designed to refine your skills, improve court confidence and maximize your basketball IQ. The Complete Skills Camp helps players of all abilities develop athletically, refine fundamental basketball skills and enhance their skill set at the post, wing or guard position.

• Dates, times, costs:
  • Youth camp 1: June 15 – 18, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., $455
  • Shooting camp 1: June 19, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., $130
  • Youth camp 2: June 22 – 25, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., $455
  • Shooting camp 2: June 26, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., $130
• Age: 6 – 15
• Discounts available for MSU Denver faculty and staff members.

Learn more about MSU Denver Basketball Camp and register here.

Nike Soccer Camp at MSU Denver

Boys and girls can join Men’s Head Coach Nick Kirchhof and Women’s Head Coach Katie Hooker, along with their outstanding Roadrunners coaching staff and players to grow skills and confidence. Athletes will train in separate boys’ and girls’ groups in a dynamic mix of technical development, small‑sided games, position‑specific coaching, competitive play and soccer IQ training. Whether athletes are building foundational skills or refining the details needed to advance to the next level, they’ll be challenged, supported and inspired by coaches who know how to elevate young talent.

• Dates, times, costs:
  • Full-day camp 1: June 8 – 12, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., $479
  • Half-day camp 1: June 8 – 12, 9 a.m. – noon, $349
  • Full-day camp 2: June 13 – 17, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., $479
  • Half-day camp 2: June 13 – 17, 9 a.m. – noon, $349
• Age: 6-14

Learn more about Nike Soccer Camp at MSU Denver and register here.

MSU Denver Men’s Soccer ID Camp

The MSU Denver Individual Development Camps are intense two-day camps designed for the soccer player who would like to play in college. Intended for players graduating in 2027, 2028, and 2029, JUCO transfers, transfers and current MSU Denver Students who have played soccer at a competitive level. The sessions are designed to simulate a college level training environment. The camps will include a variety of advanced tactical topics, technical training, small-sided games and full 11 vs. 11 games. There will also be an opportunity for goalkeeper specific training.

• Date: June 27 – 28
• Time: 9 a.m. – noon, 2 – 4 p.m.
• Cost: $269

Learn more about MSU Denver Soccer ID Camp and register here.

For additional questions and information, contact camp director Eric Bracy.

MSU Denver Women’s Soccer ID Camp

Women’s Soccer ID Camps are intended for players graduating in 2027, 2028, and 2029, JUCO transfers, transfers and current MSU Denver Students who have played soccer at a competitive level. It is an opportunity to be trained by our staff and be in a competitive environment where you can learn about what it takes to be a college soccer player.

• Date: May 17
• Time: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Cost: $153

Learn more about MSU Denver Soccer ID Camp and register here.

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A monthlong intensive technology immersion summer program includes visits to organizations utilizing cutting edge technology and offers opportunities to work with experts in aeronautics, robotics and geophysics. A collaboration with MSU Denver, Colorado School of Mines and the Gordon Family Giving Foundation, founded by Nuggets player Aaron Gordon.

• Date: June 8 – July 3 (No sessions on June 19)
• Time: M-F 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Breakfast at 8:30 a.m.)
• Age: Rising 6th – 12th graders
• Cost: Free

Learn more and apply for Code Denver here.

For additional questions and information, contact Ranjidha Rajan, assistant professor of Computer Science.

Motorola Innovation Summer Camp

A week-long STEM adventure at MSU Denver exploring Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, and Fire & Emergency Response Administration through hands-on smart city projects. Through hands-on, team-based challenges, students will design and prototype ”smart city” solutions that promote community safety and equity. Led by MSU Denver faculty and supported by university students and industry partners, this camp provides a unique opportunity for early STEM engagement while fostering mentorship, innovation, and real-world problem-solving.

• Date: July 20 – 24
• Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Age: Rising 6th-8th graders
• Cost: $50 registration fee

Learn More and Apply for STEM Challenge Camp here.

For additional questions and information, contact Talya Atkinson, senior program manager of Engineering and Engineering Technology, and Alyssa Williams, technical project manager.

Summer Science Institute

Explore fun applications of math and science in an exciting, hands-on, team-oriented atmosphere. Examples of activities: Robotics, Chemistry, Microbiology, Water Environment, Rocket Science, Biology, Intro to Electricity and Circuits. There are four half-day sessions; each session is two weeks.

• Date: June 8-18
• Time: M-F 8:15 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Morning session: 9 a.m. – noon
  • Afternoon session: 1 – 4 p.m.
• Age: Rising 6th, 7th and 8th graders
• Cost: $400 registration fee (Need-based scholarships are available)

Learn more and apply for Summer Science Institute here.

