Camps are available for a variety of ages and interests.

Multiple departments at Texas Tech University offer summer camps. These experiences help students from pre-k to high school learn about topics that interest them. They also allow campers the opportunity to explore and discover what a college campus has to offer. 

Available camps for 2024 are listed below. 

Museum of Texas Tech University

laura.ray@ttu.edu 

The museum's Education Division can be reached at museum.education@ttu.edu or by calling (806) 742-2432.

Lil' Paleontologists Dino Camp

• Campers will go on prehistoric adventures and learn all about different dinosaurs, their characteristics and the habitats they lived in. They will take a trip into the dinosaur gallery and participate in hands-on activities that will give them a new understanding about dinosaurs and their past.
• Ages 4-6; 10 a.m. to noon, June 4-6, June 25-27
• Cost: $70
• More information here.

Summer in Color – Art Camp

• Let your little one express their artistic side this summer. Campers will create unique masterpieces to take home, all while learning how to use art tools and techniques. 
• Ages 4-6; 10 a.m. to noon, June 11-13
• Cost: $70
• More information here.

Maker's Studio – DIY Camp 

• Join this camp for tons of fun DIY projects. Campers will explore various subject matter and work with different materials to create unique DIY projects. 
• Ages 7-9; 2-4 p.m., June 11-13 
• Cost: $70
• More information here.

College of Human Sciences

megan.mccrory@ttu.edu

Hospitality and Retail Management Chef Camp

• Chef camp, held in weekly durations, allows preteens and teenagers to learn the ropes of the kitchen in this hands-on experience with professional chefs in the Department of Hospitality and Retail Management at Texas Tech. Lunch is provided. 
• Ages 10-13; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., July 29 - Aug. 2
• Cost: $450
• Ages 14-17; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., June 3-7, June 24-28
• Cost: $500
• More information here.

Say Yes to FCS Teaching Camp

• This camp will focus on interactive activities showing students various teaching techniques that can be used in Family and Consumer Sciences courses. Camp members also will get to tour of our FCS program and the other programs within the College of Human Sciences at Texas Tech.
• Grades 9-12; 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., July 8-11
• Cost: $25
• More information here.

J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts 

rachel.kiwior@ttu.edu 

Art Pre-College Immersion 

• The School of Art Pre-College Immersion Program offers high school students an immersive college experience in the fine arts. During this weeklong program, students will experience first-hand what it means to be a Red Raider. Students will live in dorms, participate in extracurricular activities and take various fine art workshops, all in an atmosphere of university instruction. The workshops offer opportunities to learn new artmaking techniques through multiple mediums taught by talented Texas Tech artists.
• Grades 9-12 (incoming); June 24-28
• Cost: $750
• More information here.

Texas Tech All-State Choir Camp

• All-State Choir Camp offers a five-day camp focused on preparing for both the TMEA small-school and large-school All-State Choir auditions. In addition to sectional and full choir rehearsals, campers can participate in conducting, composition, opera, vocal jazz or musical theatre workshops. The camp includes four exciting evening activities: a tour of Texas Tech, a beach party at the leisure pool and lazy river, SQUAD WARS (a relay and social-style competition) and a full-scale talent show. The week will conclude with a final concert on June 15 for family members and the local community. 
• Grades 9-12; June 11-15
• Cost: Commuter $225, Overnight $500
• More information here.

Texas Tech Band & Orchestra Camp 

• This camp is for high school and middle school students. Tracks include band, orchestra or drum major. Students can stay on -campus or off- campus. The camp also includes evening activities. Each camper will be required to perform audition materials for their instrument on site the first day of camp. This will help faculty place them in the appropriate ensemble. 
• Grades 6-12; June 30 - July 6
• Cost: Commuter $325, Overnight $700 
• More information here.

University Recreation

scott.layher@ttu.edu 

Summer Youth Sports Camp

• This camp is exciting, fast-paced and engaging for all skill levels. The program includes a wide variety of activities that focus on ensuring active participation and an overall entertaining experience. Activities include swim lessons, rock climbing, archery, camp games and more. 
• Ages 7-12; 8 a.m. to noon, June 3-14, June 17-28, July 8-19
• Cost: $295
• More information here.

STEM CORE

allison.eubanks@ttu.edu 

Shark Tank Jr. Summer Camp

• Be the next great STEM entrepreneur as you learn about solving problems in creative and innovative ways. Take your ideas from paper to prototyping and pitch your product before a live panel of business sharks. 
• Grades 4-6 (upcoming); 8:30-11:30 a.m., July 8-12
• Grades 7-9 (upcoming); 1-4 p.m., July 8-12 
• Cost: $150
• More information here.