Summer at Wilkes

Your Summer Starts at Wilkes

Explore a full season of academic camps, athletic experiences, arts programs, enrichment courses and professional development – open to all ages and backgrounds, both online and in the heart of Wilkes-Barre.

Academic Classes & Camps

Athletics

Personal Enrichment

Arts & Culture

Professional Development

Academic Experiences

Expand Your Horizons

Whether you’re a student taking summer classes for credit or a young explorer ready to discover something new, Wilkes offers exciting academic programs all summer long.

Summer Classes

4 Sessions (May 18-August 14, 2026)

Registration is now open!

Summer classes are a great way to lighten your course load for next year, catch up on missed classes or even graduate early.

Learn More about Summer Classes

Discover Pharmacy Camp

June 23-24 & Aug. 11-12

A hands-on introduction to the world of pharmacy hosted by the Nesbitt School of Pharmacy. High school juniors and seniors can explore drug discovery, compounding, patient care and the many career paths in the pharmaceutical industry.

Tuition: $85

WEBS: We're Empowered by Science

July 19-24

WEBS is an immersive science experience for students in grades 7-12. Engage in laboratory experiments, field research and collaborative projects led by the expert faculty at Wilkes as well as science professionals.

Tuition: $300

Baseball

Prospect Camp

July 8, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For high school juniors and seniors

Cost: $99

Youth Camp

July 27-29, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Ages 6 to 14

Cost: $99

Prospect Camp

August 9, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For high school juniors and seniors

Cost: $99

Personal Enrichment

Learn Something New

Our summer non-credit enrichment classes for adults are designed for curious minds of all ages and educational backgrounds. No grades, no pressure – just the joy of learning in an engaged community. Classes may be offered online, hybrid or in-person.

Example Classes

Race: The Story of the World’s Most Dangerous Myth
Can It Happen Here? Understanding Earthquake and Natural Hazard Risk in Pennsylvania
Introduction to Journaling
Witches: Gender, Power, and the Monstrous Feminine in Art History
Design and Social Media for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses
True Crime: Major Crimes of the 20th Century
The Constitution – Past & Present
Pottery

Arts & Culture

Create. Perform. Inspire.

From exhibitions in the Sordoni Art Gallery to the stages of The Conservatory at Wilkes University, there are plenty of opportunities for artists to express themselves and enjoy the arts all summer long.

Sordoni Art Gallery

PULSE Nightclub: 49 Elegies by John Gutoskey

June 12 - August 2

June 12 at 5 p.m. Remembrance Ceremony & Opening Reception

Farmers Market Family Crafts

Drop-in creative activities for families every Thursday at the Wilkes-Barre Farmer's Market on public square.

Visit the Gallery

Visit the Sorodoni Art Gallery for more art exhibitions, events and more.

Visit the Gallery

The Conservatory - Dance, Music & Performing Arts

Summer Ballet Classes

Ongoing technique-focused ballet instruction for all levels.

Private Music Instruction

One-on-one lessons with Conservatory faculty across a range of instruments and voice.

Summer Dance Intensive

Join us for intensive instruction in classical dance technique, variations, pointe & pre-pointe, modern and jazz dance, as well as yoga.

Session 1: July 6–9
Session 2: July 13–16
Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages 10 and up

Visit the Conservatory

Professional Development

Advance Your Career

Wilkes offers targeted professional development opportunities for educators, business and accounting professionals and working adults looking to sharpen their skills and expand their expertise.

Wired For Connection

July 14
On Campus
Free

Join renowned educator and neuroscientist Lori Desautels, PhD and other experts for a free, full day of professional development that will equip you with practical strategies to strengthen connection, regulate emotions and navigate conflict with greater clarity and compassion. Designed for educators, leaders, parents and community members.