Grand Valley State University hosts a wide variety of camps for students in grades PK-12. Use the search tool below to find the right one for your child by category, grade level, and dates. New camps are added throughout the year so be sure to check back regularly. Watch this video for how to best use this website and register for camps at GVSU. Sports camps are available here.
Molecular Minds
June 15 - 19, 2026
Molecular Minds Chemistry and Biochemistry Summer Day Camp is a day camp designed for high school students to engage in hands on experiments and activities involving pipetting, chromatography, intermolecular forces, molecular separations, synthesis, enzymes and drug discovery. Students will gain experience using advanced research instrumentation and learn about college and future research opportunities.
Future Presidents of America Youth Leadership Camp
June 22 - 26, 2026
The Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies is proud to offer the Future Presidents of America youth leadership camp, a weeklong leadership and civics program for students ages 13-16. The camp builds confidence, civic knowledge, and character by exploring what makes ethical, effective presidents and leaders.
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Summer Writing Camps 2026: ALLENDALE (Grades 3-5)
July 13 - 16, 2026
Our Summer Writing Camps are for students who are interested in writing! Our teachers will inspire creative thinking as the young writers explore various styles and genres of self-expression. They will meet and write with new friends.
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Summer Writing Camps 2026: ALLENDALE (Grades 6-8)
July 13 - 16, 2026
Our Summer Writing Camps are for students who are interested in writing! Our teachers will inspire creative thinking as the young writers explore various styles and genres of self-expression. They will meet and write with new friends.
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Summer Writing Camps 2026: GRAND RAPIDS (Grades 3-5)
July 27 - 30, 2026
Our Summer Writing Camps are for students who are interested in writing! Our teachers will inspire creative thinking as the young writers explore various styles and genres of self-expression. They will meet and write with new friends.
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Summer Writing Camps 2026: GRAND RAPIDS (Grades 6-8)
July 27 - 30, 2026
Our Summer Writing Camps are for students who are interested in writing! Our teachers will inspire creative thinking as the young writers explore various styles and genres of self-expression. They will meet and write with new friends.
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Summer Writing Camps 2026: GRAND RAPIDS (Grades 9-12)
July 27 - 30, 2026
Our Summer Writing Camps are for students who are interested in writing! Our teachers will inspire creative thinking as the young writers explore various styles and genres of self-expression. They will meet and write with new friends.
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Summer Writing Camps 2026: Write Your College Essay Workshop
August 3 - 6, 2026
Write Your College Essay is a workshop for high school students applying to college in the fall. The workshop includes 12 hours of group and individualized instruction, and feedback. Each student will finish the workshop with a completed Common App essay that will be ready to apply to colleges. Students will have to do work outside of designated class times to get the most from the sessions.
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GVSU Brass Day 2027
February 28, 2027
At GVSU Brass Day, high school brass musicians are invited to spend an afternoon at GVSU listening to, rehearsing, and performing brass ensemble music alongside current GVSU brass students. The event will be led by and feature masterclasses with GVSU professors Alex Wilson (trumpet), Rebecca Salo (horn), Ryan Christianson (trombone), and Paul Carlson (euphonium and tuba).
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