Develop Your Skills at the NJCU STEAM Academy

Since 1997, the award-winning Proyecto Science summer enrichment program at New Jersey City University has unlocked students’ curiosity and strengthened their skills across science, technology, engineering and math. Directed by STEAM educator, Dr. Samantha Kozar, and housed within the Office of Graduate Studies, Adult and Continuing Education led by Dr. Wanda Rutledge, the former Proyecto Science Summer Program is now officially the NJCU STEAM Academy---an intensive 5-week program that welcomes high-achieving 7th graders through 11th graders for an immersive on-campus experience.

Through hands-on labs, innovative projects and pre-college-level coursework, students grow their capabilities in biology, chemistry, physics, algebra, calculus, computer science and more while forming friendships that can last a lifetime. Generous support from partners like Bloomberg Philanthropies and Novartis Pharmaceuticals helps make this enrichment opportunity possible.

Passionate NJCU students and alumni work closely with participants as teachers and mentors. The program culminates in a Capstone presentation where students showcase their academic growth and newly expanded visions for college and future careers.  

The 2025 NJCU STEAM Academy runs June 30-July 30, 2025. 

NJCU STEAM Academy

Office locations:

New Jersey City University
Science Building S108B
2039 Kennedy Blvd.
Jersey City, NJ 07305

Mailing address:

New Jersey City University
NJCU STEAM ACADEMY
Science Building S450K
2039 Kennedy Blvd.
Jersey City, NJ 07305

Email: steamacademy@njcu.edu
Phone: (201)-200-2307
Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 1:00 pm