School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions

"My Junior Cornellian loved this program, and, after only the first day, asked if she could come back next year!"
— Lynn Livecchi, Orchard Park, New York

CAU Summer Youth & Teen Programs

Youth Programs

All youth programs are offered during 4 one-week sessions:

July 6-12 (Week I)
July 13-19 (Week II)
July 20-26 (Week III)
July 27-August 2 (Week IV)

More than ever, young people ages three to sixteen at CAU’s summer program will have opportunities to explore the resources of our great university while enjoying the fun and friendships of a terrific camp.

Start with days and evenings filled with well-organized educational and recreational activities to suit every child’s age and interests. Mix in caring, experienced counselors, kid-friendly meals in our dining hall, and a beautiful campus to explore. It all adds up to a wonderful week (or more) at Cornell. Parents, grandparents, and family friends have told us that after one week, their kids don’t want to go home!

If you have questions, please contact CAU. To encourage family participation, we offer a reduction in fees for the second and fourth youngsters accompanying a registered, resident adult. See On-Campus Program Fees and Housing for details, including information on Commuter rates.

Age Group	Description
Infants and Tots	Under age three
Li'l Bears	Ages three to five (pre-kindergarten)
Tykes	Ages five and six (children with at least one year of school)
Explorers	Ages seven and eight
Big Reds	Ages nine and ten
Junior Cornellians	Ages eleven to twelve
Teen College	Ages thirteen to sixteen (entering grades eight, nine, and ten)
Older Teens	High school sophomores, juniors, and seniors