About This Camp

Camps on Campus at UNC Charlotte offers a comprehensive suite of academic enrichment programs designed to inspire and educate students from elementary through high school. The camp features three distinct program tracks: Cool School for rising grades 1-4, which introduces young learners to exciting topics in STEM, space exploration, and theater through fun, hands-on activities; 49er Minors for middle school students in rising grades 5-8, helping them explore their passions and interests while bu

Key Highlights

  • Three age-appropriate program tracks from elementary through high school
  • Authentic college campus experience at UNC Charlotte
  • Comprehensive STEM and creative arts programming with qualified educators

Special Features

  • Located on UNC Charlotte campus for authentic college experience
  • Age-appropriate programs for three distinct grade ranges
  • K-12 licensed teachers with camp counselor support
  • Cross-disciplinary integrated learning approach
  • Weekly themed topics and campus exploration
  • Partnership with Black Rocket for specialized coding camps
  • Camp app provides classroom locations two weeks prior

Activities

roboticsartspace explorationgraphic designengineeringmathSTEMinterior designcodingelectronicssciencetheaterreading

Best For

Students interested in academic enrichment and college preparation, particularly those drawn to STEM subjects, theater, and space exploration, who would benefit from exposure to a university environment and learning from licensed teachers

Parent Considerations

  • Perfect 5.0 rating based on only 1 review – limited feedback data
  • No counselor ratios provided – unclear about supervision levels
  • Strict no-nut policy requires careful lunch preparation
  • No refrigeration available – requires cooler packs for lunches
  • University setting may feel less traditional camp-like
  • Academic focus may be intense for some children seeking pure recreation