GovState’s Youth Camps engage youth to become tomorrow’s innovators through extensive interaction with highly seasoned instructors, field practitioners, GovState students, alumni, and representatives from various businesses and industries. Activity tutorials, experiments, field activities, project-based learning, field trips, and hands-on presentations are organized on a fun and structured schedule. Our mission is to encourage students to envision themselves in STEAM careers.
Currently, GovState's STEAM Camp program operates sessions in winter and summer.
Summer STEAM Camp 2026
Governors State University is hosting hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics STEAM camp fun from the weeks July 20-24 and July 27-30! Campers will be guided through STEAM activities! This program is also ideal for Homeschoolers. All are welcome! Registration will close at 50 participants!
Ages: Middle and High School Students (10 - 16)
Location: Governors State University
Date: July 20-24 & July 27-31
Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Camp Fee: $400* (Scholarships Available)
*Lunch and snacks included in registration fee!
Register nowCollege of Health and Human Services
Health Careers Summer Camp
Experience a three-day educational camp open to all high school students interested in the exciting field of healthcare! Participate in hands-on learning activities, labs, and more!
Date: June 16-18
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Camp Fee: $100* (Scholarships Available)
*Includes all printed materials, t-shirt, basic CPR certification, and a field trip to an area hospital for each participant
Registration Questions Contact:continuinged@govst.edu or 708.534.4099
College of Health and Human Services Contact: Julie Anderson-Roy, janderson13@govst.edu or 708.534.4086
Registration Deadline: May 27
Space is available for up to 20 high school students.
Register nowInnovation and Technology Camp
This 3-day camp has four sections that teach these subjects: 3D printing/Scanning, 3D Modeling for Games, Animation, and Design, and Game Design/AI Tools.
Ages: High School Students (14 to 18)
Location: Governors State University
Date: July 8-10
Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Camp Fee: $130
Register nowCSIFF Youth Film Summer Camp
A hands-on movie making experience that students will create from idea to film premiere. All facets of filmmaking will be led by media professionals over a three-week period.
Ages: High School Students (14 to 18)
Location: Governors State University
Date: Monday - Wednesday, June 15-17, June 22 - 24, June 29 - July 1
Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Camp Fee: $500
Register nowSculpture Park Camp
More information coming soon.
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