Exclusive Field Trips
The pre-college team plans exciting field trips throughout the summer that are exclusively for our Summer College – On Campus students. Cost of field trips are included in the overall Summer College – On Campus cost of attendance. Possible field trip destinations may include:
- Green Lakes State Park (Bring your swimsuit and hiking shoes!)
- Syracuse Mets Baseball
- Fair Haven State Park (Bring your swimsuit and hiking shoes!)
- Stone Quarry Hill Art Park
- Syracuse Arts and Crafts Festival
- Beaver Lake Nature Center (Bring your hiking shoes!)
On Campus Activities and Events
Syracuse University Campus Tours
Summer College – On Campus students! Syracuse University has a lot to offer and we’ve designed a tour that will help you learn more about us. Learn about applying to Syracuse University, academic opportunities, campus life, and the experience of being a full-time undergraduate student. Current students will be on hand, as well as an admissions representative who can answering your questions.
College Preparation Workshop
The college preparation workshops are designed to help students prepare for their college application processes. Students will have the opportunity to attend information sessions as well as connect with Syracuse University Admissions Representatives.
Barnes Center at The Arch
The staff at the Barnes Center at The Arch encourages you to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle throughout the summer, and will assist you in this effort. We hope that you will take advantage of the various facilities provided for you to make that effort to get-in or stay-in shape, be mindful, or simply enjoy recreation with your friends. The Barnes Center at The Arch offers a variety of resources and services to meet the unique needs of your health and wellness journey. Students have access to all Barnes Center facilities during regular summer hours. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m., Summer College students have exclusive access to the following Barnes Center facilities and activities:
- Indoor Rock Climbing
- Basketball Courts
- Volleyball
- Badminton
- Pickleball
- Esports
- MAC (Multipurpose Court)
- Roller skating (Tuesdays)
- Indoor Soccer (Thursdays)
- Bring your swimsuit! We hope to have access to the pool!
Residential Activities
The residential staff will coordinate events and activities in your residence hall and on campus. Floor events are also common. There is typically something happening every night! Events may include:
- Ice Cream Socials
- Talent Shows
- Paint Night
- Trivia Nights
- Tie Dye Nights
- Lawn Game Sundays
- Game Nights
- Mind Spa
Board games are also available for rental at the main desk. Some resident halls have gaming systems and may offer a foosball or a pool table and ping pong as well.
Additional Things to Do Off-Campus
Syracuse University is located in the heart of the city of Syracuse. It’s a city with a rich history and vibrant culture that offers a wide array of entertainment, art museums, shopping, and restaurants. Upstate New York is famous for its beautiful summers. From the numerous Erie Canal parks that dot the east-west route of the historic canal to the gorgeous lakes and scenic state parks, there are many areas to explore the great outdoors. Students must follow sign-out procedures that will be provided at student orientation.
Please note: Destiny USA Mall has a strict “No Unaccompanied Minors” policy. Therefore, Summer College Students are not permitted to go to Destiny USA Mall, unless they are with their parent/guardian.