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June 23-27, 2025

Cedarville University's GenCyber camp will equip and inspire the next generation of cybersecurity superheroes!  

At GenCyber Camp, you’ll explore the field of cybersecurity through interactive, hands-on activities and discussions. You’ll experience engaging group activities, exceptional teaching, and hands-on laboratory exercises.  At the end of camp, you’ll have a good grasp of cybersecurity concepts, an overview of the cybersecurity career field and where you might fit in, and the basic skills you need to stay safe online.

GenCyber Camp is sponsored by the National Security Agenc. It is open to 24 students entering 12th grade (graduating class of 2026). Students will be selected from a review of applications. The focus of the camp is on beginners to cybersecurity, but advanced students are also welcome to apply. All students regardless of skill level will be challenged and will grow their cyber knowledge and skills.  

Cost and Registration Details

GenCyber Camp is sponsored by the National Security Agency, and there is no cost for campers, including all meals, housing, field trips, activities, supplies, and a camp shirt. Campers are responsible for transportation to and from Cedarville University.  

Students will be selected for GenCyber Camp by application. Accepted students will be notified from March to May and will be given a registration link to confirm their spot at camp. 

Check into residence halls between 3-5 p.m. on Monday. Camp concludes at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, unless indicated otherwise in the camp schedule. All campers must be picked up by 2:30 p.m. PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate any early arrivals/late departures for any camp students. Please adjust your schedule accordingly. 

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What to Bring

  • Great attitude
  • Excitement to learn
  • Desire to make new friends

and in your suitcase…

  • linens or sleeping bag for twin bed
  • pencil and notebook
  • umbrella
  • personal items
  • towels
  • comfortable clothes and shoes
  • pillow
  • money for snacks

What to Wear

Modest casual dress including blue jeans, shorts, and t-shirts are acceptable for camp activities. Shorts should be no shorter than halfway between the top of the knee and top of the thigh. Exposed midriff style shirts are not allowed.

For the industry tour, please bring nice casual clothing; for example, a polo shirt and khaki pants are acceptable.

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Cedarville University Airport Transportation

Cedarville University provides shuttle service from Dayton (DAY) and Columbus (CMH) airports to pick up Academic Camp students between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Monday. The shuttles will drop off Academic Camp students at Dayton and Columbus airports on Friday after 3 p.m. Please check your camp schedule and note the check out time before you schedule a return flight. If your camp checks out at noon or later, you will want to schedule a return flight for 5:30 p.m. or later, otherwise they may miss out on scheduled activities.

For a shuttle service to Dayton, there is a $45 round-trip charge. For shuttle service to Columbus, there is an $80 round-trip charge.

PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate any early arrival and early/late departure for any camp students. Please adjust your schedule accordingly.

Please click here to schedule and pay for airport transportation. This must be completed by your camp registration deadline.