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Ethical U

Ready to boost your leadership and critical thinking skills? At Ethical U, you’ll explore real-world moral dilemmas, engage in lively discussions with peers and mentors, and sharpen your problem-solving abilities. Tackle big issues, participate in team challenges, and compete in a case-writing contest for exciting prizes. Whether you're building strong arguments or collaborating with your team, you'll leave Ethical U prepared to lead with confidence—and have a blast while doing it!

Ethical U is a week-long summer camp program, offered in collaboration with the Office of Pre-College Programs in the Division of Outreach and Continuing Education. Designed for middle school students and rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors, it provides an engaging introduction to practical ethics. Scholarships and financial aid are available.

Ethical U 2025

Dates:
Rising 10th-12th Graders:

June 9-13, 2025

7th-9th Graders:
June 16-20, 2025

Cost:
Residential $600
Commuter $300

Deadline to register:
May 1, 2025

Looking for Summer Employment?

Undergraduate and graduate students can join the Office of Pre-College Programs summer staff, working directly with us on Ethical U and helping lead a variety of K-12 summer programs, bridge programs, events, and competitions—creating a meaningful and engaging experience for participants.

Dr. Ethan Davis from The Center for Practical Ethics, teaches during the Ethical U Summer Program at the University of Mississippi.
Students in a class session during the Ethical U Summer Program at the University of Mississippi, hosted by The Center for Practical Ethics.
Students in a class session during the Ethical U Summer Program at the University of Mississippi, hosted by The Center for Practical Ethics.