Explore Your Future with York College’s Pre-College Programs
York College of Pennsylvania offers engaging pre-college opportunities designed to inspire, educate, and prepare students for their academic and career journeys.
Whether you’re exploring hands-on workshops, sharpening your skills, or diving into new fields of interest, our programs empower students to learn, grow, and discover their potential.
Summer Academy
Summer Academy offers dynamic week-long sessions for middle and high school students, featuring creative arts, leadership, STEAM, esports, and more.
The Summer Academy also includes Spartan Sport, athletic camps that provide training and development for participants of all ages, led by York College’s expert NCAA coaches.
EmpowerHer Girl's STEM Workshop
EmpowerHer Girl's STEM Workshop is an exciting 3-day camp for girls entering grades 7-9, running July 23-25 at York College of Pennsylvania's state-of-the-art Kinsley Engineering Center.
Participants will explore sustainable engineering and renewable energy, build and program their own robots and drones, and engage in hands-on physics activities. Throughout the workshop, girls will connect with engineering faculty, industry partners, and college students who are passionate about STEM.
Registration opens in February
Partnership Camps
Specialized camp experiences offered in collaboration with York College faculty and trusted community partners.
Program format, staffing, and registration details vary by camp.
York Summer Music Experience
The York Symphony Orchestra Camp is a week-long music experience for students in grades 5–9 with at least one year of orchestra or private lesson experience. Participants work with accomplished music educators and performers to build skills through ensemble rehearsal and collaborative performance, culminating in a showcase concert at the end of the week.