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▌ STEM · Ages 15–18

Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics

Colby College · $2,500/week

Intensive astrophysics research program for rising high school seniors at New Mexico Tech.

▌ Editor's read The Summer Science Program (SSP) Astrophysics program is an intensive, immersive residential program for rising high school seniors, established in 1959 by Dr. Benton Dales. The program is operated by a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and has been running for 65 years. While specific Google review ratings for the Astrophysics program were not readily available, the overall Summer Science Program has a strong reputation. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. The program is offered at multiple university campuses, including Colby College, and focuses on hands-on research projects like determining the orbit of a near-Earth asteroid. Social media handles include @summerscienceprogram on Instagram and SummerScienceProgram on Facebook. The program is highly selective, accepting only 36 students per campus, and emphasizes a college-level academic experience.
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Since 196165+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 15–18

Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in stem, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1961 (65 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 15–18
  • Hours: Full-time residential program
  • Address: New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, 801 Leroy Pl, Socorro, NM 87801, USA
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics

What ages does Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics accept?
Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics is open to children ages 15–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics cost?
Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics publishes $2,500/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics's hours?
Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics runs Full-time residential program. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics?
Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 65 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics provide lunch?
Yes — Summer Science Program (SSP) - Astrophysics includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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