“Shwayder Camp has definitely opened my eyes to what’s really important in life. I love Shwayder so much because there’s no place else that’s ever made me feel that way.”
Dates & Rates
2025 Session Dates & Rates
At Shwayder camp, we group children by the grade that they enter in the fall that follows the summer they're at camp. Please review the session options below to find a session that works for both your calendar and your child's grade eligibility. For example, if your child is entering 7th grade and wants to attend a two-week-long session, they can only attend in Session 3, because Session 1A does not include 7th graders. Learn more about session types and the camper experience at Shwayder.
Session 1
3 Weeks
Length
2025 Dates
June 10th - 29th
Fall 2025 Grade
5th - 10th
Rates
$5350 Standard
$4630 Temple Emanuel Member
Session 1A
2 Weeks
June 10th - 22nd
2nd - 6th
$3560 Standard
$3080 Temple Emanuel Member
Session 1B
1 Week
June 24th - 29th
2nd - 4th
$1765 Standard
$1525 Temple Emanuel Member
Session 2
3 Weeks
July 1st - 20th
2nd - 10th
$5350 Standard
$4630 Temple Emanuel Member
Session 3
2 Weeks
July 22nd - August 3rd
2nd - 10th
$3725 Standard
$3220 Temple Emanuel Member
Special Session
1 Night
July 12th - July 13th
1st - 2nd
$200 Standard
$200 Temple Emanuel Member
SIT Program Dates and Rates
Session 1
Length
3 Weeks
2025 Dates
June 10th - 29th
Fall 2025 Grade
11th
Rates
$4490 Standard
$3745 Temple Emanuel Member
Session 2
3 Weeks
July 1st - 20th
11th
$4490 Standard
$3745 Temple Emanuel Member
Session 3
2 Weeks
July 22nd - August 3rd
11th
$3000 Standard
$2500 Temple Emanuel Member
The difference between member and non-member rates reflects a tuition adjustment, which is funded by Temple Emanuel for its members.
Registration must be accompanied by a non-refundable deposit of $350, per camper, per session.
The balance of the fees is due in full by April 1, 2025.
2024 Application Dates
Temple Emanuel Members: September 10, 2024
Returning Campers: September 17, 2024
Open to All: September 24, 2024
Discounts and Financial Aid
Financial Aid: We are committed to ensuring that every camper who wants to attend Shwayder Camp is able to, regardless of financial ability. Financial aid is available on request and by completion of a confidential information form. Here is how to apply for financial aid:
Applicants who are not members of Temple Emanuel must first request financial aid from their home congregation or Jewish community agency.
Sibling Discount: Many families send more than one child to camp. Consequently, we offer a 10% discount for each additional camper that a family sends to Shwayder.
First-Time Camper Grants from One Happy Camper: Considering Jewish overnight camp for the first time? Your child may be eligible for a need-blind grant of up to $1000 this summer! Learn more about Learn more about One Happy Camper grants! Note: If you receive an error when creating an account with OHC, try a shorter password without symbols.
