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2025 Hands-On Science Registration
Hands-On Science June 18–19, 2025 |
Register on or before May 18, 2025 |
Register May 19, 2025 or later |
Attendee |
$155 |
$175 |
Registration includes day camp activities, lunch, and snack each day.
Students will have the opportunity to attend 4 workshops (2 each day) based on the group selected during registration. Group assignments are made on a first-come, first-serve basis. UW-La Crosse reserves the right to make course substitutions as necessary and will do our best to assign students to their selected groups.
Youth Health Form:
Required for participation
To ensure the health and safety of all children, each child must submit a health form prior to the event.
- Health forms are available online
- Submit your student's form at least 2 weeks prior to the event start date
- Students who do not submit a form will not be allowed to participate
Submit one of the following with your scholarship application:
- 300-word letter explaining why the student wishes to attend the selected program
- Student's current grade report showing good academic standing
- School representative letter supporting the student's motivation/rationale for selection as a scholarship recipient
Summer youth program scholarships
Youth scholarships—generously provided by Xcel Energy and other donors—are available for students attending summer youth programs at UW-La Crosse (UWL) through Graduate & Extended Learning. These programs provide young students with hands-on learning experiences in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics), art, and culinary skills.
UWL Graduate & Extended Learning scholarship information:
- Apply early as funds are limited
- Application opens February 1, 2025
- Awarded on a first-come, first-served basis
- Decisions will be sent via email 5 business days after receipt
Thanks to Excel Energy for their generous support of Graduate & Extended Learning youth program scholarships.

Support Graduate & Extended Learning Youth Programs
Cancellation policy
Substitutions welcome. Full refund less $30 processing fee two weeks prior to event, no refunds thereafter. Cancellations must be submitted in writing to ex@uwlax.edu.
Privacy Policy
Registration implies permission for photos, publicity and inclusion in a participant list, unless UWL Extended Learning is notified in writing prior to the program at ex@uwlax.edu.
Insurance:
Participants are encouraged to have their own health insurance as limited accident insurance is provided by UW-La Crosse.
Questions
For questions or additional information contact 608.785.6500 or ex@uwlax.edu.