CSHL DNA Learning Center - DNALC NYC Science Camps camp guide

CSHL DNA Learning Center - DNALC NYC Science Camps

Hands-on laboratory science: DNA, enzymes, genetics, forensics and advanced bioinformatics.

Entering grades 6–12; course prerequisites apply

Earlier-year details below are a planning reference, not confirmed information for the coming summer. Dates, prices and age ranges may change. We’ll update this guide as new information is published. Check the camp’s current details and available places before booking.

Location

City Tech, 62 Tillary Street, Brooklyn; entrance near Adams Street.

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2026 schedule & tuition

Weekly offerings June 29–September 4. Introductory courses $600/week; advanced $700/week. Two-week STARS research is scholarship-based.

Transport & eligibility

Family arranges transportation. Grade restrictions are enforced; exceptional academic ability does not waive them.

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More practical details

Starting point

Fun with DNA: entering 6–7. Enzymes: grade 8 or Fun alumni entering 7. Green Genes: grade 9 or Enzymes alumni entering 8. Forensics: 9–10.

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Advanced courses

DNA Science/Barcoding: 10–12. Other advanced courses require prior DNALC study, AP Biology or comparable experience; check the individual course.

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Short Fridays

Typical introductory course: Mon–Thu 9:30am–2:30pm, Friday parent session 9:30–11am. Advanced: Mon–Thu until 4pm, Friday until 2pm. Holiday-week exceptions apply.

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Food & equipment

Bring nut-free lunch; food unavailable to purchase. Wear closed-toe shoes. Workbooks and supplies provided.

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Payment & aid

Credit cards incur 2.5% processing fee. Need-based aid requires documentation and school recommendation. Eligible CUNY employees receive 20% off their children’s Brooklyn tuition.

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Cancellation policy

Written notice at least three weeks before start required for refund. Illness exception requires a doctor’s note before that camp week ends; no partial missed-day refunds.

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Sources and last checked

Last checked 2026-09-23.

2026 Brooklyn course prerequisites, schedule and tuition

2026 reference details · 2027 details not yet verified · 2026 entering-grade/course prerequisites; chronological ages not substituted

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