Horizons
Program Objectives
The Horizons program believes that the adolescent years are very crucial in a person's development. While children show aptitude in science, engineering, and mathematics, not all choose to pursue careers in these areas. We're hoping that encouragement at this pivotal age may make the difference.
Attending the Horizons Program Clarkson University will:
Help students realize that the knowledge of STEAM is important to their future
Enhance problem-solving, reasoning, and critical-thinking skills
Promote self-awareness, leadership, and team-building skills
Application and Tuition Information for 2025
Applications for 2025 are due by Monday, March 31st, 2025. Application review will happen Tuesday, April 1st, 2025 through Tuesday, April 15th, 2025. Application decisions will begin to go out on Tuesday, April 15th, 2025.
Guidance counselors and teachers will not need to nominate Horizons I students, however registration links will be sent to guidance counselors and teachers to forward to their students.
Wait-listed applicants who move to acceptance status will be notified starting soon after the close of registration. Full tuition is required by May 15th (if self-paying).
As all eligible students will need to register for their preferred program session, if schools intend to pay for a specific student to participate, arrangements must be made in advance. Students will be asked for the contact information of the person that will be paying the tuition fee on their registration.
If you are accepted into the Horizons Program, forms are required before the start of camp, including the Code of Conduct and Media Permission and Release Form. These forms are part of your application.
If you are self-paying: The payment link will be provided to you in your confirmation email. Tuition payments are due by May 15th.
If schools or BOCES is paying: If schools or BOCES intend to pay for a specific student to participate, arrangements must be made in advance. Students will be asked for the contact information of the person that will be paying the tuition fee on their registration.
Horizons Program Sample Course Offerings & Eligibility Requirements
Sample Course Offerings
- User Experience
- Mathematics
- Environmental Science
- Water Science
- Nature Science
- Hands on lab and fieldwork
- Personal Enrichment
- Creative Arts
- Team Building and Leadership
Requirements
- Students going into 7th & 8th grade
- Available to all regardless of gender or gender identity
- Interest in science, technology, engineering, arts & math
Sample Course Offerings
- Computer Science (Coding)
- Mathematics
- General Engineering
- Personal Enrichment
- Team-building and Leadership
Requirements
- Students going into 9th & 10th grade
- Preferred Qualification: completed Horizons I OR a similar STEAM-based program
- Available to all regardless of gender or gender identity
- Interest in science, technology, engineering, arts & math
Sample Course Offerings
- Research and fieldwork experiences
- College 101 (Admissions and Financial Aid)
- Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- Resume Workshop
- Goal Setting and Negotiation Workshops
- Personal Enrichment
- STEAM Art Projects
- Team-building and Leadership
Requirements
- Students going into 11th & 12th grade
- Preferred Qualification: completed Horizons I and II OR a similar STEAM-based program
- Available to all regardless of gender or gender identity
- Interest in science, technology, engineering, arts & math
Sample Responsibilities
- Assist PAs and Horizons staff to plan and oversee activities for campers
- Plan and lead age-appropriate activities, games, and crafts
- Ensure the safety and enjoyment of campers
- Assist with Team-building and Leadership
- Serve as a positive role model
Requirements
- Must be 16 or older
- Students going into 12th grade or college
- Must have completed Horizons I, II, and III
- Available from 8 am – 5 pm
- Interest in science, technology, engineering, arts & math
- This is a paid role
Please send an email of interest to Horizons@clarkson.edu