NSLC on Aerospace at Duke University
Pre-college program for high school students interested in aerospace engineering and leadership at Duke University.
▌ Editor's read The NSLC on Aerospace program is hosted at Duke University, providing a university setting for high school students. The website states NSLC has been operating for over 30 years, indicating a long history in youth leadership programs. They explicitly mention a 1:10 staff-to-student ratio and that all staff undergo background checks, highlighting a commitment to safety and supervision. The program focuses on aerospace engineering through hands-on activities and simulations, with a strong emphasis on leadership development. While the website details program specifics and safety measures, it does not provide information regarding ACA accreditation or state licensing.
Who thrives here Ages 14–18
NSLC on Aerospace at Duke University 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
- 1996 (30 years)
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 14–18
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: Duke University, Durham, NC 27708, USA
- Phone: (866) 386-6752
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about NSLC on Aerospace at Duke University
- What ages does NSLC on Aerospace at Duke University accept?
- NSLC on Aerospace at Duke University is open to children ages 14–18. 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 NSLC on Aerospace at Duke University cost?
- NSLC on Aerospace at Duke University publishes $3,418/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are NSLC on Aerospace at Duke University's hours?
- NSLC on Aerospace at Duke University runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Does NSLC on Aerospace at Duke University provide lunch?
- Yes — NSLC on Aerospace at Duke University 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.
- How does NSLC on Aerospace at Duke University compare to other stem camps in Durham?
- NSLC on Aerospace at Duke University is one of 6 stem camps in Durham that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
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