Summer Program Support: Northern Kentucky University, Greater Cincinnati Region

Middle school aged kids exploring nature in a stream with NKU faculty

CINSAM accepts proposals each fall for fun, hands-on summer camps and academies that get K-12 students excited and curious about STEM subjects.

These popular summer programs are created and delivered by NKU faculty/staff and qualified community members on topics in STEM.

Read on to learn more about this enriching community outreach opportunity.

HOW IT WORKS

Camps/Academies take place:

in June and July
for 5 days (M-F)
during business hours

Program leaders:

design the program
select personnel to help run the program
deliver the program

CINSAM handles:

funding
marketing
hiring
logistics

School-aged camp participants enjoying a science experiment lead by a NKU faculty member

Summer Camps (grades K - 9)

Camp funding is available to anyone as long the focus of the program is STEM-related and the camp leaders have expertise in STEM education.

Non-NKU employees must work with CINSAM’s Program Manager to ensure proper access to facilities and fit with university structures.

High school student trying out Northern Kentucky University's machine technology during an Engineering Academy

Summer Academies (grades 9 - 12

Academy funding is available to NKU faculty and staff from CINSAM-supported STEM departments. Academies are designed to offer high school students learning experiences in a STEM discipline, as well as some exposure to elements of campus life.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)

The proposal application period for summer 2025 is closed.

Proposal submission links and documents for 2026 camps and academies will be released in November 2025.

If you'd like to start preparing in advance, you may use the 2025 templates to start your draft, though the forms are subject to change.

2025 Ashland Programs RFP

2025 Ashland Summer Program Proposal Spreadsheet