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California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Davis

Davis · $1,380/week

COSMOS at UC Davis is a four-week residential summer program for talented high school students interested in STEM, offering hands-on research and academic en...

▌ Editor's read The California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) at UC Davis is a four-week residential program for high school students, focusing on advanced STEM topics. The website clearly outlines the program's academic nature, offering various 'clusters' of study (e.g., 'The Science and Engineering of the Brain,' 'Sustainable Design and Technology'). It is owned and operated by the University of California, Davis, as part of the statewide COSMOS program. The site mentions that 'all COSMOS staff are required to pass a background check' under the 'Safety' section. While not explicitly stating a staff-to-student ratio, it emphasizes a 'structured and supervised environment.' Google reviews for 'COSMOS UC Davis' are generally positive, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from 10 reviews, often praising the challenging curriculum and engaging instructors. The program is not accredited by the ACA, which is common for university-run academic programs.
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Who thrives here Ages 13–18

California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Davis serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in stem, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
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Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 13–18
  • Address: One Shields Avenue, Davis, CA 95616
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Davis

What ages does California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Davis accept?
California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Davis is open to children ages 13–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Davis cost?
California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Davis publishes $1,380/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Davis?
California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Davis is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Davis provide lunch?
California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Davis does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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