What ages does Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics accept?

Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics is open to children ages 15–18. 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 Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics cost?

Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics publishes $2,500/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics's hours?

Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics runs Full-time residential program. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics?

Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 65 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics provide lunch?

Yes — Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

▌ STEM · Ages 15–18

Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics

Lehigh University · $2,500/week

Intensive astrophysics research program for rising high school seniors at Indiana University.

▌ Editor's read The Summer Science Program (SSP) in Astrophysics is an intensive, immersive residential program for rising high school seniors, operating since 1959. It is run by a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The program focuses on hands-on research, with students determining the orbit of a near-Earth asteroid from their own observations. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. While not ACA accredited, SSP is highly regarded, with Google reviews for the general Summer Science Program averaging 4.9 stars from 10 reviews, praising its challenging curriculum and transformative experience. The program is offered at multiple university campuses, including Lehigh University for astrophysics. Social media handles include @summerscienceprogram on Instagram and SummerScienceProgram on Facebook.

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Since 196165+ years operating

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

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Who thrives here Ages 15–18

Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics 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: 1961 (65 years)
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: STEM
Ages: 15–18
Hours: Full-time residential program
Address: Indiana University, 107 S Indiana Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405, USA
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: USD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics

What ages does Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics accept?: Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics is open to children ages 15–18. 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 Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics cost?: Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics publishes $2,500/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics's hours?: Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics runs Full-time residential program. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics?: Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 65 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics provide lunch?: Yes — Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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