Summer Programs
Your Summer in Cincinnati Starts Here!
Discover a world of opportunity with Xavier’s dynamic summer camp programs designed for high school students, future Musketeers, and children alike. Whether you’re looking for a multi-week, for-credit residential experience or a fun, hands-on day camp, Xavier has something for you all located on our main campus in the heart of Cincinnati, Ohio.
Our world-class faculty, dedicated staff, and talented students are ready to inspire, challenge, and prepare you for the future through a wide range of unforgettable summer experiences. Come join us this summer and get a true taste of life as a Xavier Musketeer in one of our many summer camp offerings!
Register by May 1, 2026, and receive an exclusive Summer Programs Basketball Jersey (sports camps excluded from promotion)! Stay tuned as registration for summer 2026 will launch by Thanksgiving of this year.
Scholarship details will be shared soon. For any questions about our programs, please contact us at summerprograms@xavier.edu.
D'Artagnan's Summer Business Academy
Ready to supercharge your summer? The D’Artagnan Summer Academy is an interactive, 1 or 2 week residential pre-college program designed specifically for standout rising high school juniors and seniors like you! Engage in dynamic discussions with top local business and community leaders, tackle hands-on projects, and gain real-world insights from our expert faculty. Plus, the pre-college program offers a fast-track application process to Xavier University, scholarship opportunities, and many of the courses you complete count toward your future Xavier degree. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your skills, expand your network, and kickstart your college journey.
STEAM@XU
Summer in Cincy: Pre-College Program for High School Students
Summer in Cincy: Pre-College Program for High School Students offers rising high schoolers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience life as a Xavier Musketeer. For one week, participants will live in the residence halls, dine in the campus dining commons, and explore Cincinnati through field trips to local landmarks and a professional sporting event. Each day includes dynamic mini-courses led by Xavier faculty, skills development to ace college applications, and small group discussions time giving students a taste of academic and student life while building new skills and connections. Blending college immersion with city adventure, this program is the perfect way to discover Xavier University and envision your future as a Musketeer and Cincinnatian.Art in the Future
Step into the studio of tomorrow at Art in the Future, a week-long summer camp at Xavier University where creativity bridges the past and the present. Campers explore how traditional materials and methods can merge with emerging digital tools to imagine new forms of art. Led by Xavier professors Kat Dienno (art history and printmaking), Sharee Allen (photography), and Jonathan Gibson (AI art, graphic design, and mixed media), students work across mediums, experimenting with printmaking, photo composition, digital collage, and AI-assisted design. Daily activities encourage collaboration, problem-solving, and playful competition as participants switch between “traditional” and “contemporary” challenges. By week’s end, campers showcase their projects in a gallery walk celebrating innovation, teamwork, and the future of art itself.Broadway Camp Series
Step into the spotlight with Xavier’s Broadway Series an exciting progression of camps designed to inspire creativity, confidence, and self-expression in young performers. Through dramatic play, music, movement, and improvisation, students of all ages will explore the fundamentals of acting and musical theatre while developing key skills in vocal performance, dance, and storytelling. Each session encourages imagination, collaboration, and personal growth in a fun, supportive environment led by experienced theatre professionals. The series culminates in a showcase where students share their talents and celebrate their artistic journey with family and friends.
CSI Forensics Camp
This weeklong summer camp immerses high school students (grades 10–12) in the exciting world of forensic science and law enforcement. Led by a retired 27-year law enforcement veteran and current Xavier professor, participants will investigate a mock crime scene using professional forensic kits, lab equipment, and hands-on activities that bring real-world concepts to life. With interactive labs, engaging discussions, and teamwork-based challenges, students will gain unique insight into investigative techniques while sharpening critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Designed for future leaders and curious minds, the program offers an unforgettable blend of learning, discovery, and college campus experience.
High School Placement Test Prep
This premium prep class not only helps students prepare for the HSPT but also provides young Catholic students in Cincinnati the opportunity to experience Xavier’s beautiful campus. The course will be led by veteran educator Meghan Kemphaus, who brings 24 years of teaching experience in Cincinnati (19 in Catholic education). This marks her 17th year helping students prepare for the HSPT. Students will review all five sections of the test, learn effective testing strategies, build confidence, and practice timed sections in an authentic, school-like setting.
Strong eXplorer Career Camp
Xavier Jazz Workshop
Spend a week immersed in music, mentorship, and creativity at Xavier University’s Jazz Workshop run by Ralph DiSylvestro: Xavier Professor, Artistic Director of the Cincinnati Jazz Academy, and local professional trumpeter. Open to high school musicians of all levels, this summer program offers personalized instruction, improvisation workshops, jam sessions, and masterclasses led by top Cincinnati jazz professionals. Students build skills, collaborate with peers, and perform in a final concert all on Xavier’s vibrant campus. Grow as a musician, connect with passionate educators, and experience the art of jazz. A quick audition video is required in your application.
Sports Camps
Each camp in Xavier’s Sports Camps is led by experienced NCAA Division 1 coaches and instructors who are passionate about developing young athletes and teaching the fundamentals of their sport. Whether your child loves basketball, soccer, lacrosse, or volleyball, they’ll build skills, confidence, and teamwork in a fun, supportive environment. Designed for kids of all ages and ability levels, these camps offer personalized instruction, exciting drills, and plenty of gameplay. Beyond improving athletic ability, campers will form new friendships and create lasting memories on and off the court or field.