The best way to avoid cancellation fees when changing camps is to call or email us. This is done on a case-by-case basis. Please call the office at 907-474-7021 or email us at Summer@alaska.edu with your child's first and last name, the camp you wish to cancel, and the camp you want to move to. 

We will also assist in moving the current payment to your new camp. 

 Choose the grade level that your child will be entering in the fall.

If your camper has been promoted from the waitlist, a $30 deposit for half-day camps, $60 for full-day camps, or $75 for multi-week camps is required to secure your spot. Be sure to log in to CampDoc and pay the deposit as soon as possible. Health profiles and the full Camp payment need to be made 14 days before the Camp begins, which is typically two Sundays before the start date. Please consult the front page for the due date.

All campers will receive a welcome letter via the email listed on their CampDoc account approximately 2 weeks before the start date of Camp. This email will provide important information about parking, what to bring, and more information from the instructor about what to expect at camp. 

Instructors and assistants will be present in the classroom 15 minutes before and after camp. If your camper arrives before that time there may not be someone present to watch them. If you are running late to pick your camper up, please contact the Summer Sessions Office at (907) 474-7021 so we can inform the instructors.

Yes! Cancellations happen often as schedules change.

The waitlist is free and joining is the same process as registering for the camp via CampDoc. In the event a spot opens up, we will promote your child and send you an email. If it is very close to the camp beginning when a spot opens up, we will call the number listed in your main CampDoc profile.

Great! You can use your coupon during checkout based on the limitations set by your organization. If you run into trouble, please contact us at Summer@alaska.edu with your coupon and child's first and last name. Some coupons may have limited funding and must be approved before they can be added to your registration.

Camp deposits are non-refundable because each registration involves credit card fees and processing fees charged by CampDoc, which our program pays at the time of enrollment. In addition, our staff spends significant time managing registrations, including changes and cancellations.

Retaining deposits helps offset these transaction and administrative costs and allows us to plan responsibly for staffing and supplies. We appreciate your understanding and are always happy to answer questions before you register to help ensure you choose the right camp for your child.

 Sometimes instructors approach us with ideas about camps they would like to teach. Other times, we approach people who we believe would create amazing learning experiences for the children in our community. 

Our team of instructors includes UAF faculty, coaches, staff, and students; retired teachers; teachers who love teaching so much they don't want summers off; and community members who wish to share their time and talent. 

You can be sure your child will have an instructor eager to share their skills and enthusiasm! 

We understand summer plans can change.  Please request a cancellation via CampDoc, and keep in mind the cancellation policies listed on our front page

We will process the requested cancellation and refund any money that may be owed to you as a result, except for the non-refundable deposit.  Please note the cancellation deadline is one week before the camp/course start date. If we receive a cancellation within one week of the camp start date, the full tuition will be retained. 

Please notify us of any requested cancellations as early as possible. We often have waitlists for camps and courses, and would like to move people in as soon as spaces become available. 

A limited number of camp and course scholarships are available for campers who qualify for Free & Reduced School Lunch or another program listed on our Scholarship page. The 4-step process to apply requires proof, a note from your camper and a google form submission after your camper has been registered.