2026 School of Engineering Summer Camp

    KU Engineering Summer Camp: Re-Engineer the World

    What would you change if you had the opportunity to re-engineer the world?

    At KU Engineering Summer Camp, students are invited to explore that question through hands-on activities, creative problem-solving, and an in-depth introduction to the field of engineering.

    The KU School of Engineering offers two separate overnight, weeklong camps each July. Campers will engage with KU engineering facilities and faculty while experiencing the KU campus and the broader Lawrence community.

    Location: KU School of Engineering — Lawrence, Kansas
    Type: Overnight Camp
    Note: All students, regardless of proximity to campus, are required to stay overnight in the residence hall. Please contact engrsummercamp@ku.edu with questions.
    Registration is now closed. Dates for camp are provided below.

    Camp Sessions

    For Rising 9th & 10th Graders — July 12–17, 2026
    For Rising 11th & 12th Graders — July 19–24, 2026

    Camp Information

    Review important details for KU Engineering Summer Camp, including the tentative schedule, travel recommendations, participant materials, dining information, refund policy, and parking guidance.

    For more information about KU Engineering Summer Camp, or to reschedule your session, please email engrsummercamp@ku.edu.
    Tentative Daily Schedule

    This daily schedule is tentative and subject to change.

    Sunday Check-in will be held from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM. Dinner and evening activities are planned for the rest of the evening.
    Monday The day begins at 7:00 AM, with breakfast at 7:45 AM, followed by classes from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch is from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM, with afternoon classes from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM Lunch and dinner will be provided on campus, with evening activities scheduled.
    Tuesday The day begins at 7:00 AM, with breakfast at 7:45 AM, followed by classes from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch is from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM, with afternoon classes from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM Lunch and dinner will be provided on campus, with evening activities scheduled.
    Wednesday The day begins at 7:00 AM, with breakfast at 7:45 AM, followed by classes from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch is from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM, with afternoon classes from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM Lunch and dinner will be provided on campus, with evening activities scheduled.
    Thursday The day begins at 7:00 AM, with breakfast at 7:45 AM, followed by classes from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch is from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM, with afternoon classes from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM Lunch and dinner will be provided on campus, with evening activities scheduled.
    Friday The final day begins at 7:00 AM, with breakfast at 7:45 AM, followed by classes from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch is from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. A parent and guardian presentation will be held from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM, with student checkout scheduled to begin after the ceremony.
    Travel Recommendations

    KU Engineering Summer Camp does not provide travel accommodations. Families may find the following resources helpful:

    KU Engineering Summer Camp cannot provide housing for campers outside of scheduled camp days. If your camper plans to arrive before the camp week starts or stay later than the camp week, please arrange for housing arrangements elsewhere.

    Questions about travel and housing can be sent to engrsummercamp@ku.edu.

    Participant Materials
    KU Dining Information

    Participants will dine at Mrs. E's Dining Center for breakfast and dinner Sunday through Friday during camp week.

    At Mrs. E's, students can find the KYouZone, which is free from the top-nine allergens. All food prepared in this area limits cross contact with all other stations. Halal chicken and beef patty options will also be available in the KYouZone.

    Refund Policy

    Camp registrations canceled in writing 30 or more days before the start of camp will receive a 90% refund.

    Cancellations received 5–29 days before camp will receive a 50% refund.

    No refunds will be given for cancellations less than 5 days before camp begins.

    Parking and Accessibility Information

    Lots 101, 103, 104, and 106 are the closest available parking lots to Self Hall (SLFH) and Daisy Hill Commons (DHC), where student check-in will take place.

    Campers will not use their cars during camp and must pay for parking if they keep a car parked for the duration of camp.