SECURE IT
Application Deadlines
Applications are currently closed.
SECURE IT is a one-week, non-residential summer program where middle schoolers learn to think like cyber detectives while applying design thinking to protect the technology they interact with daily.
Students cover topics such as Linux, computer networking and adversarial thinking. Hosted by the Secure Software Supply Chain Center at the University of Maryland and North Carolina State University, the SECURE IT program invites students to return for fall workshops that meet monthly in the fall and spring semesters.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to participate in SECURE IT?
The cost to attend this one-week program is $400. This fee covers program materials and activity costs. Please do not include the fee at the time of application. The fee is due upon acceptance to the program. There is no additional charge for the meetings during the school year.
Can my student apply/participate in both weeks of camp?
Yes, students can participate in both weeks of camp! Week one is designed for beginners, while week two offers advanced content. If you prefer to participate in just one of the weeks, that’s perfectly fine as well.
Can students participate in the monthly school year workshops even if they missed camp that summer?
Yes, students are welcome to participate in our monthly school year workshops, even if they missed the summer camp. These workshops are designed to be accessible to all students, regardless of their prior camp experience.
What is the time commitment for SECURE IT?
SECURE IT is a year-long commitment where students meet during the summer for one week and during the school year for one Sunday per month. Each student will attend once a month during the school year to learn new concepts related to everyday life.
What does the SECURE IT Schedule look like?
A typical camp day will look like:
- 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Classroom Instruction
- 12:15-1:15 p.m. Lunch
- 1:30–3:45 p.m. Classroom Instruction
- 3:45-4 p.m. Dismissal
* Field trips, and guest speakers are scheduled. Students will work on their projects during Classroom Instruction time blocks.
A typical workshop day looks like:
- 12–2 p.m. Classroom instruction
- 1:50–2 p.m. Dismissal
Is financial assistance available?
Financial assistance is available for those with displayed needs by completing our scholarship application.
