Unlock the Secrets of the Universe From Your Home
An advanced Astrophysics Learning Camp designed to spark passion for science and give high school students (grades 10–12) a head start in STEM.
Secure your child's place today and start building a brighter future.
Advanced STEM learning camps for high school students (grades 10–12)
Each camp is a one-month, live online program for students who have successfully completed Algebra 2.
- Dive into advanced topics such as Astrophysics, Quantum Mechanics, Neuroscience, Quantum Computing, Engineering, Genetics, and more.
- Gain in-depth knowledge and problem-solving skills rarely taught in high school.
- Explore diverse STEM fields to discover passions and future academic pathways.
These camps help motivated students build college-level exposure, strengthen STEM profiles, and stand out in competitive admissions.
Reserve your student's spot todayWhy these camps matter
In our live online sessions, students do not just watch lectures—they take part in real-time discussions with an astrophysics expert. Your child can ask questions, work through problems, and go beyond typical high school coverage.
From Einstein’s relativity to modern astrophysics experiments and exotic astronomical objects, each lesson connects science to the real universe so students develop genuine passion for discovery—not only facts.
Every session uses engaging activities where math unlocks cosmic mysteries. Students apply ideas to black holes, galaxies, and the Big Bang, building problem-solving skills that support college and STEM readiness.
Instructor
Dr. Brian Saltzer · Mathematical physicist
Dr. Saltzer began his career as a mathematical physicist, specializing in quantum gravity and unified field theories. In graduate school he discovered a passion for teaching and has since dedicated his career to helping students see the beauty of math and physics.
As a former physics professor, he has received multiple national teaching awards and authored 25+ textbooks for major publishers including Pearson and McGraw-Hill. Beyond the classroom, he founded academic publishing and curriculum companies whose resources have reached thousands of learners worldwide.
When he is not inspiring the next generation of scientists, he runs marathons and hikes trails across the globe. His mission: to show students that math and science are not just subjects to study—they are adventures to experience.
National teaching awards
25+ textbooks
University professor
Current camp: Astrophysics (October)
How Einstein’s theories reshaped our understanding of the universe: space and time connected, gravity bending spacetime, and what this means for planetary motion and the bending of light near massive objects.
The story of how our universe began: evidence from cosmic background radiation, the expansion of galaxies, and how scientists reconstruct the timeline of the universe’s first moments.
Telescopes across the spectrum, particle detectors, space missions, and how scientists gather evidence to push the boundaries of what we know about the cosmos.
How black holes form, what makes neutron stars and quasars extreme, and why these objects matter for the limits of physics and the future of the universe.
Exact dates are confirmed per cohort; typical pattern: four consecutive October Sundays.
Future learning camps: inspiring the next generation of thinkers
Astrophysics is just the beginning. Students can continue month by month for a complete advanced STEM pathway:
- AstrophysicsOctober
- Introduction to Quantum MechanicsNovember
- Introduction to NeuroscienceDecember
- A Survey of EngineeringJanuary
- A Survey of College MathematicsFebruary
- Quantum ComputingMarch
- Advances in Genetics and Genetic TechnologyApril
- Introduction to MedicineMay
Students may enroll in one camp or complete the full series for the ultimate STEM experience.
Build my student's STEM pathwayContact us to enrollAstrophysics: a 4-week advanced STEM camp
October · Four Sundays · Example: Oct 5, 12, 19 & 26
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST
Live class — meeting link shared after enrollment
$400 / month per camp
- Explore the Big Bang
- Investigate black holes
- Explore Einstein's relativity
- Think like a physicist
- Discover the tools of astrophysics
- Connect math to the cosmos
- Decode the light of the stars
- Certificate of completion
- Expert instruction and interactive learning
- Access to resources and assignments
- Live 3-hour weekly sessions (4 total per month)
Next in series: Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
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Send a message to reserve a spot, ask about October dates, or plan a multi-month STEM pathway.