Twice-Exceptional Summer Academy

The Twice-Exceptional Summer Academies will be two-day semi-residential experiences that focus on a variety of topics to help prepare students for success in college and a separate schedule covering relevant information for parents/guardians. In addition to sessions, the camp will include team building and social activities. A parent or guardian MUST be able to attend for the entire camp.

About the Program

Program Dates:

  • On-Campus
  • Session 1 (STEM focus): June 16 and June 17, 2025
  • Session 2 (College Readiness): June 30 and July 1, 2025
  • Session 3 (Fine Arts): July 21 and July 22, 2025

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How to Apply

Application Process

All application materials must be submitted online. The Summer Academies are for students who would have recently completed grades 9, 10, or 11 to apply.

Here’s how to apply: 

  • Click on the "Apply Now" button found on the website.
  • The essay questions should be limited to a maximum 300 words.
  • The Belin-Blank Center will contact individuals regarding acceptance no later than two weeks prior to the beginning of the program.

Selection

Faculty and staff from the University of Iowa will evaluate completed applications.

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STEM Research Focus

Grades 9-11

June 16 - June 17, 2025

The Twice-Exceptional Summer Academy (Session 1: June 16 and 17) will be focused on university level research in STEM fields. With their Summer Academy cohort students will be provided time to interact with other twice-exceptional students through pre-planned social activities.  

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College Readiness

Grades 9-11

June 30 - July 01, 2025

The Twice-Exceptional Summer Academy (Session 2: June 30th and July 1st) will be a survey of topics relevant to twice-exceptional high school students. Key topics include personal strengths, career planning, self-advocacy, self-care, conflict management, and stress management. With their Summer Academy cohort, students will be provided time to interact with other twice-exceptional students through pre-planned social activities. Session 2 culminates with an engaging field experience at a University of Iowa lab or studio.  

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Expression Through the Arts

Grades 9-11

July 21 - July 22, 2025

The Twice-Exceptional Summer Academy (Session 3: July 21-22) will be a survey of fine arts topics relevant to twice-exceptional high school students. Key topics include improv, poetry, dance, and stress management. With their Summer Academy cohort students will be provided time to interact with other twice-exceptional students through pre-planned social activities. Session 3 culminates with an improv performance on the University of Iowa Campus.

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After You're Accepted

You can look forward to a fun and enriching summer! Here you can find answers to all the pressing questions you may have while making your plans to join us.

Cost & Financial Aid

On-Campus Cost

The fee for the Summer Academy for Twice-Exceptionality is $200. This covers all program sessions (students and adults), materials, snacks for students, lunches for students, evening social, admission to all regularly scheduled activities, and the student t-shirt.

The program fee does not include transportation to and from the University of Iowa, hotel accommodations, or incidental expenses, such as souvenirs. 

Financial Aid

The Belin-Blank center does NOT want cost to be a barrier for our programming. Please contact the Belin-Blank Center to discuss the possibility of scholarships.

Cancellation Policy

If you must cancel, email 2e-academy@belinblank.org as soon as possible to decline your acceptance, so a student on the waiting list may attend.

There is a $25 cancellation fee. Cancellations within two weeks of the camp cannot be refunded.

Where to Stay

Families and students will stay together. We are able to get a deal at The Graduate in downtown Iowa City, a short walk from campus. However, students and families can find their own accommodations anywhere they prefer. 

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