Summer@CSU: High School

Cleveland State University offers a wide range of summer programs that provide high school students the opportunity to get a jump start on their college education. Links to the direct program registration will be available one month prior to the program date below, if you need to sign up early please use our Summer@CSU interest form.

The Viking CHAMPS program is no longer offered. Please peruse our running programs below.

CSU Recreation Center Summer Swimming

Private swim lessons tailored to any level of swimmer (ages 3+)

Our private swim sessions are for people ages 3 years and older. Instructors are ready to meet with you individually and help you reach your swimming goals. Lessons are scheduled based on pool, instructor, and participant availability. Prior to purchasing a private lesson package, please connect with an Aquatic Staff member to make sure we can properly meet your needs.

Learn more and register online HERE!

Aquatic adaptive personal training (any age)

Water provides a low impact environment for exercise that can be accessible to anyone regardless of needs. Adaptive Aquatic personal training offers a safe environment for individualized instruction, with a qualified instructor, adapted to personal needs. Tailored for individuals with mental and physical special needs wanting to further their aquatic fitness.

Learn more and register online HERE!

NEW! Adaptive open swim Wednesday evening (any age)

Our new adaptive open swim program is designed for a time to allow individuals with intellectual and physical special needs to enjoy time in the water. Under the supervision of a qualified instructor, this will allow for a safe and fun experience! Parents are welcome to get in the water and join in on the fun with no additional charge!

Learn more and register online HERE!

Contact information: Spencer Tussing | s.tussing@csuohio.edu | 216-802-3252

Hyland STEM

A five-day Math Camp in which each day focuses on a different field of engineering and how math applies to each one.

Details coming soon!

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Legacy ++ Program

This week-long program is designed for Black young women currently attending high school in Ohio who will be taking the AP Computer Science Principles (CSP) exam for college credit. 

The Legacy ++ Program is supported by the National Science Foundation and aims to boost success on the AP CSP exam. Your week on campus at Cleveland State University will include mentoring by Black women in computer science, study sessions, meeting peers and learning more about the computer science industry. All participants will stay on campus and meals will be provided to help foster a peer-to-peer learning community. 

Date: June 22—27, 2025
Time: Sunday—Friday
Price: Free to apply and free for those accepted into the program. Spots are limited to 50 participants.
Program Contact: Dr. Becky Odom-Bartel | r.odombartel@csuohio.edu

Learn more and register online HERE!

Math Corps

High school students earn a stipend as Teaching Assistants (TAs) in our program. In the morning they serve as tutors, role models and big brothers/sisters to middle school students in a two-to-one ratio on teams led by college students. In the afternoon they enrich their own math knowledge from algebra to calculus, and also take a college-level class on either Logic or Proof.

Details coming soon!

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Odyssey Film Camps

The CSU School of Film & Media Arts offers four different residential or day camps for teens (age 13-18) interested in filmmaking. Participants learn screenwriting, acting, directing, cinematography and editing, and complete their own individual film projects.Learn more about the Odyssey Program at csufilmodyssey.com.

Learn more and register online HERE!

Sport Management Institute

The Summer Sport Management Institute is a blend of classroom lectures from industry professionals, visits to a number of local sports and entertainment venues, team building projects, case studies and group discussions, all focused on the Sports and Entertainment industries. Students will network with industry professionals, learn about the variety of careers available in these industries and more! Students will also attend a Cleveland Guardians Game.

Dates: Session 1 July 7–8, Session 2 July 15–16

Full details coming soon!

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Summer Bridge Academy (SBA)

A one-week on-campus program that will help incoming CSU students and their families prepare to begin college in the fall. The SBA provides a residential experience as well as additional incentives and resources that will best support student transition from high school to college.

Details coming soon!

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Tech Talent Pipeline

Offering 300 paid high school internships with 20 worksites, including many CSU-based research labs and work-based learning opportunities!

Details coming soon!

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Pending confirmation for Summer 2025

Women's Soccer Camp

Camps are held at the Krenzler Soccer Field on the Cleveland State University campus for girls entering grades 9-12 in fall 2024.

Dates: TBD
Times: 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Ages: Females, grades 9–12 (as of Fall 2025)
Price*: $125

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Men's Basketball Team Camp

Team Camp is focused on bringing in local high school teams to come to CSU and have the opportunity to play live officiated games in front of college coaches. This two-day event will have teams play four games guaranteed across two days.

Dates: TBD
Times: Saturday 8 a.m.–8 p.m. and Sunda 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Ages: Males 15–18 (high school teams)
Price*: $300/team
Discounts: $100 off multiple teams

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Women's ID Soccer Camp

Camps are held at the Krenzler Soccer Field on the Cleveland State University campus for girls entering grades 9-12 in fall 2023.

Dates: TBD
Times: 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Ages: Females 15–18 (grades 9–12 as of Fall 2025)
Price*: $125

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Nike Co-Ed Tennis Camp

This All Skills program is designed for tennis players of any skill level and background. Campers will learn fundamentals and improve upon their game.
Times
9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Ages: 8–18
Price*: $435

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Summer Volleyball Clinics

The CSU Vikings host five separate clinics covering a wide range of volleyball topics. Clinics will run either 3 or 7.5 hours in length and will take place in Woodling Gymnasium on the Cleveland State campus. To register for any of the clinics, players should be at least 10 years old, or in the 5th-12th grade.

Dates: TBD
Times: TBD
Ages: 10–18 (grades 5-12)
Price: TBD

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Nike High School Girls Tennis Camp

This program is designed for girls who are in high school or are entering high school, who are trying out or are already on their high school team. Tennis instruction will be operated at a competitive level and is geared toward improving match play, developing strategy and mental toughness, conditioning, improving strokes and increasing confidence in both singles and doubles play.

Dates: TBD
Times: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Ages: 13–18
Price*: $435

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Summer ID Soccer Camp

Our ID camp is designed to provide an opportunity for young players to showcase their talent in front of the CSU coaching staff, and other collegiate coaches of various divisions who will also be in attendance.

Dates: TBD
Times: 10 a.m.–3 p.m., check-in at 9:30 a.m.
Ages: Males, grades 9-12 and college freshman
Price*: $145

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Women's Basketball Camp

Camps are led by the CSU Women's Basketball student-athletes and coaching staff. This is your chance to learn from the 2023 Horizon League Tournament Champions, as we are excited to share our passion and love of the game with you. Come join us in a unique opportunity to improve your skills and knowledge of the game while having lots of fun!

Dates: TBD
Times: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Ages: Females, grades 7-12 (as of Fall 2025)
Price*: $90

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*Prices shown are from 2024 camps and are subject to change for 2025.