For additional questions and information, contact Megan E. Filbin, professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry and director of CASE.

Build Something Cool – IEEE Summer Camp

Join the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers for a full-day, hands-on event where Denver-area students explore engineering through fun and interactive projects. Throughout the day, participants build and keep their own creations while learning the basics of soldering, electronics and robotics alongside real engineers and scientists. Students can choose from exciting kits like badges, Flashlights, WeevilEye, Simon Says Games and even programmable builds that introduce microprocessors. No prior STEM experience is required, and the event is open to all interested 6th-12th graders.

• Date: Saturday, May 16
• Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Morning session: 10 a.m. – noon
  • Afternoon session: 1 – 3 p.m.
• Location: Aerospace and Engineering Sciences Building
• Age: Rising 6th-12th graders and their parent(s)
• Cost: Free

Learn more and register for Build Something Cool here.

For additional questions and information, contact Talya Atkinson, senior program manager of Engineering and Engineering Technology.

Write on Sports Denver – Summer Camp

Write on Sports Denver inspires middle school students how to become better writers by writing about something they love – sports! Attendees will participate in classroom instruction, video and podcast production, interviews and panels with professional athletes and journalists and a field trip.

• Date: July 13 – 24
• Time: M – F, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Age: Rising 7th and 8th graders
• Cost: Free

Learn more and apply for Write on Sports Denver here.

For questions and additional information, contact Write on Sports.

Colorado Youth Symphony Orchestras Chamber Music Camp

Enjoy a fun week of Chamber music with a final recital on Friday!

• Date: July 8 – 12
• Time: 9 a.m. – noon
• Location: MSU Denver Arts Building
• Age: 6 years – high school
• Cost: $600 (Scholarships available)

Learn more and apply for CYSO Music Camp here.

For questions, scholarships and additional information, contact Michelle Orman, executive director.

Colorado Youth Symphony Orchestras Instrumental Boot Camp for Strings and Winds

This is nuts and bolts and total fun of playing and performance! This camp is based on skill level and by specific instrument.

• Date: July 27 – 31
• Time: 9 a.m. – noon
• Location: MSU Denver Arts Building
• Age: Grade 3 to 20 years old
• Cost: $600 (Scholarships available)

Learn more and apply for CYSO Instrumental Boot Camp for Strings and Winds here.

For questions, scholarships and additional information, contact Michelle Orman, executive director.

Health Care Careers Collaborative Bootcamp

The Healthcare Careers Collaborative Bootcamp is a four-day, immersive summer experience designed to introduce high school students under 18 years old to healthcare careers through hands-on learning, simulation, and mentorship. Participants receive a free t-shirt. Activities include team-based scenarios, simulation-informed learning, faculty- and professional-led experiences, reflection, and collaboration inspired by real healthcare environments.

• Date: July 13-16
• Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Location: Interprofessional Simulation + Skills Laboratory
• Age: High school students under 18
• Cost: Free

Learn more and register for the Healthcare Careers Collaborative Bootcamp here.

For questions and additional information, contact Mary Tucker, director of the Interprofessional Simulation and Skills Hub.

Center for Urban Education Summer Program

This is an exciting opportunity for high school students looking to stay busy and do something fun for the summer! Whether you’re interested in coding and computer science, art and crafts, science, math or financial literacy we offer an exciting lineup of hands-on experiences, expert-led workshops, and field trips to fun locations. Meet new friends, build valuable skills, and create lifelong memories in a vibrant, supportive environment.

• Date: June 5 – July 10 and July 19 – 25
• Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Location: MSU Denver campus
• Age: Rising 9th – 12th graders
• Cost: Free

Learn more and register for the Center for Urban Education Summer Program here.

For questions and additional information, contact Jose Martinez Beltran, program director.

Art + Action Lab High School Internship

The Art + Action Summer Internship at the Center for Visual Art is a paid opportunity for 15 high school students interested in creative careers. The program offers chances to create and share art with the public, meet with creative professionals and develop the skills needed to go into various fields in the arts. The program is meant to provide an introduction into an industry and creative world that can appear mysterious and even impenetrable to those outside it. Applications open May 5^th. Interviews are required.

• Date: July 8 – Aug. 5
• Time: Tu – F, noon – 5 p.m.
• Age: High school
• Compensation: $400 stipend
• Location: Center for Visual Art (965 Santa Fe Drive)

To learn more and apply, contact Katie Taft, education manager for the Center for Visual Arts.