The UTSA Criminal Justice Summer Camp offers rising high school juniors and seniors a week-long, hands-on learning experience to discover what it’s like to be a criminal justice professional.
Participants share about their experiences at camp:
“The camp taught us what it is really like to be a police officer. A lot of their work involves serving the community.”
“I’m really glad I did the camp. Even if I decided to focus on another subject, there are still ways for me to apply it to a criminal justice career.”
“We went into a gun vault at the FBI building and saw so many guns and ballistic vests. It was amazing!”
“The Criminal Justice Camp was definitely an unforgettable experience. My daughter thought each day was interesting and the camp provided real world experiences and not just lecture.”
Highlights from 2019 Summer Camp. Click to see video.
2019 Criminal Justice Summer Camp photos
Meet new people and actually have an enjoyable learning experience. Meet Nicholas Stanley from Dallas, Texas. Nicholas shares what he loved the most about the UTSA Criminal Justice Summer Camp.
Campers learn a basic understanding of crime and justice as well as the roles of the police, courts and corrections from UTSA Criminal Justice faculty.
Unlike any other criminal justice summer program, our campers have the opportunity to tour the FBI facility, which is closed to the general public.
College of Public Policy faculty with years of experience in their chosen field instruct students on topics such as the criminal justice process, criminal law, and crime scene investigation.
Planned visits include the FBI Office, SAPD Headquarters, Bexar County Courthouse and Federal Courthouse.
Camp details and eligibility:
Eligible students: Rising high school juniors and seniors (entering a junior or senior status in the fall).
Participants must be 16 – 18 years of age at the time of the designated camp session.
Camp held during the summer for a week (Monday – Friday) from 9am-3pm each day.
Deadline to apply is May 1, 2020. Please note which camp date is your first choice and which is your second choice and if you are willing to attend either one based on availability as each camp is limited to 35 students.
How to send application:
Mail the completed application with payment to the following address:
Henry Meade, Criminal Justice Faculty & Camp Coordinator
