Summer Lab enrollment is open to all students in the community and Lab students entering Nursery 3–Grade 8.
 
At Lab, learning is a year-round experience, which can, and should, take many forms. Summer Lab builds on over 70 years of summer programming at the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, bringing together the resources and faculty of the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools with exciting programs offered by experts from across the city. All of this takes place in and around an unparalleled university setting that enriches our summer fun in incomparable ways.

In an environment that focuses on kids, Summer Lab students and campers make new friends, learn new skills, connect, play, make art, explore the environment, perform, and much, much more. The programs are fun and like everything at Lab, they are designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence in each child. 
 
At Summer Lab, the love of learning never goes on vacation.

Join in the fun!

For help planning your day at Summer Lab, check out our catalog.

Registration window
February 15–April 30, 2024

A $200 non-refundable deposit per class is due at the time of registration. 

Payment due date
May 1
Outstanding balances will automatically be charged at this time to the credit card on file.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be received in writing no later than May 15 for a full refund minus the non-refundable fee. If a family has to cancel for any reason after May 15, no refund will be issued.

Summer Lab Scholarship

The Summer Lab Scholarship is open to eligible families that show a demonstrated financial need. If you need financial assistance, please submit a Summer Lab Scholarship application. Do not register for classes.

Summer Calendar

Full Session: June 17–July 26
Session I: June 17–June 28
Session II: July 1 - July 12
Session III: July 15–July 26
Closed June 19, July 3, and July 4 in observance of holidays