IDAHO – Applications are now being accepted from high school juniors and seniors in the classes of 2023 and 2024 to represent Idaho at the 2023 National Youth Science Camp (NYSCamp). Two students from each state, Washington D.C. and select countries will attend the all-expenses-paid program, held from June 19 – July 12, 2023.
The first five days of the 2023 NYSCamp will be virtual programming beginning June 19 and the remaining days of the camp are in-person at Camp Pocahontas in West Virginia beginning June 24. Two delegates per state will be selected by representatives of their governor’s office to attend the camp. Housing, meals, transportation, and supplies are provided to participants at no cost.
“I’m so pleased that we’re able to offer Idaho high schoolers a chance to meet with some of the best and brightest minds in STEAM,” said Idaho Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield. “I’m eager to see our talented students taking advantage of this world-class opportunity and it will be exciting to learn more about this year’s delegates.”
Eligibility Requirements for U.S. Applicants
- Graduates from high school between 1 July 2022 and 30 June 2024.
- Documented superior academic proficiency, including recognition in STEAM.
- Recognition for notable achievements in STEAM program areas.
- Skills and achievements outside of STEAM and academia.
- Must demonstrate a curiosity and an eagerness to explore new topics.
- Must intend to pursue higher education and a career in a STEAM-related field.
- Must be willing and able to participate daily for the entire duration of the NYSCamp program.
- Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 with at least one booster before attending the in person portion of camp. Official documentation of vaccination status will be required to be submitted if selected to attend the NYSCamp.
Hosted since 1963 in the Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia, the NYSCamp is a residential science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) program designed to challenge students while providing them with opportunities to engage with STEAM professionals and participate in a variety of activities. The experience will feature world-class lectures, directed studies and seminars with prestigious and up-and-coming industry leaders.
For more information about the program, visit http://www.nyscamp.org.
Applications must be submitted online by no later than 6:00 p.m. EST/3:00 p.m. PST on February 28. For applications, click HERE.
