Experience College Before You Get There
June 15-16, 2026 | Illinois College
Get a real taste of college life through hands-on learning, creative exploration, and time on campus. Whether you're just starting to think about your future or already exploring careers, Camp College is designed to help you take the next step with confidence.
Choose Your Experience
- High School Camp | Rising Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors
Overnight Option (Optional)
Stay in the residence halls and experience campus life.- Check-in: June 15 at 8 a.m.
- Check-out: June 16 at 12 p.m.
Commuter Option
- June 15: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- June 16: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
What You’ll Do
- Test-drive majors and explore career paths that interest you
- Build your own experience with hands-on STEAM challenges
- Experience what college life is really like on campus
- Meet new people and have fun along the way
Price: $50 (+ $25 for optional overnight)
Students who qualify for free/reduced lunch and live in Morgan County are eligible for a registration fee waiver funded by the Jacksonville Promise. Contact Julia Carter, Guest Experience Coordinator, at julia.carter@ic.edu for more information.Register for High School Camp See the High School Camp Schedule
- Middle School Camp | Rising 6th to 8th Grade | Commuter Only
June 15: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
June 16: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.What You’ll Do
- Design, build, code, and bring your ideas to life
- Try new things through hands-on activities
- Explore your interests in a fun, supportive environment
- Meet new friends
Price: $50
Students who qualify for free/reduced lunch and live in Morgan County are eligible for a registration fee waiver funded by the Jacksonville Promise. Contact Julia Carter, Guest Experience Coordinator, at julia.carter@ic.edu for more information.
What is Camp College?
Camp College is a two-day summer experience designed to bring learning to life. You’ll explore your interests through hands-on activities using the FUSE curriculum and gain a better understanding of what college—and your future—can look like.
Through collaborative challenges and creative problem-solving, you won’t just hear about possibilities—you’ll experience them.
Why Attend?
- Explore your interests through engaging, hands-on STEAM challenges
- Discover potential career paths and majors that fit you
- Create real projects using innovative tools and technology
- Connect with other students from across the region
- Experience life on a college campus
Explore • Discover • Create
At Camp College, learning goes beyond the classroom.
You will:
- Tackle interactive challenges through FUSE Studio
- Work independently and collaboratively
- Build confidence in problem-solving and creativity
- Experience what it’s like to learn in a college environment
This is your chance to try something new, meet new people, and start imagining what’s next.
Offered in partnership with Jacksonville Promise. Scholarships available.
Contact Julia Carter, Guest Experience Coordinator, at julia.carter@ic.edu for questions or more information.