Registration opens Monday, February 2, 2026

Peaks and Potentials camp allows fifth- to seventh-grade students to come to the MSU campus and explore special topics of interest with experts in various subject areas.

Instructors are MSU faculty members, students and experienced professionals from the area. University students and professionals act as directors and counselors throughout the week.

All workshops emphasize personal instruction, small group interaction and a "hands-on" experiential approach. In addition, academic, recreational and social activities offer students a chance to interact with their peers and sample campus life. Previous camp workshops have included ceramics, outdoor survial skills, engineering with legos, and much more!

Dates and Location

Dates: June 14-19, 2026
Cost: $559-$859
Grades: 5-7 (in Fall 2026)
Location: Montana State University, Bozeman
Registration opens: Mon, February 2

Costs

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Commuter

$559 Regular pick-up |8am to 3pm, Mon.- Fri.

Includes:


$659 Late pickup + dinner | 8am - 6pm, Mon. - Thurs, 8am - 4pm Fri.

Includes:
  • Workshop tuition
  • Group activities
  • Camp T-shirt
Two female campers with a female staff member

Resident

$859 6pm Sun. - 4pm Fri.

Includes:
  • Group activities
  • Camp T-shirt
  • 5x breakfasts and lunches, Mon. - Fri., and 4x dinners, Mon.- Thurs.

Interest List

When you add yourself to the interest list, you receive camp news and updates, including information about the opening of registration.

Add yourself to the interest list

Want to Be an Instructor?

Applications are now being accepted for instructors. Faculty, grad students and qualified professionals are welcome to apply. We aim to offer academically diverse courses for the participants—from anatomy to music, computer science, business, physics, chemistry and art. Presenters will be paid a workshop stipend and receive a supply allowance.

To apply, contact Kathleen Linder, Camp Director, at 406-836-2085 or kathleen.linder@montana.edu.

Want to Be a Sponsor?

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Sponsorships will be used to provide need-based scholarships for students. We want to ensure that all interested students have the opportunity to attend Peaks & Potentials Camp, regardless of their ability to pay.

Sponsor names and logos will be included on camp materials.

Peaks and Potentials Camp Sponsorship Form

Thank You to our 2025 Sponsors

Thanks to our 2025 Peaks and Potentials camp sponsors!

Bozeman Community Kiln

Martel Construction

For More Information

Continuing & Professional Education Program Manager
Academic Technology & Outreach
406-994-6633
justin.gibson3@montana.edu