What ages does Garcia Summer Scholars Program accept?

Garcia Summer Scholars Program is open to children ages 16–18. 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 Garcia Summer Scholars Program cost?

Garcia Summer Scholars Program publishes $571/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Who runs Garcia Summer Scholars Program?

Garcia Summer Scholars Program is operated by a university program, with 30 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 Garcia Summer Scholars Program provide lunch?

Garcia Summer Scholars Program 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.

▌ STEM · Ages 16–18

Garcia Summer Scholars Program

Stony Brook · $571/week

The Garcia Summer Scholars Program at Stony Brook University offers high school students an intensive, seven-week research experience in polymer science and ...

▌ Editor's read The Garcia Summer Scholars Program is an intensive seven-week overnight research program for high school students, hosted by Stony Brook University. It focuses on polymer science and technology, offering participants the chance to conduct hands-on research in university labs, write a scientific paper, and present their findings. The program has been operating for 30 years, founded by Dr. Miriam Rafailovich, and is part of the Materials Science and Chemical Engineering Department. While the website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios, it emphasizes a rigorous academic experience. Google reviews for Stony Brook University generally reflect a positive academic environment, though specific reviews for the Garcia program are not readily available. The program's long history and university affiliation suggest a well-established and reputable academic offering.

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Since 199630+ years operating

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University programRun by an academic institution

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Who thrives here Ages 16–18

Garcia Summer Scholars Program 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: University program
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: STEM
Ages: 16–18
Address: Stony Brook, NY 11794
Cost notes: USD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Garcia Summer Scholars Program

What ages does Garcia Summer Scholars Program accept?: Garcia Summer Scholars Program is open to children ages 16–18. 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 Garcia Summer Scholars Program cost?: Garcia Summer Scholars Program publishes $571/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Garcia Summer Scholars Program?: Garcia Summer Scholars Program is operated by a university program, with 30 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 Garcia Summer Scholars Program provide lunch?: Garcia Summer Scholars Program 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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