National Youth Science Camp

2009 NYSC at a Glance

Application Information
Arrival: July 1, 2009
Departure: July 25, 2009
Cost: Free of charge to delegates

The National Youth Science Camp is an intense residential science education program for young scientists the summer after they graduate from high school. In a rustic setting, students from around the country are challenged academically in exciting lectures and hands-on studies, and have many opportunities to push themselves physically in an extensive outdoor program, gain a new and deep appreciation for the great outdoors, and establish friendships that last a lifetime.

The National Youth Science Camp is made possible through the planning and fund-raising of the National Youth Science Foundation, a nonprofit organization with a mission to honor, sustain, and encourage youth interest and excellence in science by conducting comprehensive informal science education programs that provide opportunity for constructive interaction with others and emphasize the social value of thoughtful scientific careers. The National Youth Science Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) organization and contributions are tax deductible as allowed by law.

The National Youth Science Camp program is strengthened through a philosophy that encourages delegates to experience each day by day. This philosophy permits the Staph to plan numerous special events that surprise the participants. This philosophy also encourages the delegates to give undistracted attention to guest presenters. The National Youth Science Camp does not, therefore, publish detailed program calendars.

Professor Joseph McKee "Hutch" Hutchison III, Chairman Emeritus
It is with great sadness that we convey news of the passing of Professor Joseph M. Hutchison III, Chairman Emeritus of the National Youth Science Foundation (more).