Young Judaea
2027 Dates & Rates
Explore our Summer 2027 session options, and start planning a summer filled with friendship, adventure, and unforgettable CYJ Midwest memories!
Registration is NOW OPEN for CYJ Midwest Summer 2027.
Early Bird discount of $300 per full session for NEW FAMILIES until October 12.
Core Sessions
| Program | Dates | Grades | Tutiton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | June 14-July 5 | Rising 2-9 | $6,595 |
| Session 2 | July 12-August 4 | Rising 2-9 | $6,995 |
| Full Summer | June 14-August 4 | Rising 2-9 | $12,790 ($800 off) |
Specialty & Introductory Programs (see details below)
| Program | Dates | Grades | Tutiton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste of CYJ *Limited spots* |
June 14-June 20 | Rising 2-6 first time campers |
$2,400 |
| Mini Session 1 | June 14-June 27 | Rising 2-7 *6-7 first time only |
$4,500 |
| Mini Session 2 | July 12-July 25 | Rising 2-7 *6-7 first time only |
$4,500 |
| Avodah | June 14-June 23 | Rising 10 | $2,150 |
| Hadracha | July 20-August 4 | Rising 11 | $2,700 |
Taste of CYJ is the perfect introduction to camp for first-time campers! During this one-week session, campers experience everything that makes CYJ special, from favorite activities like waterfront, sports, arts, and adventure to Shabbat, friendships, and our warm Jewish community.
Campers who are ready for more can extend their stay into our two-week Mini Session. Taste of CYJ is designed to build confidence, independence, and comfort at camp, helping campers feel ready to return for longer sessions in the future.
For first time campers entering grades 2-6*
*Limited spots available
- June 14-June 20; Tuition: $2,400
CYJ Mini Sessions offer two full weeks of camp fun, friendship, and Jewish community, giving campers time to settle into camp, build independence, and experience more of everything CYJ has to offer.
Campers enjoy a wide variety of activities, including waterfront, sports, arts, adventure, and electives, along with Shabbat and beloved all-camp traditions like Maccabiah and Yom Israel. Two weeks gives campers the chance to form strong friendships, feel at home in the CYJ community, and experience the energy and spirit of a full summer at camp.
And if they’re having too much fun to leave, campers have the option to extend their stay and join us for the full session!
For campers entering grades 2-5 or
first time campers entering grades 6-7
- Mini Session 1: June 14-June 27; Tuition: $4,500
- Mini Session 2: July 12-July 25; Tuition: $4,500
Exclusively for rising 10th graders, Avodah is CYJ’s program to create a lasting mark at Camp. Campers will spend the first weeks of Camp creating something on camp that will leave a legacy, such as the decagon, the Gaga pit, or the ever illusive “Pit.” Campers also get their own cabin activities with time to Waterski, rock climb, the CYJ Midwest classics. At the end of the program, campers are invited to transition to Tel Yehudah, Young Judaea’s senior summer camp, as a cohesive group. Participants who register for a session at Tel Yehudah will receive a $400 discount off tuition.
- June 14-June 23; Tuition: $2,150
Rising 11th graders are invited to return after their Hadracha session at Tel Yehudah to bring what they have learned home to CYJ Midwest. As a traveling cohort, TY participants will finish their summer debriefing on how their leadership training will reflect on their lives back home. They will also shadow age groups and create their own programing for campers, showing off their leadership skills! Participants must attend TY’s Hadracha program first session to register for Hadracha.
- July 20-August 4; Tuition: $2,700
Our Madrichim in Training (MIT) program is available to entering 12th graders. Participants will explore activities designed just for them and never solely be responsible for other children. At the same time, they’ll get a hearty introduction to the life of being a counselor, apprenticing with seasoned pros to see what the madrich/a life is all about! We have 2 tracks for this program, one of which goes to Israel with YJ Global’s Gesher. To find out more about our MIT program, click here.
- MIT -> Gesher: June 6-July 5
- MIT Full Summer: June 6-August 5
Tuition includes:
- One daily email to each camper via CampInTouch
- B’nai Mitzvah tutoring for eligible campers
- All trips (camping, hiking, excursions)
- Kosher meals and snacks
- All camp activities
- Weekly laundry service
- On site medical staff (24/7) and camp security services
- Camp t-shirt
- Transportation to and from Chicago (and possibly other cities with a large enough camper population)
Important Note: To proceed with registration, please ensure prior year balances are paid beforehand, as registration cannot be processed until this is completed.
We understand that plans may change, and we strive to be as flexible as possible while maintaining fair policies for all. Please review our cancellation policy below:
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Cancellations prior to April 1: You will receive a full refund for all payments, except for any credit card transaction fees and $50 processing fee.
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Cancellations between April 2 and April 30: You will receive a refund for all payments, except for the $450 deposit and any credit card transaction fees incurred.
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Cancellations after May 1: no refunds will be granted.
Mini-Session Campers are eligible for an extension to full sessions:
1. Parents can decide in advance if their child will have the option to extend
2. After the first week of camp, we will connect with the camper and parent to make sure that an extension is suitable for the respective camper.
3. There will be financial aid options available for the extension to offset the cost (if need be).
When registering online, families have four payment options to choose from:
- Pay in full at the time of registration: By selecting this option, you will receive a 2% discount on the total amount.
- Pay in three equal installments: Payments will be due on November 1, January 1, and March 1. If registering after November 1 or January 1, your first payment will be due the following Monday after completing registration. Please note that this option completes all payments by March 1.
- Pay in equal monthly installments: This plan spreads the total cost over several months, with the final payment due on March 1.
- Scholarship Assistance: If applying for scholarship assistance, a $400 payment per month per child/session is required until the camp scholarship is awarded. Once the scholarship award is applied to the camp balance, the payment plan will be automatically changed to equal monthly installments based on the scholarship award on the first of each month, with the final payment on June 1. To be eligible for a scholarship, the $400 payment plan per month per child/per session must be in place.
All outstanding payments must be made by June 1 in order for campers to attend Camp Young Judaea Midwest.
By submitting an application, you grant Camp Young Judaea Midwest permission to charge the credit card or eCheck on file for the outstanding balance on your account on April 1 (or June 1 for financial aid recipients). If you wish to explore an alternative payment plan, please reach out to our office at info@cyjmid.org to discuss further options. We do not accept tuition checks in the mail unless they are for a full payment
Camp Young Judaea Midwest is pleased to accept American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and ACH for your convenience. Please note that all credit card payments will incur a 3% credit card fee per transaction.
Deposits can be paid by Credit Card or ACH when completing the application. Deposits are required to hold your space. Credit card fees are not refundable.
A $200 discount will be applied to a family’s account for each additional child registered after the first camper.
The Summer 2027 scholarship application will be available fall 2026.
Families applying for scholarship assistance must provide a per child deposit of $450 at the time of registration and agree to the payment plan.
Families are required to have a $400 per child payment plan set up with CYJ for the application to be finalized and for a tuition assistance application to be accepted. If scholarship assistance is not awarded or declined and your child will not attend CYJ, then everything is refundable less the FACTS fee and credit card fees if you did not use eCheck.
To enable us to prepare for your campers’ arrival, all required camper forms must be completed and submitted by May 1. These forms are essential in helping us create a nurturing and supportive environment for your children. Campers who do not have completed forms on file will not be permitted to attend CYJ Midwest. Your cooperation in completing the required camper forms by the specified date is greatly appreciated, and it allows us to ensure a smooth and enjoyable camp experience for your children.