Apply for YNS Summer Programs

Young Nebraska Scientists Camps utilize an application platform outside of this site. When applying, you will be asked to create a log in. Please keep the following information in mind as you create your log in.

Read the following prior to applying:

1. The e-mail used to log-in, is the e-mail that will be used for correspondence from Outreach Coordinator.
2. Grade levels: We place students based on their grade level at the time they are filling out the application. If it is the Spring semester and your student is an 8th grader, they apply as a 9th grader for the summer.
3. If you are applying for a need-based scholarship, fill out the question in the application and enter the corresponding discount code at checkout. 

You will be notified of your camp application status within one week of submittal.

Apply for Explorations in Biology!

Apply for Nanoscience!

Apply for Rise and Grind!

Apply for Biodiversity!

Apply for Snacks!
Apply for Ice Cream!
Apply for Chocolate!

The High School Researcher Application will be facilitated through an outside application platform. The platform requires you to create a log-in that will allow you to adjust until the deadline.

Read the following prior to applying:

1. The log-in information should be made using the student's information and the student's e-mail address. NO parental information should be used to create the log-in. 
2. Applications are due on March 15th. Applications require a recommendation from a teacher. No extensions will be given, so start your application and request the recommendation early!
3. The application does not have to be completed all at once, it can be saved and accessed with your log-in information.

 The application portal is closed for summer 2026.