During the summer months, Belmont hosts a number of camps to serve elementary, middle and high school students. The camps are music, athletic and academic-based and are listed below.
- Athletic Summer Camps
- University You at Belmont University
- College of Science & Mathematics: Beetles, Bugs & Butterflies for Elementary Students
- College of Science & Mathematics: RISE Program for High School Students
- O'More College of Architecture & Design: Summer Studios for High School Students
- Watkins College of Art: Launch Teen Program for High School Students
- College of Music & Performing Arts: Music Summer Camps
- Belmont Academy Preparatory Piano Camp (ages 6-12)
- Belmont Summer Piano Invitational (grades 9-12)
- Belmont Summer Vocal Arts Intensive (grades 9-12)
- String Crossings (grades 9-12)
- Summer Winds Band Camp (grades 9-12)
- Belmont Guitar Camp (grades 9-12)
- Theatre Summer Camp (grades 9-12)
Belmont’s athletics teams host camps and clinics throughout the year, including summer, spring and winter camps. Currently, Belmont’s men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, men’s and women’s soccer, softball and volleyball programs offer both youth and team camps. Camps and clinics provide instruction for all levels of play and offer the unique opportunity to learn from some of the top collegiate coaches in the nation. Camp participants also get the chance to experience Belmont’s exceptional athletics facilities.
Belmont Biology professor Dr. Steve Murphree encourages school-aged children to explore the world of insects at Beetles, Bugs and Butterflies summer day camps. The 2 or 3 hours/day camps will introduce children to the biology of insects and other arthropods. Short field trips for collecting and observing insects will be taken daily. Children are encouraged to bring in insects for discussion and materials such as collecting equipment, field guides and refreshments will be provided.
Class sizes will range from 10-24 students. All classes will meet on the Belmont University campus in the Janet Ayers Academic Center room 3081. Refreshments will be provided.
Participants in the Research Intensive Summer Experiences for High School Students Program will take a deep dive into data science, statistics, and original scientific research. These select students will enhance their abilities in critical thinking & reasoning, communication, and team based problem solving. Please note that many undergraduate programs and employers rank these soft skills as highly valuable.
All RISE-HS participants will be enrolled as Belmont students in an Elementary Statistics course for three hours of college credit.
The O’More Summer Studio program invites high school students will work alongside practicing professionals and engage in college-level instruction during one-week sessions focused on Fashion. The O’More Summer Program does not provide any college credits, official transcripts, housing, or meal plans, but we do provide a letter of completion upon request. Each week will also end with a celebratory reception showcasing the talents of the students, and an opportunity for family and friends to meet the faculty who love sharing the gift of design with the youth.
The Watkins College of Art summer programs help high school students create portfolio ready work for college applications and scholarship consideration. Participants will engage in college-level instruction from our incredible teaching staff of artists and designers, reflecting the rigor and atmosphere of our university programs. Participants have the choice to mix and match classes in Painting, Drawing, Digital Illustration, Photography, Mixed Media, Fiber Arts and 3D Arts.
Belmont University offers a variety of summer program opportunities for young musicians. Learn more by visiting any one of our summer program pages: