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Digital Media Academy has been developing and delivering impactful STEAM learning for students since starting on the campus of Stanford University in 2002. Digital Media Academy provides students with professional-level technology education from professional instructors using professional software and hardware at UBC and UofT in Canada with overnight and multi-week options.
The 2020/21 Experience at Digital Media Academy
Updated Thursday, May 28, 2020.
Digital Media Academy began educating teachers and young people more than 20 years ago. Nothing we've experienced since has impacted our students, staff, and community more than the current COVID-19 crisis.
At Digital Media Academy, our most important priority is the health and safety of our students, staff, and communities. If we are unable to provide a safe and healthy environment for on-campus learning we will not do so. If camp is canceled due to COVID-19 customers will receive full credit for their purchase.
It would be extremely regretful if we were unable to provide the on-campus experience our clients have come to expect over the last 20 years. We have received word from most of our university partners or have made a determination based on the health and safety of our students and staff on whether Tech Camps will run this summer. Here's are the current Canadian locations statuses:
Digital Media Academy will be operating safe and healthy learning experiences at UBC this summer!
The Province of Ontario and the University of Toronto have prohibited overnight camps and the status of day camps remains to be determined therefore we cannot safely prepare and run Tech Camps at UofT.
View recent COVID-19 updates from Digital Media AcademyChoose the right programs and sessions for your child; currently 3 programs available; 15 TBD; 13 temporarily closed.
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Virtual program
Coed Ages: 7 - 9 Computer (multi)
$550
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Virtual program
Coed Ages: 9 - 18+ Computer (multi)
$550
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Virtual program
Coed Ages: 9 - 12 Computer (multi)
$550
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 9 - 12 Computer programming (multi)
$1,495/week
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Computer (multi)
$2,980/2 weeks
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 9 - 18 Computer (multi)
$1,395 to $1,950/week
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Animation / 3D design
$3,060/2 weeks
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Visual arts (multi)
$1,570
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Computer (multi)
$1,490/week
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Computer programming (multi)
$1,395
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Computer (multi)
$2,790/2 weeks
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Animation / 3D design
$1,570/week
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 9 - 12 Video Game/Web Design
$1,495/week
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Computer programming (multi)
$1,490/week
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Computer programming (multi)
$1,395
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Animation / 3D design
$3,090/2 weeks
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Video Game/Web Design
$1,395
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 9 - 12 Robotics
$1,645/week
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 9 - 12 Animation / 3D design
$1,775
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Robotics
$1,690/week
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 9 - 18 Computer (multi)
$1,395 to $1,950/week
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Visual arts (multi)
$3,030/2 weeks
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Photo/Video
$1,540
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Music (multi)
$1,595
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Music (multi)
$2,990/2 weeks
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Robotics
$3,640/2 weeks
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Computer (multi)
$1,950/week
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Photo/Video
$1,540
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Music (multi)
$1,595/week
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Video Game/Web Design
$3,090/2 weeks
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 12 - 18 Video Game/Web Design
$1,695
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The activities offered at any camp are important, with those at tech camps perhaps being more applicable to many kids' personal and academic lives than, say, tetherball. That said, all good camps see their activities as less an end in themselves, and more as something for young people to gather together around, to test their abilities and resolve, and to help them to grow into a sense of who they are. In all of those things, Digital Media Academy has the balance absolutely right. The sessions will attract young people who share a vocabulary and a curiosity, and the opportunity to spend protracted time in that milieu is a great benefit in and of itself. The content of the sessions is a-list in every way, though the values that inform them are as well. There is a focus on developing curiosities, collaborative skills, resiliency, empowerment, and passion. Again, the balance is right, with the programs promoting a lot more than skills. The sessions are professionally run, by professional educators. The network of locations, as well as national oversight, allow for a wealth of resources and talent to go around.
In all honesty I was a bit afraid to spend the money on this camp but it is the best tech camp for your money, hands down. I had three boys attend the UBC camp in Vancouver and was pleased beyond belief when I received tw... Read More
My daughter really enjoyed the course, and found the instructor to be helpful and informative. She has attended many day camps for the past 11 years and described the Character Animation course to be one of the best camps ... Read More
Everything was perfect. My son had one of the best weeks in his life. We are very happy for him. Thank you Digital Media Academy.
Ben Ghebrezghi, Camp Director
It’s our mission to foster a learning community of diversity and excellence through memorable and innovative educational experiences led by the highest-quality instructors; building skills and confidence to empower lifelong learners to follow their dreams and make a lasting impact.
Digital Media Academy was born at Stanford University in 1999 as the Academy for New Media, a program owned and operated by the Academic Technology department at Stanford University. In 2002, Digital Media Academy became a private institution, sponsored by the Stanford University Continuing Studies department. Since then, we have set out to be the thought-leader in tech education for kids, teens and adults at prestigious universities across the U.S. and Canada. In addition to our summer programs, DMA offers year-round learning via DMA Online and powers tech ed programs around the globe through its curriculum licensing program. DMA instructors and curriculum developers include industry professionals and outstanding technology educators, with a driving passion for inspiring, teaching, and mentoring.
Sleeping Accommodations
Amenities
Washrooms Facilities
More details about accommodations: University Housing & Dining at the University of Toronto.
Are meals provided? Yes
Is Digital Media Academy technology free? Yes
Digital Media Academy only uses the best technology in our courses. Our partners provide students with the best hardware and software on the market today to provide a premier learning experience. The industry professional instructors monitor students closely to make sure all the tech is being used for education and learning!
More details about property: University Campuses at the University of Toronto and the University of British Columbia.
Offers outdoor education program for schools or corporate groups: Yes
Cost: $1,390 to $1,950 /week
Payment Options:
Deposit required with acceptance | Yes |
Credit card payment | Yes |
Maximum installments available | 12 |
Discounts
Discount if paid early | 5% |
Discount for 2nd child | $50 |
Discount for 3rd child | $50 |
Discount for 4th child | $50 |
Scholarships & awards:
Total annual scholarship fund: $1,000,000 CAD
Scholarship - Full Tuition for Digital Media Academy
Amount: 100% | Deadline: May 15, 2020 annually |
LET THE ADVENTURES BEGIN!
The countdown to summer vacation has begun, and if you’re a parent, you’re probably already planning what your kids will be doing.
Make it a summer well spent by giving your child (9-18) the learning experience of a lifetime, at any of DMA’s STEAM tech camp locations across the U.S. and Canada.
When your child begins coding early, it starts their adventure in programming. Come check out our DMA Adventures programs for young learners!
Sign up for Summer Camp 2020 and tell your friends to come too. For each friend that registers you get a $50 credit, and your friend will save $50. Please visit our website now and browse the 25+ programs to choose from.
To qualify, the friends you refer must not have attended Digital Media Academy before. For each NEW referral who registers their child, they'll receive $50 off their registration. Tell parents at your child’s school (or heck, your whole soccer team)!
During your registration process, you will be given the option to refer friends by entering their name and email address. Enter your friends’ email addresses (there is no limit to the number of people you can refer, so enter as many email addresses as you like). Don’t worry; we do not sell or share ANY personal information including email addresses. Read our privacy policy.
DMA will send each of your friends an email letting them know you have recommended Digital Media Academy. The email will include instructions on how they can receive a discount on camp using their Refer-a-Friend code. (For both of you to receive credit, the friend you refer must use the Refer-a-Friend code when registering.)
Please visit our website for full details.
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