The 44th OWL Camping season is approaching! OWL is a residential and day summer camp for gifted and talented students currently (at time of application) in the 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grades. It is held in June and July on the campus of Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware, Ohio.
New in 2026:
• Residential Camp will be split by grade levels. See the website for exact grades and weeks.
• Day Camp will be offered for two weeks, instead of one.
• Both camps will consist of four days of classes, ending on Thursdays. The duration of the classes will increase daily to ensure the same amount of instruction is provided.
owu.edu/owl
To qualify, students must meet the state definition of giftedness:
• score in the 95th percentile on any one area on the most recent ability or achievement test
• be above average on proficiency test scores
• or otherwise demonstrate talent or creativity
The OWL website provides expanded information on curriculum, camp programs and activities as well as camp dates, deadlines, scholarships, and fees. Camper applications must be submitted online. If this is an issue for a family, please let us know at owl@owu.edu.