Chem Camp (Ages 9

CHEM CAMP (AGES 9 - 12)

Come explore chemistry as you make molecules and measure changes you can’t see with your eyes. Experiments include titration, making batteries, identifying solutions, chromatography, ester synthesis, electrolysis, and macromolecule testing. There are two identical camp sessions (session 1 and 2) for 9–10-year-old children and two identical camp sessions for 11-12-year-old children. Camp (session 3 and 4). Ages are defined as the ages children will be at the time of camp. Mature 12-year-old youth that will have completed a full year of junior high before camp are invited to submit an application to BioChem Camp.

2026 CHEM CAMP DATES

CHEM CAMP COST

Ages 9-10 and 11-12 camps will be $235.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Participate in chemistry experiments with close mentoring from BYU students and professors.
Explore chemistry as the central science, and its relationship to physics, biology, and medicine.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Who may participate in a Chem Camp?

For ages 9–12 at the time of the camp. Mature 12-year old youth that will have completed a year of junior high can submit an application to biochem camp.
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How are applicants selected?

Campers are randomly selected from applicants.
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When will the Chem Camps take place?
There will be four sessions.
- SESSION 1 (ages 9–10): June 23-24, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- SESSION 2 (ages 9–10): June 25-26, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- SESSION 3 (ages 11–12): June 29-30, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
- SESSION 4 (ages 11–12): July 1-2, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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What if I have children of slightly different ages? Can they attend together?

Due to the nature of the experiments conducted, we cannot allow youth to attend sessions that are not for their age.
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What do the Chem Camps cost?

Ages 9-10 and 11-12 camps will cost $235.

The cost includes experiments, activities, supplies (goggles, lab coat, etc.), personal instruction from BYU counselors, snacks, and lunch. The normal cost of the camp is also heavily subsidized. Families with significant financial need can apply for a limited number of scholarships made available by very generous private donors. Please email chemcamp@chem.byu.edu for more information.
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What if my child wants to attend a session with a friend/sibling/cousin?

If two campers both want to attend a specific session of BYU Chem Camp together, please make a note of it on the application form. We will do our best to accommodate these requests.
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What activities will campers be doing?

Chem Camp (ages 9–12)

Campers will participate in hands-on lab activities each day. For example, during the 9-10 camps experiments include titration, making batteries, identifying solutions, and chromatography. During the 11-12 camps, experiments include ester synthesis, titrations, electrolysis, chromatography, and macromolecule testing. During all these experiments appropriate safety measures will be followed, and a dedicated BYU student counselor will supervise campers.
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What are the requirements to attend BYU Chem Camps?

Each prospective attendee must fill out a short application to attend a BYU Chem Camp. Upon acceptance applicants must register and pay the registration fee.
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What is the daily schedule for Chem Camps?

Chem Camp

SESSIONS 1 and 2 are for 9-10 year olds are both two-day camps that begin at 9:00 a.m. Drop off will occur between 8:30-8:45 a.m. Snacks and lunch will be provided. Pick up occurs between 2:45-3:00 p.m.

SESSIONS 3 and 4 are for 11–12 year olds are both two-day camps that begin at 9:00 a.m. Drop off will occur between 8:30-8:45 a.m. Snacks and lunch will be provided. Pick up occurs between 2:45-3:00 p.m.

Drop off and pick up for all sessions will be located at the south end of the BYU campus near the Botany “Duck” Pond.

Additional schedule details will be sent to parents after registration is complete.
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When is the application due? When will we find out whether we have been accepted?

Applications are now open. Acceptances will be send in March-April.

CHEM CAMP REGISTRATION

How do I register for Chem Camp?

Applications are currently open. See the Apply Now tab for more details. Applicants will then be randomly selected to register for camp sessions. Starting in March, accepted applicants will be given instructions on how to register. You will be contact by an email from chemcamp@chem.byu.edu.