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 7, 2025 - July 18, 2025
Sample Daily Schedule: This is only a sample schedule and is subject to change due to a variety of factors.
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9 a.m.
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Morning Program Meeting
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Check-in with the group, quick introduction to the day’s theme, and a challenge or game to get excited and motivated for the day!
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10 a.m.
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Morning Lesson
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QU faculty will teach and discuss the key topic for the day through an engaging lesson that incorporates group discussions, fun activities and foundational theory.
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Noon
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Lunch
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Eat and socialize with your classmates.
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1 p.m.
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Afternoon Lesson
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There is a lot to learn in just two weeks, but the limited program size means there are lots of opportunities to ask questions throughout the lessons.
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3 p.m.
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Group Discussion
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Put what you have learned into practice by working on a project using real data sets to analyze data, detect patterns, and solve problems
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4 p.m.
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Review and Debrief Meeting
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A chance to reflect and discuss the day as well as look to the days ahead.
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4:30 p. m.
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Day Program Ends
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Dismissal for commuter students.
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5 p.m.
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Dinner
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Dinner will be provided for those students with full room and board.
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6 p.m.
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Evening Activities (Group Recreation in our new Recreation and Wellness Center, Games, Guest Speakers, Independent and Group Enrichment Projects)
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The evening is reserved for overnight students to have fun, experience our on-campus amenities, and bond with each other and staff through organized group enrichment activities.
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10 p.m.
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Quiet Time
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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: $3,360
Option 2: 2-week on-campus commuter program from Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Includes lunch daily: $2,400
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
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
