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    Summer at Carroll Program

    Purposeful Learning. Hands-On Experience.

    Earn two college credits
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    Carroll University

    Summer at Carroll

    This summer, learn like a college student. Choose a hands-on bootcamp in drone engineering, or entrepreneurship and leadership, and earn two college credits. Experience what it's like to study, collaborate and grow at the college level.

    Explore the tracks

    Live on campus
    Hands-on learning
    Explore Milwaukee
    HousingFrontier Hall
    LocationWaukesha + Milwaukee, Wisconsin
    Cultural experienceIndependence Day (4th of July)
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    Choose your bootcamp track

    Drone Engineering Bootcamp Track

    Learn to build, program, and fly drones like a real engineer.

    In this bootcamp, students explore drone technology, flight safety, aerial photography, and mapping. You'll build and test drones, work with sensors and 3D models, and create real projects using industry tools. By the end, you'll understand how drones are used in engineering, media, and data science, and you'll fly with confidence.

    • Drone technology and flight safety
    • Aerial photography and mapping
    • Hands-on building and testing
    • Real projects using industry tools

    Entrepreneurship & Leadership Bootcamp Track

    Turn your ideas into action. Lead with confidence. Think like an entrepreneur.

    This track helps students develop creative problem-solving, teamwork, and leadership skills. You'll learn how to pitch ideas, build innovative solutions, and work in teams just like business leaders and startup founders. Perfect for students who want to make an impact and explore what it takes to lead in a global world.

    • Creative problem-solving and teamwork
    • Pitching and presenting ideas
    • Building innovative solutions
    • Leadership practice in a team setting

    More than a Classroom: Life at Carroll University

    Interested in getting a more traditional college experience? Consider participating in the full residential experience. Students live on campus in a modern, apartment-style residence hall and experience life at Carroll University. Outside the classroom, you'll explore the Waukesha and Milwaukee area and take part in a Fourth of July celebration.

    Optional residential experience available

    Program Details

    Priority Application Deadline: May 15
    Apply by April 15 and get a Carroll University swag bag
    DatesJune 25 to July 8
    CostDay camp: $500
    Residential: $2,500
    Applyapply.carrollu.edu/portal/CUSummer
    Contact Jessica Boll
    summer@carrollu.edu
    262.524.7214

    Frequently asked questions

    Who can participate in Summer at Carroll?+

    Students from around the world who want to learn, connect, and explore innovation.

    If you’re interested in Drones, Entrepreneurship & Leadership, or international friendships, you’ll fit right in.

    What does the cost include?+

    Track instruction, on-campus housing (If applicable), meals, and transportation for scheduled program activities.

    Travel insurance and flights are not included (if applicable)

    Where will students live, and what is housing like?+

    Students live on campus. You’ll receive exact housing details in your pre-arrival information.

    You can preview housing here: Frontier Hall

    What’s the difference between the two tracks?+

    Drone Engineering: build, program, and explore flight applications.

    Entrepreneurship & Leadership: pitch ideas, collaborate, and practice leadership.

    How do scheduled activities and transportation work?+

    Carroll provides group transportation for scheduled off-campus activities. You’ll get a simple schedule before arrival.