Camp Yale Programs are open to all new students. Participation is required for first-year and transfer students, but optional for Eli Whitney students. Yale College runs nine Camp Yale Programs that provide unique experiences and an early sense of belonging to incoming students.
 
Below you will find descriptions of the CYPs and the unique opportunities that they offer incoming students. The diagram below also provides a general overview of what to expect as a participant in each program.
 
ATTENTION: Students may experience a wide range of activities within each Camp Yale Program. Please reach out to Program Directors with questions about specific requirements and expectations.

We cannot wait to introduce you to the many wonderful facets of Yale!

 

INDOOR

ACTIVITIES

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

ON-CAMPUS

OFF-CAMPUS

LOTS OF WALKING

WALKING ON UNEVEN GROUND

LIFTING/CARRYING MORE THAN 5 LBS

BUILD

Yes

 

Yes

       

FOCUS

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

 

Yes

LAUNCH

Yes

 

Yes

       

CC

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

   

FOOT

 

Yes

 

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

OIS

Yes

 

Yes

       

CY Arts

Yes

 

Yes

       

HARVEST

 

Yes

 

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yale Reserved
 

Yes

 

Yes