Register for this 3-day, action-packed summer camp hosted by Washington State GEAR UP from June 23-25, 2026.* Students will explore their options for life after high school while experiencing college life on campus!
This experience helps you build lifelong skills for success in high school, college, and future careers! Invite your friends and connect with us as we dive into topics like:
college and career fit
college and career search
financial aid and budgeting
essay writing and goal setting
college application process and pathway planning
*Please use this site to register. Speak with your GEAR UP Coordinator if you have any registration issues or questions.
Agenda Quick Glance
TUEsday, JUNE 23
11:30 AM: Student Arrival + Check-in
12:00 PM: Lunch
1:00 PM: Opening Session
2:00 PM: Workshops
5:30 PM: Dinner
7:00 PM: Evening Activity
9:00 PM: Free time in residence hall
10:00 PM: Curfew/Room Checks
WEDNEsday, JUNE 24
7:30 AM: Breakfast
8:30 AM: Morning Energizer
9:00 AM: Workshops
12:00 PM: Lunch
1:00 PM: Campus Bookstore + College Connection (Tour)
2:30 PM: Workshops
5:30 PM: Dinner
7:00 PM: Evening Activity
9:00 PM: Free time in residence hall
10:00 PM: Curfew/Room Checks
Thursday, JUNE 25
7:30 AM: Breakfast
8:30 AM: Morning Energizer
9:00 AM: Presentation Prep
10:30 AM: Presentations
11:30 AM: Graduation + Evaluations
12:30 PM: Depart with boxed lunch
Registration + Informational links:
*Please Note: School staff will need to input all information captured on paper registration via the online registration link once complete.
THIS Camp will be hosted on CAMPUS AT:
Central Washington University
Frequently Asked Questions
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This interactive experience is an opportunity for students to enhance lifelong employability skills and attitudes for future success in both college and the working world.
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GEAR UP staff will transport students to and from the summer camp. GEAR UP staff members are district employees of the school your student attends.
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Students are staying on campus and will be assigned a roommate. All students must be in their rooms between the hours of 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM. Overnight security is on duty during the overnight hours.
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A suggested packing list will be provided once registration is complete, but students should plan to dress accordingly for an indoor/outdoor camp. Casual and comfortable clothing is appropriate, and all attendees will receive a t-shirt to be worn on day two of camp!