About HSI

Scholars from all over the state of Wyoming come together on the University of Wyoming campus for 3 weeks to experience college life. Students will take college classes, stay in the dorms, participate in community service, and attend events both on and off campus. Our goal is to provide a self-discovery atmosphere for a variety of scholars who would relish a challenge or may need a little push to be challenged.  The array of activities that scholars participate in are designed to push the limits of the student as a whole, and help each individual learn more about themselves as they move into their junior year.

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History

HSI has been around since 1985. During those years the heart of the program has remained the same with some minor changes to activities we do.

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Staff

Meet our HSI staff who work on the program throughout the year.

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Each student is enrolled in two college style classes: a Physical and Natural World class, and a Human Culture class, as well as fun activities in the evening. Over the course of the three weeks, scholars will attend these classes 4 times a week, without the pressure of grades.  The focus in these classes is centered around learning, rather than around tests and homework. Previous classes have included:

  • Robotics! Intro to Engineering and Computer Science
  • Acting and Creating Believable Characters
  • Wyoming Energy 4 You!
  • Criminal Justice: A Discussion of Crime and Punishment in Wyoming
  • C. in DC: What Comic Books and Super Hero Movies Can Show Us About Politics
  • DNA in Society

In addition to classes, students will have plenty of time to participate in activities like dodgeball tournaments, guest speakers, workshops, and field trips. Scholars will become familiar with the UW campus by living in the dorms, eating in the Washakie Dining hall, utilizing Half Acre Gym, Coe Library, and the Union. HSI aims to encapsulate a college-like experience to give scholars a jump start in life.

We hire a qualified HSI team to oversee life in the dorms and activities on and off campus. Students will also interact with University professors during their classes, and have the opportunity to meet previous HSI alumni during their stay.

The program aims to provide not only a fun and enriching experience, but also connections to help scholars advance later in life.

 

Please note that this video has information for HSI 2025. HSI 2026 will have different dates and potentially a different cost amount. Updated information will be provided in early fall 2025.

 

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Pieces of HSI

HSI is designed to give students a sample of what college can be like. Students will take college-like courses, live in the dorms and eat at our dining hall, meet new people from across the state, and participate in fun camp activities.

College Readiness

Experience what UW has to offer as a college student over three weeks - use our gym, explore campus, learn about available resources on campus, and so much more.

College-Like Courses You Pick

Sample college-like courses without the pressure of grades or exams. 

 Courses do not count towards college credit.

Friendships

Get to know other like minted students from across the state of Wyoming.

Excursions

Explore Laramie, Fort Collins, and beyond with classes as well as camp field trips.

Dorm Life

Live in UW's dorms for camp with a roommate and be better prepared as a freshman at UW.

Open to Wyoming Sophomores

Apply in your sophomore year of high school. Camp occurs the summer between your sophomore and junior year