Explore. Learn. Connect.
As the premier Health Sciences Camp in Idaho, we offer participants the opportunity to explore various healthcare professions, meet and connect with like-minded students and learn through hands-on experience from faculty in academic programs. Our 3-day long camp is designed only for incoming high school juniors and seniors of the 2026-27 academic year who are interested in pursuing careers in the healthcare field. Join us to engage, learn and immerse yourself in the diverse array of health science pathways alongside a supportive cohort of peers, led by Boise State Health Sciences staff and students.
Dates and Cost:
Dates: June 16-18, 2026
Cost: $395
Registration opens this Friday, January 16, 7am MST.
As part of the program, students will have the opportunity to:
Connect with:
- Fellow high school students who share an interest in pursuing careers in the healthcare field.
- Boise State faculty members with expertise in areas related to human health.
- Current Boise State students who are actively pursuing careers in health care.
- Boise State health professions advisors who can provide guidance and support.
- Boise State University alumni currently enrolled in professional schools or working as health care professionals in various capacities.
Explore:
- A diverse range of professions focused on human health, including healthcare providers, kinesiology, public health professionals, and researchers in illness and disease.
- Academic programs dedicated to human health that equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for success in the healthcare industry.
- Strategies for navigating professional school applications and becoming a competitive applicant.
Experience:
- Living on campus in the university residence halls, providing a taste of the college experience.
- Engaging in hands-on activities that offer insight into various aspects of healthcare.
- Immersing themselves in campus life at Boise State University has to offer, including its resources and facilities.
What to expect:
Each day students will participate in experiential learning sessions with our Health Sciences programs, while being provided with meals, breaks and snacks. Our learning sessions will take place from 9am-3:30pm, with campus activities, recreation and free time planned late afternoon and after dinner. We will have ‘working lunches’ with career-oriented presentations from campus and community partners. Click the link for the camp general schedule. The finalized schedule is subject to change and will be provided the first day of camp.
Limited Capacity
Due to capacity, camp registration is limited to 50 students, with spots allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Completed application and full payment is required to secure your spot in the camp. We have a limited number of partial scholarships that will be awarded on a case-by-case basis. Please contact: cohs@boisestate.edu for more info.
Cancelation Policy
Prior to the start of the program, we pay for facility reservations, staffing, supplies, and equipment, therefore our cancellation and refund policy has been created with those expenses in mind. Full refunds are available until 30 days prior to the camp start date. Less than 30 days notice results in a 50% refund. Request for refund must be made by camp start date. No refunds or credits will be given for missed, sick, or suspended days.