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Natural Sciences Camp 2026

Sunday, July 19, 2026 at 9:30 AM until Monday, July 20, 2026 at 3:00 PMEastern Daylight Time UTC -04:00

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Juniata College
1700 Moore St
Huntingdon, PA 16652
United States

Our Natural Sciences Camp is an overnight experience designed to introduce rising seniors (Class of 2027) and juniors (Class of 2028) to Juniata's Natural Science departments - specifically biology, chemistry, engineering, and physics.

Students will participate in hands-on lab activities in biology, chemistry, engineering, and astronomy, and stay overnight on Juniata's campus!

Each student and their family/supporters will also participate in the First Look on Monday, July 20 and be introduced to Juniata's broader campus community and application and financial aid processes.

*Participants will be automatically registered for the corresponding First Look event when registering for the Natural Science Camp.

Camp Schedule:
Sunday, July 19
9:30-10:00 a.m. - Camp Check-in
10:15-10:45 a.m. - Introductory activities
10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Chemistry Lab
12:05-12:40 p.m. - Picnic Lunch
12:50-2:05 p.m. - Biology Lab
2:10-3:25 p.m. - Engineering Lab
4:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Dinner and evening activities at Raystown Field Station
9:00 - 10:30 p.m. - Observatory activity (weather permitting)
10:30 p.m. - Overnight stay on Juniata's campus

Monday, July 20:
9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
10:00 a.m. - First Look Check-in and Parent meet-up
10:45 a.m. - 2:40 p.m. - First Look

Student Biographical Information

Student's Given First Name

Student's Preferred Name (if different than above)

*Preferred name will be used for nametags and itineraries.

Student's Last Name

Student's Suffix (i.e. John Smith Jr.)

Student's Pronouns

Student's Birthdate

Student's Contact Information

Student's Email Address

Student's Cell Phone Number

Mailing Address (Please include apartment number if applicable)

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Student's Academic Information

Will you be applying to college as a First Year or Transfer applicant?

First Year

Transfer

Term you will begin college

High School

College or University

Select your primary area of study

If you wish, select another primary area of study

Student's Interests

Are you interested in participating in Division II Varsity Athletics at Juniata?

Yes

Which sport?

If more than one sport, please indicate so below:

Are you interested in musical opportunities at Juniata?

Yes

Indicate your musical interests:

Both Vocal and Instrumental

Instrumental Only

Vocal Only

Are you interested in learning more about Mock Trial at Juniata?

Yes

Guest Details & Contact Information

Please indicate the number of Guests who will attend with you (the student).

Parent/Guardian Email Address

Parent/Guardian Cell Phone Number

Accessibility & Dietary Information for First Look

As guests explore our campus, it will include stairs and small hills. The tour length will vary by group size, but typically requires one hour of walking.
Please share your accessibility needs (if any).

None

Please provide a wheelchair

Student or guest will provide and utilize their own wheelchair

Additional Accommodations Requested:

Do you or your accompanying guest(s) have special dietary needs?
If yes, please describe below and specify for which attendee.

Comments:

Camp Details

Do you have allergies to any medications, substances (e.g. latex), or animals, etc.?

Yes

If yes, please list all and describe below:

The Natural Sciences Camp activities and overnight experience are for students only. Guests of students will participate in the corresponding First Look event with their student.
*Camp participants will be automatically registered for the corresponding First Look.

I understand and agree to the timeline outlined in the description above.

Juniata College requires the following documentation from students for an overnight on campus:

Completed Overnight Liability and Release form
Please print & complete the form entirely. You will not be permitted to stay overnight without returning this form signed by a parent or guardian.
Additionally, we ask that you bring the original with you to campus.

Please upload your completed Overnight Liability and Release form below.

We are excited to have you join us for the Natural Sciences Camp! Please submit your non-refundable camp fee of $50.00 to complete your registration.

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