By week’s end, campers will have a better understanding of themselves, their future career interests, and how education can support their career dreams.

Dates

July 13-17, 2025

(5 days/4 nights)   
 

*Registration will open in February

Tentative Camp Schedule coming soon!

Cost

This grant-funded camp is free of charge! All activities, meals, and lodging during the event are provided, including four nights in Northern’s Great Plains East Residence Hall. 

This opportunity is funded with federal dollars provided to the South Dakota Department of Education through the American Rescue Plan.

Where

The Dakota Dreams camp will take place on the campus of Northern State University and include a day trip to Lake Area Technical College and industry tours in and around Aberdeen.  

NSU Campus Map  

Schedule

Campers will experience:

• Exposure to multiple career paths through hands-on learning
• A dynamic college experience on the campus of Northern State University
• A day trip to Lake Area Technical College
• Daily tours of area business and industry

Find more details at Dakota Dreams.

Tentative Camp Schedule

Dakota Dreams NSU Camp Packing List

Amenities and Support

• Campus dining facilities - all meals, snacks, and drinks included
• Bus transportation to and from off-campus field trip sites
• On-campus housing (four overnights) in Northern’s Great Plains East Residence Hall
• Resident assistants on call
• 24/7 counselor supervision
• Recreational and social activities

Eligibility and Application

https://ourdakotadreams.com/elementary-middle-school/career-exploration-summer-camps/ 
 

Campers will be notified of acceptance through the email address provided at registration.  

Questions?

For camper application questions, email careercamps@sdbor.edu.

For questions about Northern's camp, contact Jen Deutsch, Northern Academy Career Specialist, at jennifer.deutsch@northern.edu or 605-626-2484.