Young Nebraska Scientists

Lincoln, NEAges 11–17

Private

Young Nebraska Scientists (YNS) is a STEM summer camp program run by Nebraska EPSCoR with National Science Foundation support, offering hands-on science camps for current 6th-11th graders. Residential and commuter camps are held on college campuses including the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Doane College, and Creighton University, where students do active-learning research and experience campus life. Need-based scholarships are available.

The practical details

Ages

Ages 11–17

Environment

Indoor/Outdoor

Operator

Private

Financial Aid Available

Before you register

We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Young Nebraska Scientists directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.

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