General Camp Scholarship

Each year, through the generous support of donors and camp sponsors, we are able to offer a limited number of full and partial camp scholarships to help make our programs accessible to more families. Scholarships are awarded based on need and availability, and may cover all or a portion of camp costs.

The application deadline is May 1st, and all applicants will be notified of scholarship award decisions by May 15th.


AAUW Partial Middle School Scholarship

AAUW is committed to breaking down barriers to gender equity and expanding opportunities for women and girls in education. Through a new partnership with NIU STEAM, AAUW is offering partial scholarships for young women interested in joining any Middle School NIU STEAM Summer Camp.


Through the generous sponsorship of Meta, we are excited to offer our grades 6-9 day camp Energy Innovators: Green Energy Engineering completely free of charge. In this hands‑on summer camp, future energy innovators will explore how STEAM can reduce carbon emissions and create sustainable solutions by investigating solar power, wind energy, insulation, and energy efficiency

Energy Innovators: Green Energy Engineering
Category: Day Camp
Entering Grades: 6-9
Location: NIU DeKalb Campus
July 06 - July 10
These free specialty camps are designed to give high school students meaningful college and career exploration experiences while building confidence and future‑ready skills. An application is required to apply for eligibility and ensure the program is a good fit for each student.
Huskies BELONG
Category: Residential
Entering Grades: Entering 12th grade
Location: NIU DeKalb Campus
July 19 - July 24
Summer Leadership Academy
Category: Residential
Entering Grades: 9-12
Location: NIU DeKalb Campus
July 27 - July 30