Find the Future Through Saint Mary’s Summer Programs!
Whether exploring career paths, strengthening musical skills, or developing better tools to engage with the world around them, high school students connect deeply with the ideas and interests that matter most to them through Saint Mary’s summer programs. Students prepare for the future through these supported, on-campus sessions that provide experiential opportunities to build confidence and learn more about themselves. The complete listing of programs for high school students is available below.
Business and Marketing Summer Institute
Residential program for girls entering grades 9-12 as of September 2026
More summer 2026 information coming soon!
Spark your marketing mind and earn college credit! This week-long residential summer program will help students understand the latest marketing tools and techniques. Students will learn important concepts for building a marketing plan in a digital universe, creating a brand, and developing engaging content from Saint Mary's College faculty.
Fine Arts Camp
Dates: July 19-24
More summer 2026 information coming soon!
Professionally-trained instructors guide campers in art exploration, storytelling, dance, music, and theatre. Fine Arts Camp focuses on educating young girls and developing their communication, critical, and analytical thinking skills. At the end of the week, campers present their work in a Performing Arts Forum on the Saint Mary’s College stage.
Fischoff Chamber Music Summer Intensive
More summer 2026 information coming soon!
Fischoff National Chamber Music Association and Saint Mary’s College present a summer chamber music program to support young musicians as they dive deeply into the world of chamber music. Pre-college musicians will work closely with Fischoff’s quartet-in-residence and professional musicians in a variety of settings such as ensemble coaching sessions, masterclasses, workshops, and community outreach events.
Forensic Science Summer Institute
Residential program for girls entering grades 9-12 as of September 2026
Dates: Week 1 | July 12-17
Dates: Week 2 | July 19-24
More summer 2026 information coming soon!
On the first day, participants arrive at a staged murder scene. Teams of investigators will gather physical evidence, such as fingerprints, fiber, and hair samples, in their quest to find the murderer. The teams solve the mystery by interviewing culprits and applying biology, chemistry, mathematics, and deductive reasoning.
Healthcare Summer Institute
Residential program for girls entering grades 9-12 as of September 2026
Dates: Week 1 | July 12-17
Dates: Week 2 | July 19-24
More summer 2026 information coming soon!
This six-day residential summer program is designed for girls interested in understanding what it means to have a career in the health sciences. Saint Mary’s College faculty will lead participants in our newly renovated Center for Integrated Healthcare Education, providing a best-in-class, high-tech atmosphere for learning and engagement in many healthcare disciplines.
Intermediate/Advanced Tennis Camp
For girls entering grades 9-12 as of September 2026
Summer 2026 information coming soon!
Tennis participants will focus on fine-tuning and improving groundstrokes, serves, returns, volleys, and other specialty shots. Instruction on advanced shots as well as strategy and tactics used in both doubles and singles will be taught through competitive situations and point play.
Intermediate/Advanced Volleyball Camp
For girls entering grades 9-12 as of September 2026
Summer 2026 information coming soon!
Volleyball participants will focus on fine-tuning their serving, passing, setting, and attacking skills. Participants will be appropriately challenged and receive instruction on defensive and offensive systems of play while learning strategy and tactics taught through competitive situations and scrimmages.
South Bend Youth Symphony Orchestra Summer Camp
Summer 2026 information coming soon! For students ages 12-22
The South Bend Youth Symphony Orchestra (SBYSO) and Saint Mary's College present a summer camp designed for musicians ages 12-22, seeking a fun and enriching opportunity to make great music with like-minded students. Enjoy recreational activities between rehearsals on the lively Saint Mary's College campus.
Sustainable Living Summer Institute
Residential program for girls entering grades 9-12 as of September 2026
Summer 2026 information coming soon!
Change the world! This new summer program provides hands-on experience at the Saint Mary’s College Sustainable Farm on campus. Participants will learn about the environment and real-world applications of sustainable practices. Imagine the next generation knowing the next steps towards a greener future before us. Saint Mary's environmental studies professors are masters in botany, biology, and bees and will guide participants through the week!