CONTINUING EDUCATION
SUMMER CAMPS AND YOUTH PROGRAMS
Discover strengths. Build friendships. Grow with Hofstra Summer Camps and Youth
Programs.
From hands-on discovery to advanced academic exploration, Hofstra delivers
exceptional learning experiences for every stage of childhood and adolescence -
right here on Long Island.
Summer Camps
Our award-winning Long Island summer day camps offer sports, STEM, arts, and
specialty programs on Hofstra's campus - combining fun, friendship, and learning
for grades K-12.
Highlights:
- 75+ programs in sports, STEM, arts, and specialty areas
- Safe, inclusive environment with certified instructors and coaches
- Focus on exploration, teamwork, and confidence-building
- Accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA)
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Classic Hofstra Day Camps
Campers will choose a
specialty each session. Their specialty camp will run part day, and gets
paired with a part day of the traditional camp experience.
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Sports Academy Camps
Sports Academy Camps at
Hofstra University provide the foundation for developing skills at every
level of play from Division One college coaching staff.
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Career and Technical Camps
The Hofstra Summer Camp
and Nassau BOCES partnership offers a wide range of programs designed to
motivate young minds and propel career inspirations.
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Precollegiate Academy
Hofstra's Precollegiate
Summer Academy offers high school students immersive, week-long
experiences exploring potential careers through hands-on courses taught
by certified educators, industry professionals, and University
professors.
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Game Builders Academy
Hofstra Summer Camps
partners with Game Builders Academy (GBA) to offer exciting programs
that ignite your child's passion for math, science, and technology.
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Outdoor and Travel
Exciting local excursions
and outdoor adventures designed for hands-on exploration and summer fun.
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LIHSA Arts Camps
Immersive professional
arts training in dance, theater, music, and visual arts at Long Island
High School for the Arts.
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Why Families Choose Hofstra
Exceptional facilities. Personalized attention. Proven
programs.
Average Camper to Counselor Ratio
Inspiring Camps and Programs for Kids and Teens
Acres of Arenas, Classrooms, and Outdoor Fields
Youth Programs (School-Year
Enrichment and Precollegiate)
Year-round enrichment and academic programs that help K–12 students develop
skills, explore interests, and prepare for success in school, college, and
beyond.
Highlights:
- Academic, enrichment, creative, and precollegiate programs for K–12
- STEM, digital media, and technology-focused tracks
- Small class sizes taught by NYS-certified teachers and subject experts
- Inspires curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning
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Youth Academy
Academic, enrichment, and
creative programs for K–12.
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Gifted Academy
Challenging, fast-paced
courses
for advanced learners.
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Pre-Collegiate Program
Career exploration and
skill-building for high school students.
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Special Youth Programs
Swimming, Sports
Journalism, Test Prep, and more.
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Hofstra Summer Camps Grant
We're proud to celebrate our Hofstra Summer Camps community!
Students who attended Hofstra Summer Camps in 2025 and later enroll as full-time
undergraduates at Hofstra University will receive an additional $1,000 Hofstra
Summer Camp Grant, renewable each year, on top of any merit-based scholarship
they may qualify for through the admissions process.
Each applicant will be individually reviewed for merit scholarships based on
academic achievement and other criteria. The $1,000 Camp Grant will then be
added to their total award package and can be renewed annually, provided the
student maintains the required GPA. Admission: First-Year Scholarships | Hofstra
University