Minnesota State University, Mankato Summer Camps
Academic Camps
Cultivating Curiosity
Through partnership with the Mankato YMCA, MN State Southern Agricultural Center of Excellence, & the MN State Engineering Center of Excellence, pathfinders will be journeying through careers and activities in agriculture and STEM. With an up close and hands on approach, this week is sure to expose your camper to the importance of science and exploration! Participants must register by July 10, 2026.
- Dates: July 27-31
- Ages: Entering Grades 6-8
- Camp Focus: STEM
- Cost: $245.00-$275.00, Scholarships are available
- Contact: Dustin Slaughter, dslaughter@Mankatoymca.org
Nitro-X
Nitro-X Summer Camp is a three-day, hands-on experience for middle school students to explore transportation careers. Hosted by Minnesota State Colleges and high schools, campers participate in technical sessions, build and customize RC cars in professional paint booths, and tour industry sites. Students develop teamwork and employability skills, culminating in an exciting final RC race—while gaining valuable exposure to high-demand transportation careers. Participants must register by May 1, 2026.
- Dates: July 14-16
- Ages: Entering Grades 6-8
- Camp Focus: Career Exploration, STEM, Transportation and Automotive Careers
- Cost: $300.00, Scholarships are available
- Contact: Jeannie Meidlinger, jmeidlinger@ssc.coop
Scrubs Camp
Scrubs Camp is a healthcare career exploration program open to any high school student in grades 9-12. During this three-day immersive camp, held in the summer, students explore a variety of healthcare careers through hands-on activities with working professionals!
- Dates: June 16-18
- Ages: Entering Grades 9-12
- Camp Focus: Career Exploration, Healthcare
- Cost: $100.00, Scholarships are available
- Contact: Gwenn Wolters, gwolters@mnscsc.org