Curious what IT can do for you?
ITS Exploration Summer Camp June 23-27, 2025
The ITS Exploration Camp gives high school students a sneak peek into how the UT Dallas Naveen Jindal School of Management breaks down the complexities of IT systems into modules that make sense, come together in a cohesive way and introduce IT’s many career possibilities. Our experienced faculty help students carve a niche for themselves in the field of IT. Coupled with an exuberant campus and a waterfall of opportunities, the Jindal School is leading future generations with the ITS program.
If you have any questions, please email: itsacademy@utdallas.edu
Page Contents
Camp Overview
Exploration
Field Trips and Activities
Previous Industry Visits:
- State Farm
- Texas Instruments
- NetScout
You will go on one corporate site visit to learn more about what companies are doing with IT. You also will experience the traditional college life by touring the dorms, activity center and other fun on-campus places that UT Dallas students use.
Dawn Owens, PhD
Clinical Associate Professor, Information Systems, Associate Dean, Undergraduate Programs, Undergraduate Programs
I’m thrilled about the opportunities emerging in this expanding field, and the next generation has incredible potential to contribute. Reach out to us to learn more about our growing program and upcoming events.
Agenda and Arrival Information
Below is a sample agenda for the week. Events are subject to change.
| Time | Day 1 Monday | Day 2 Tuesday | Day 3 Wednesday | Day 4 Thursday | Day 5 Friday | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM | Sign in | Sign in | Sign in | Sign in | Sign in | ||||||
| 9:00 AM | Drop off and Registration | Field Trip | Panel Discussion with Current Students | Session 4 | Session 6 | ||||||
| 10:00 AM | Drop off and Registration | Field Trip | Panel Discussion with Current Students | Session 4 | Session 6 | ||||||
| 11:00 AM | Opening Ceremonies | Field Trip | Explore UTD | Session 4 | Session 6 | ||||||
| 12:00 PM | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | ||||||
| 1:00 PM | Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 | Session 5 | Student Showcase | ||||||
| 2:00 PM | Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 | Session 5 | Kahoot Game Competition | ||||||
| 3:00 PM | Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 | Session 5 | Kahoot Game Competition | ||||||
| 4:00 PM | Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 | Session 5 | Closing Ceremonies | ||||||
| 5:00 PM | Sign out | Sign out | Sign out | Sign out | Sign out |
Cost and Payment
Registration for this event is $395. Your registration fee covers meals and snacks, T-shirt, gifts, and materials used.
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancellation before 3 days prior to the event: If you need to cancel your enrollment any time before 3 days prior to the start of the camp, a partial refund will be provided. A fee of $105 will be forfeited from the total tuition paid, and the remaining amount will be refunded to you.
- Cancellation within 3 days of the event: If you cancel your enrollment within 3 days before the event begins, no refund will be issued. 100% of the tuition paid will be forfeited.
- Notification of cancellation: In order to initiate the cancellation process, please notify us by email as soon as possible. A cancellation is considered official only when you receive confirmation from us.
Location
The ITS Exploration Camp is held at the University of Texas at Dallas, Jindal School of Management.
UT Dallas
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Naveen Jindal School of Management
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Did you know? Our BS Computer Information Systems and Technology (CISTech) program is a STEM designated degree program.
Memories
Testimonials
The field trips and the Arduino boards were my favorite. I learned that there is a lot more to ITS than I had thought, and that there are so many opportunities for the STEM fields.
My favorite part was learning about security systems and the different ways to encrypt information. I learned a lot more about what people in ITS do and what it’s like to be in ITS jobs.
My favorite part of the camp was when we learned about how hacking works!
I expected this camp to be fun and it has been more fun than I expected!
I enjoyed learning about IT opportunities and password cracking.
I liked that we learned multiple things throughout camp, instead of focusing on one aspect of IT. I also enjoyed hanging out with the other students and our camp counselors who were IT students.
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