Camp · Academic · Ages 14–18 · $4,499/week
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▌ Academic · Ages 14–18

Summer Discovery at Culinary Institute of America

Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, New York · $4,499/week

Summer Discovery at the Culinary Institute of America offers pre-college culinary programs for high school students, focusing on hands-on cooking, baking, an...

▌ Editor's read The Summer Discovery at Culinary Institute of America website loads successfully and details pre-college summer programs for high school students. These programs are overnight and focus on culinary arts, baking, and hospitality, utilizing the CIA's professional kitchens and faculty. Summer Discovery, the parent company, states on its 'About Us' page that they have been operating for over 55 years and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. The program is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Summer Discovery' (the parent company) show an average rating of 4.7 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many praising the enriching experiences and supportive staff. Social media handles for Summer Discovery are @summerdiscovery on Instagram and 'SummerDiscovery' on Facebook. The program is offered by a for-profit entity, Summer Discovery, in partnership with the Culinary Institute of America.
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Who thrives here Ages 14–18

Summer Discovery at Culinary Institute of America 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 academic, 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
Not listed
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 14–18
  • Hours: Full day
  • Address: 1946 Campus Drive, Hyde Park, NY 12538, USA
  • Cost notes: USD, $4,499 residential, $3,499 commuter

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Summer Discovery at Culinary Institute of America

What ages does Summer Discovery at Culinary Institute of America accept?
Summer Discovery at Culinary Institute of America is open to children ages 14–18. 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 Discovery at Culinary Institute of America cost?
Summer Discovery at Culinary Institute of America publishes $4,499/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Summer Discovery at Culinary Institute of America's hours?
Summer Discovery at Culinary Institute of America runs Full day. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Summer Discovery at Culinary Institute of America?
Summer Discovery at Culinary Institute of America is operated by a private business. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Summer Discovery at Culinary Institute of America provide lunch?
Summer Discovery at Culinary Institute of America does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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