Is going to college the next step on your journey towards independence? Find out what it is like to be a student at the UMSL OIPE Succeed Program. Our weeklong camp allows neurodiverse individuals aged 17 years and older to simulate a week of academic and vocational workshops, and self-determination and social skills buidling activities.
Participants have the option to stay overnight on-campus or commute to and from camp. The typical camp day begins at 7 AM and ends at 10 PM.
Our June camp has concluded. The July camp will be held from July 15 - 19, 2024
Campers will engage in the following:
Other activities: Peer-led activities and sports and recreation at the UMSL Recreational & Wellness Center; vocational training and curriculum building; and a healthy relationship workshop.
Campers must be able to manage medications independently, navigate basic hygiene and self-care independently, and must be able to provide proof of intellectual or developmental disability.
Cost of week-long camp: $600
This video summarizes our weeklong camp experience and provides tips for first-time participants.
Camp scholarships and funding vouchers are offered annually to residents of St. Louis City, St. Charles County, and St. Louis City residents. Watch this video for details and learn about our camp application process.
