Chem Kids (5th - 8th Grade)
Campers must be age 10 – 13 by September 1, 2026 and entering 5th -8th Grade in Fall 2026.
Campers will push their intellectual boundaries by learning basic organic chemistry (yes, kids can learn the tough subject of organic chemistry!), exploring 3D chemical structures, and safely performing science experiments. 3D games and activities, such as Rubik’s Cube-solving sessions and interacting with molecules in virtual reality, will also be part of the experience. This program is led by award-winning UCLA chemistry professor Neil Garg and includes tours of UCLA research facilities. Curriculum for this program is replicated from year to year. This week-long program runs from 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM and is based out of Young Hall on the UCLA campus (Drop off and Pick Up at John Wooden Center).
Registration Opens 2/10 at Noon.
Daily Schedule:
- 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Drop-Off
- 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Camp Programming
- 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM Pick-Up
Location
Session Dates and Fees:
Camp Fees are organized in a three-tier payment system.
- TIER 1: CURRENT UCLA STUDENTS
- TIER 3: UCLA STAFF AND FACULTY
- TIER 5: ALL OTHERS
Session Dates (TIER 1/TIER 3/TIER 5)
- Week 6: July 20 - July 24 • $345 / $435 / $505