Cybersecurity Summer Camp 2026
Registration is now closed for the 2026 Summer Camp.
Applications have been received. Notifications of acceptance will be sent by May 15, 2026.
Baylor University and McLennan Community College (MCC) are partnering to host a hands-on summer camp for high school students interested in exploring cybersecurity careers.
Why This Camp
Every time you check email, stream a video, or ride in a smart car, you're relying on networks that need protection. Cybersecurity professionals are the invisible heroes keeping our digital world safe—and the world desperately needs more of them. With over 42,000 job openings in Texas alone and 3.5 million unfilled positions worldwide, Texas leads the nation in cybersecurity job growth potential.
What to Expect
Over five action-packed days, you'll dive into hands-on cybersecurity exercises, hear from industry professionals, and learn from Baylor University and McLennan Community College faculty. The week culminates in an epic competition where you'll put your new skills to the test. No experience necessary.
Camp Details
Dates: June 22, 2026 - June 26, 2026
Location: Baylor Research and Innovation Collaborative (BRIC)
100 Research Parkway, Waco, TX 76704
Who Can Attend: High school students completing grades 8-12 by Spring 2026
Cost: Free – all materials provided
