SPARK is a summer program established with the desire of creating a safe, comfortable, nurturing and academically rewarding environment. Our goal is to broaden the mind and imagination, encourage creativity, discovery and a passion for learning. And let´s not forget fun!

Mission Statement

SPARK's mission is to provide a rich educational and social environment for youths in an active college campus setting. Emphasis is placed on fun-filled, hands-on activites that will instill youngsters with a lifetime desire for learning. With instruction that is supportive and diverse, the participants will be able to hone evolving skills and increase their awareness of new branches of study and opportunities.

About the Campus

New Jersey's state university has a wealth of enlightening and engaging attractions and events for visitors of all ages. Whether it's stargazing or deep-sea exploration, jazz or chamber music, visual arts or gardening, Rutgers is involved, and likely, breaking new ground. It's a place to delve into history as well as catch a glimpse of the future, and the things to see and do here are as diverse as our student body and the vibrant cultural area we call home. Convenient to New York City, Philadelphia, and the Jersey shore, our campuses are probably right along your way. So come visit Rutgers--you just might learn something!