The Ohio Academy of Science is proud to support the
National Youth Science Camp!
Hosted in Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia since 1963, the National Youth Science Camp (NYSCamp) is a fully in-person, residential STEAM program hosted in West Virginia and administered by the National Youth Science Academy (NYSAcademy). Participation is provided at no cost to delegates, including housing, meals, academic programming, and transportation.
More information can be found at www.nyscamp.org
2026 Program Dates: July 11, 2026 – August 1, 2026
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Daily lectures and seminars with leading scientists
Directed studies alongside visiting and resident STEM professionals
Engaging activities in STEAM programming in physical, natural, and computer sciences
Seminars are informal interactive experiences with someone who is knowledgeable and passionate about a topic
Opportunities to hike, backpack, rock climb, and go caving, kayaking, or biking during camp
- Delegations also travel to Washington, DC, where they can participate in a variety of activities
ELIGIBILITY
– Graduating Seniors: Graduate between July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026
– Rising Seniors (Current Juniors): Graduate between July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
– Demonstrated academic excellence in STEAM
– Leadership, social maturity, and extracurricular achievement
– Curiosity and interest in STEAM careers
– Full availability for the entire program duration -July 11, 2026 – August 1, 2026