Jr. DEEP
Summer Camp

Jr. DEEP Summer Camp is a STEM-based summer camp offering courses on cutting-edge topics in science, technology, and engineering, with an emphasis on hands-on learning, igniting the curiosity of students in grades 3 to 8.

Registration Open

Space is limited, register soon!

When

Next season: July 2 – August 23, 2024

* See below for detailed schedule

Where

U of T St George Campus

Who

Grades 3/4
Grades 5/6
Grades 7/8

Program Fee

$450 per 5-day week
$360 for Girls' Jr. DEEP (a 4-day week)

Program Highlights

  • Exciting and engaging activities that explore various fields of STEM.

  • Hands-on experience working with real tools and equipment.

  • A collaborative and supportive learning environment, where attendees will work alongside other like-minded students and are encouraged to ask questions, take risks, and think creatively.

  • Lead by Undergraduate students who have extensive experience in the STEM-fields, and are passionate about inspiring the next generation of scientists, engineers, and mathematicians.

  • Empowering students to see themselves as future STEM leaders and innovators.

  • fun and exciting atmosphere that encourages students to explore their passions, try new things, and build lasting friendships with others who share their interests.

Full Description

Jr. DEEP Summer Camp allows students the opportunity to take part in fun and engaging STEM learning through hands-on activities modelled after U of T science and engineering courses. Our course instructors are current undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Toronto in science and engineering fields who are excited to share their experiences in STEM and provide mentorship to students interested in STEM careers!

Program Details

Dates

Girls' Jr. DEEP
Week 1: July 2-5, 2024*
*This is a 4-day program

All other Jr. DEEP Courses
Week 2: July 8 - July 12, 2024
Week 3: July 15 - July 19, 2024
Week 4: July 22 - July 26, 2024
Week 5: July 29 - August 2, 2024
Week 6: no camp this week
Week 7: August 12 - 16, 2024
Week 8: August 19 - 23, 2024


Schedule

Monday - Friday – 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM*
(Tuesday-Friday for Girls' Jr. DEEP)

Session 1 – 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Nutritional Break 1 – 11:00 AM - 11:40 AM
Session 2 – 11:40 AM - 1:40 PM
Nutritional Break 2 – 1:40 PM - 2:20 PM
Session 3 – 2:20 PM - 4:00 PM

*We offer before care (8:00 AM – 9:00 AM) and after care (4:00 PM – 5:00 PM) free of charge.

Grades

This program is offered to students in Grades 3/4, 5/6 and 7/8 (2023/2024 academic year). Students need to be currently in grades 3-8, or have just completed grade 3-8 in order to attend.

Our summer camp courses are offered for students who have completed the listed grade this spring (eg. a student who was in grade 4 this year, going into grade 5 in the fall, would be eligible for the grade 3/4 classes).


Creating an Active Account

If this is your first time registering for one of our programs, you will be prompted to create an Active account as you register. If you are successful in getting a spot in the workshop, your spot will be held for you as you complete the registration form, so no need to rush.

Please note that it is not possible to create an account before the registration date.


Waitlist

If you see that a course is waitlisted on the registration page, that means there are no available spaces. If a space opens up in the course, those on the waitlist will be notified immediately in the order that they registered.

Cost

$450/week
$360 for Girls' Jr. DEEP as it is a 4-day program

Please check back closer to course registration for the most up-to-date information.


Cancellation Policy

A refund or a credit, less a $90 administrative fee is available for cancellation requests received by 11:59 PM ET on the Monday before the session start date. No refunds or credits will be issued after this point. Please note that this charge is to cover administrative processing fees. Thank you for your understanding! For more details regarding cancellation deadlines, please refer to your confirmation email once you have completed the registration process.


Bursaries

Bursaries are available to Canadian citizens, permanent residents and protected persons who demonstrate financial need. See our bursary page to find out more about our bursary application process and to apply.

Do you have questions about Jr. DEEP Summer Camp?

Contact us at outreach@engineering.utoronto.ca

Course Offerings

Our summer camp courses are offered for students who have completed the listed grade this spring (eg. a student who was in grade 4 this year, going into grade 5 in the fall, would be eligible for the grade 3/4 classes).

Grade 3/4 Program Offerings

Grade 5/6 Program Offerings

Grade 5-8 Program Offerings

Grade 7/8 Program Offerings

Registration Open

Space is limited, register soon!