Our college tour camps offers an extraordinary opportunity for campers aged 12-17 to explore college campuses and enjoy exciting adventures with camp friends in either the northeastern or western regions of the United States. Participants will embark on guided tours of prestigious colleges and universities, immersing themselves in campus life, extracurricular activities, and the excitement of summer on either the East or West coast. Alongside these educational experiences, campers will engage in the S.O.A.R. writing program, designed to cultivate Strategic Originality with Analytical Reasoning. They will also participate in a diverse range of enjoyable and culturally enriching activities, capturing the essence of summer camp while traveling.
As an optional add on, campers may participate in our PEACE writing program: a comprehensive course designed to teach and prepare students for crafting stand out college application essays.
Our thoughtfully curated selection of schools ensure campers have the opportunity to explore diverse educational options and explore campus life. Campers get a taste of college life through immersive experiences such as official campus tours and extracurricular events, giving them a glimpse into the academic and social aspects of American higher education.
Summer camp adventures await, inviting campers to embrace the fun of the summer season while also exploring colleges and universities. From activities like hiking, swimming, exploring historical sites in Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., to touring some of the nation’s most prestigious universities, CTM campers are in for 2-weeks of non-stop fun and excitement. Campers will experience traditions that define Camp Thousand Miles, from campfires to opening and closing ceremonies, and the enduring friendships woven into every facet of the program.
With a staff-to-camper ratio capped at 1 to 7, Camp Thousand Miles places the utmost priority on your child’s well-being and safety. Our campers always travel in groups, ensuring safety throughout their journey. Our dedicated staff meticulously vet every aspect of the trip in advance, all with your camper’s best interests at heart.
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Columbia University- Home of the second most Nobel Prize-winning affiliates in the country
Dartmouth College- Alma-matter of Dr. Suess, Robert Frost and Nelson Rockefeller
Harvard- Oldest higher education institution in the United States
Princeton University- #1 rated National University from US News for 2025
Yale University- Alma-matter of Meryl Streep and George Bush
University of Pennsylvania- Renowned for its commitment to cutting-edge research and innovation
Georgetown University- Alma-matter of President Bill Clinton.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)- Rated#2 National University from US News for 2025
Amherst College- Home of the country’s first collegiate athletics program and the nation’s first undergraduate neuroscience program
Bates College- located near the coast of Southern Maine, Bates was founded in 1855 and was New Englands first co-ed college
Swarthmore College- Rated #3 liberal arts college in the nation for 2025 by US News and World Report
Wesleyan University- Alma-matter of Lin-Manual Miranda, author of Hamilton
Stanford University- Rated#4 National University from US News for 2025
UC Berkeley- Steve Wozniak, co-founder of Apple, graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
UCLA- UCLA has 16 Nobel Laureates and is considered the birthplace of the internet.
University of Southern California- USC has produced more Olympians, Olympic medalists, and Olympic gold medalists than any other university in the United States.
Caltech- 64 Caltech faculty and alumni have received a National Medal of Science and 90% of Caltech undergraduates participate in research
Claremont McKenna- Home to 11 research institutes and over 90% of students complete internships.
Pomona- Pomona College offers 69 study-abroad programs in 39 countries, and about half of students participate in an off-campus study program before graduating
Itineraries and trip details are subject to change
