Academies are designed specifically for high school students who want to really experience some next-level STEM.
STEM-loving teens elevate their summer while:
2025 Academy Schedule
| Academy Name & Grade Range* | Dates | Time | Rate |
Location | Deadline / Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering (grades 10 - 12)** | June 23 - 27 | 9 am - 1 pm | Half-day | NKU | May 26th / Open |
| B.R.A.I.N. (grades 10 - 12)** | June 23 - 27 | 12 - 4 pm | Half-day |
NKU | May 26th / Open |
| Cybersecurity (grades 9 - 12) |
July 7 - 11 | 9 am - 4 pm | Full-day |
NKU | June 9th / Open |
| Exploring Cloud & Edge Computing (grades 9 - 12)** | July 14 - 18 | 9 am - 1 pm | Half-day |
NKU | June 16th / Open |
| Unlocking the Future of Artificial Intelligence (grades 9 - 12)** | July 14 - 18 | 12 - 4 pm | Half-day |
NKU | June 16th / Open |
*The grade range refers to the grade students will be entering in the upcoming school year (2025-2026).
Pair up two half-day academies for a full day of fun.
The following academy pairs take place on the same days for the same grade range. If a student wants to participate in both camps, parents/guardians may register for both and the overlapping lunch period experiences will be coordinated.
2nd - 9th graders have it made this summer with a variety of camp options, including an extra opportunity for outdoorsy 9th graders.
| Registration Type | Half-Day Cost | Full-Day Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Current NKU Faculty, Staff, & Students |
$175 | $310 |
| Community Members | $185 | $320 |
Academy Details
For: Rising 10th - 12th graders
Dates: June 23 - 27, 2025
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Rate: Half-day
Seat Cap: 12
Location: NKU
Description
Join us for an immersive week of hands-on electrical and electronic engineering projects! Discover the fascinating realms of electric, digital, and analog circuits. Then unleash your creativity through engineering design, crafting circuits, and assembling motors, while experiencing the magic of Arduinos and microcontrollers. If you’re considering an engineering career or just love experimenting with technology, this is a must-have summer experience!
**If a student wants to participate in both Electrical & Electronics Engineering and B.R.A.I.N., you may register for both academies, and the overlapping lunch period experiences will be coordinated.
Camp Host Address: Northern Kentucky University, 1 Louie B Nunn Drive, Highland Heights, KY 41099
For: Rising 10th - 12th graders
Dates: June 23 - 27, 2025
Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Rate: Half-day
Seat Cap: 24
Location: NKU
Description
Ever wondered how your phone affects your focus, why stress impacts your brain, or how to tackle test anxiety? At NKU’s Best Research Academy in Neuroscience (B.R.A.I.N.), you’ll dive into fascinating neuroscience experiments that connect directly to your life.Explore the brain up close by conducting EEGs, dissecting animal brains, and studying neurochemistry, neuroanatomy, and neurobehavior. Using NKU’s state-of-the-art neuroscience labs, you’ll work hands-on alongside professionals to uncover the mysteries of the mind.
Curious about how your brain works? Join us and take a deeper look inside!
**If a student wants to participate in both Electrical & Electronics Engineering and B.R.A.I.N., you may register for both academies, and the overlapping lunch period experiences will be coordinated.
Camp Host Address: Northern Kentucky University, 1 Louie B Nunn Drive, Highland Heights, KY 41099
For: Rising 9th - 12th graders
Dates: July 7 - 11, 2025
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Rate: Full-day
Seat Cap: 20
Location: NKU
Description
Ready to dive into the world of cybersecurity? This five-day, beginner-friendly program is your gateway to understanding how to safeguard data and defend against cyber threats.
Through engaging activities and real-world scenarios, you’ll explore key cybersecurity concepts, ethics, and tools while building a strong foundation for future learning. Whether you’re curious about hacking, online safety, or exploring careers in tech, this camp will inspire and equip you with the skills to take the next step.
Join us and start your journey into the exciting field of cybersecurity!
Camp Host Address: Northern Kentucky University, 1 Louie B Nunn Drive, Highland Heights, KY 41099
For: Rising 9th - 12th graders
Dates: July 14 - 18, 2025
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Rate: Half-day
Seat Cap: 24
Location: NKU
Description
Step into the world of cutting-edge tech with this hands-on experience for high school students. Learn the basics of cloud computing, edge computing, and essential web technologies that power our connected world.
Using Amazon Web Services (AWS), the leading cloud platform, you’ll gain practical skills while creating your very own website. Wrap up the week by showcasing your project in a demo session and competing for prizes!
No equipment needed—everything is provided. Join us for an exciting week of tech innovation and discovery!
**If a student wants to participate in both Exploring Cloud & Edge Computing and Unlocking the Future with Artificial Intelligence, you may register for both academies, and the overlapping lunch period experiences will be coordinated.
Camp Host Address: Northern Kentucky University, 1 Louie B Nunn Drive, Highland Heights, KY 41099
For: Rising 9th - 12th graders
Dates: July 14 - 18, 2025
Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Rate: Half-day
Seat Cap: 24
Location: NKU
Description
Curious about artificial intelligence and how it’s shaping the world? This hands-on experience introduces you to what AI is, what it can do, and what it can’t.
Through intriguing lectures and interactive projects, you’ll explore AI tools, programming languages, and real-world applications—no prior coding experience needed! Wrap up the week by diving into the ethics of AI and imagining its exciting future.
Join us to unlock the mysteries of AI and see its potential firsthand!
**If a student wants to participate in both Exploring Cloud & Edge Computing and Unlocking the Future with Artificial Intelligence, you may register for both academies, and the overlapping lunch period experiences will be coordinated.
Camp Host Address: Northern Kentucky University, 1 Louie B Nunn Drive, Highland Heights, KY 41099
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Cancellations made more than four (4) weeks before the camp/academy start date will receive a full refund, minus the $25 seat-holding fee. Refunds will not be given for cancellations at or after the four-week mark.
Registration Deadlines
Four (4) weeks before the camp or academy start date.
Scholarships are available for up to two (2) camps/academies per child for families eligible for free or reduced lunch. To apply, families must provide proof of eligibility at registration. Scholarships cover the full camp/academy cost, minus a $25 seat-holding fee, which is due at registration.
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You may also call (859) 572-5600 for registration needs.
CINSAM camp and academy fees remain low due in large part to sponsorship from Ashland. Additionally, this sponsorship allows CINSAM to offer scholarships to low-income students who meet the requirements for the "Free & Reduced Meal" programs in KY, IN and OH. Parents have the option to apply for a scholarship during registration.
Center for Integrative Natural Science and Mathematics (CINSAM)
Landrum Academic Center (LA), Suite 134
(859) 572-5381 | cinsam@nku.edu
