Overview
Did you know that there are 40 times as many bytes of data in the digital realm as there are observable stars in the universe? In this 2-week program, high school students will be introduced to the field of data science. They will learn how data scientists and analysts harness and sift through massive amounts of data every day to solve problems, including:
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Advising businesses to make the right decisions
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Assisting governments in shaping policy
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Aiding doctors as they diagnose and treat patients
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Contributing to new product development and artificial intelligence models
At the end of this program, you’ll walk away with:
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Foundational knowledge of Big Data, data science theory and methodology
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Hands-on experience analyzing data sets to uncover patterns and solve problems
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Exposure to the career possibilities within the data science field
Program Dates and Schedule
July 6, 2026 - July 17, 2026
Sample Daily Schedule: This is only a sample schedule and is subject to change due to a variety of factors.
| Week 1 |
Theme |
Activities |
| Monday |
Welcome and Data |
What is data? How do I access it and how is it stored? Explore Kaggle and play Binary Bingo. |
| Tuesday |
Probability and Statistics |
Learn the basics of probability and statistics. Play expected value games. Use Excel. Visit from a data scientist, learn about their work and how they use probability and statistics. |
| Wednesday |
Algorithms |
What is an algorithm? How can I leverage AI? Learn to write an algorithm and play the Algorithm Obstacle Course. |
| Thursday |
R Bootcamp |
Learn to use a statistical computing software called R. |
| Friday |
Data Visualization |
Tell a story with data. Explore visualization tools like Canva and ggplot. Are AI-generated visualizations accurate? |
| Week 2 |
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| Monday |
Bioinformatics and Introduction |
Guest professor in Biomedical Sciences will talk about the uses of data science in medicine and biology (hint: there are lots!) |
| Tuesday |
Data Ethics and Project |
What are the moral and ethical implications of data collection, storage, and usage? Consider case studies like data breachs, AI in movies, or machine learning algorithms to determine outcomes in legal cases. |
| Wednesday |
Machine Learning and Project |
What is supervised learning? What is clustering? Use machine learning techniques to predict survivorship on the Titanic. |
| Thursday |
Careers and Project |
Visit from QU alums with careers in data-related fields like sports analytics, epidemiology, data engineering. |
| Friday |
Wrap-Up and Showcase |
Show your work at the afternoon poster session. Family and friends are invited! |
Weekend Programming and Excursions
In addition to the daily schedule listed above, our two-week programs offer organized trips and excursions during the weekends. Last summer, program attendees spent time in our local community while mini golfing, visiting the Mystic Aquarium and shopping in New Haven.
Field trips and weekend excursions may vary by program and session.
Participation Requirements
Participants must be current high school students. Typically, participants are between the ages of 15 to 18 years of age at the start of the program.
Equipment and Materials
Quinnipiac University will provide all required materials, including laptops, for students within this program. Students are welcome to bring their own laptops or other devices for use outside of instruction periods or with the approval of their instructor.
Program Costs
Option 1: 2-week overnight program from Sunday to Saturday. Includes full room and board as well as evening and weekend activities: $3,600
Option 2: 2-week on-campus commuter program from Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Includes lunch daily: $2,600
Both options offer:
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Two weeks of faculty-designed programs taught on-campus with educational support staff
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Technology and software support
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A Quinnipiac T-shirt
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A digital badge for use on social media, resumes or portfolios
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Access to special Quinnipiac Admissions events
How to Register for Summer Programs
Students must declare if they plan to attend for either the residential (overnight) experience or the commuter experience at the time of registration. Register and pay in full by January 15, 2026 to secure $100 off the cost of attendance.
Register and Pay: Residential
Register and Pay: Commuter
Minimum Required Deposits
If you are not paying in full at the time of registration, you must submit a non-refundable $250 deposit to reserve your spot for 30 days. Any student who places the non-refundable deposit must pay the full remaining cost of the program within 30 days from the date of deposit to be enrolled in the program.
Deposit Only: Residential
Deposit Only: Commuter
Payment Methods and Refund/Cancellation Policy
Discounts and Financial Aid
Partial financial support may be available for those who indicate the need for financial assistance in their online application. Financial support awards are based on a combination of financial need and academic merit.
We are pleased to offer a discount on all summer camps and experiences to current Quinnipiac employees, Quinnipiac alumni and employees of our corporate partners. Please contact summerprograms@qu.edu to request your discount code.
Registration Guide
Having trouble registering? Not sure how to take the next step? Follow this step-by-step guide to finish the process or email us at summerprograms@qu.edu.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Accommodations
Quinnipiac University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act as an institution of higher education. Students who have a current IEP or 504 plan are encouraged to share any accommodations or modifications they may require in order to access the fundamentals of a QU summer program or camp they plan to attend.
Students requesting disability-based accommodations should indicate this within the application as well as email summerprograms@qu.edu about any and all specific accommodation needs.
Rules & Regulations
Read Quinnipiac University’s Summer Camp and Pre-College Program Policies
