Camp · STEM · Ages 13–18 · $1,380/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 13–18

California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Los Angeles

Los Angeles · $1,380/week

COSMOS at UCLA offers high school students an intensive, four-week residential program focused on advanced STEM topics and research with university faculty.

▌ Editor's read The COSMOS program at UCLA is a four-week residential summer program for talented high school students interested in STEM, offering advanced academic and research experiences. It is part of the larger California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) system, hosted at various UC campuses. The program is owned and operated by the University of California, specifically UCLA, making its owner type 'university.' While not ACA accredited, its university affiliation suggests robust oversight. The website details specific 'clusters' of study, such as 'Biomedical Science' and 'Engineering Design and Advanced Manufacturing.' Google reviews for 'COSMOS UCLA' are not readily available as a distinct entity, but the overall COSMOS program is highly regarded. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @ucscosmos and a Facebook page 'COSMOSprogram', indicating active engagement. The program is clearly an overnight residential experience, as stated on the 'About COSMOS' page.
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Who thrives here Ages 13–18

California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Los Angeles serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in stem, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
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Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 13–18
  • Address: Los Angeles, CA 90095
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Los Angeles

What ages does California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Los Angeles accept?
California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Los Angeles is open to children ages 13–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Los Angeles cost?
California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Los Angeles publishes $1,380/week for the standard session. That sits 132% above the $595 median for stem camps in Los Angeles — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Los Angeles?
California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Los Angeles is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Los Angeles provide lunch?
California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Los Angeles does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Los Angeles compare to other stem camps in Los Angeles?
California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) - UC Los Angeles is one of 24 stem camps in Los Angeles that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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