The U-M WISE Python Bootcamp is a summer day camp for students grade 9 through 12 that introduces students to programming and computational thinking concepts in a fun and supportive environment.
Camp will be in person on the U-M Ann Arbor Campus in 2025 from July 28 – August 1, 9:00am-5:00pm.
The camp is geared towards students with no prior coding experience. The number of campers is limited to 30.
The camp is planned and taught by University of Michigan staff and students. In addition to hands-on coding activities, campers will participate in fun group competitions and meet computer science professionals to learn about CS careers.
FAQs
Can My Younger Child Apply?
Not at this time. We encourage rising 7th and 8th graders to apply to the Girls in Science and Engineering camp instead.
How Much Does It Cost?
U-M WISE Python Bootcamp costs $450 for the week. It will be a challenging and fast moving introduction to programming with plenty of TAs available for one-on-one assistance.
This tuition includes 5 days of intensive instruction. Students will be provided with university computers during camp. They will have unlimited access to their code and their textbook when camp ends.
Need-based aid is available both through WISE (embedded in the camp application) or via the Watson Young scholarship (through the U-M Center for Educational Outreach).
When and Where Is It?
U-M WISE Python Bootcamp is held in a computer lab on our Ann Arbor campus from July 28-August 1. Paid guest parking is available for students who drive themselves.
How Will I Be Notified of My Acceptance?
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. You will be notified by email. If the camp fills, you will be added to a waitlist and notified by email both when you apply and if you receive a spot in camp.
When Do I Pay?
Accepted students will be emailed instructions to make their tuition payment of $450 through credit card on the UM payment portal. You may pay at any time between when you are accepted and the closing date of July 1. The absolute last day to pay is Tuesday July 1, after which your spot will be forfeit and given to someone on the waitlist.
If you have circumstances that require delaying payment, email [email protected].
What Is Your Cancellation Policy?
If you are unable to attend camp, we will offer a full refund up through July 1. After July 1, we will charge a $100 penalty for giving up your place in the program. If you wish to discuss, petition to waive the fee, or request a refund, email us at [email protected]
If WISE is forced to cancel summer programming, you will receive a full refund within 2 weeks.
How Can I Get Other Questions Answered?
Please reach out to the Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) Program
Phone: (734) 615-4455
Email: [email protected]