The Burnett Honors College Summer Institute (BHCSI) is an intensive three-week residential program for gifted and high-achieving students who have interest in learning the foundations of computer science and computer technology. The program offers a mix of activities designed to maximize learning through hands-on, individualized instruction with outstanding instructors. It is also designed to expose students to broader topics in computer science through the distinguished lectures series where researchers speak about computing from pragmatic and academic points of view.

Although focused on computer science instruction, the program also provides fun recreational activities varying from special evening programs to weekend field trips, allowing students to enjoy UCF’s exceptional recreational facilities and the Greater Orlando Area. One of the most important benefits to the participants is the opportunity to interact with like-minded peers who share similar interests and talents, and to make lifelong friendships.

The Burnett Honors College at the University of Central Florida is the host and sponsor of the program, and is the home of 1500 of the best and brightest undergraduate students at UCF. The Burnett Honors College moved into its new building in 2002, and it is located at the heart of UCF’s main campus in Orlando, Florida. The University of Central Florida is also the only Florida state university that has a high tech, research facility located on its main campus. The Orlando metropolitan area is one of the fastest growing regions in the nation and boasts world-renowned attractions such as EPCOT, Disney, Sea World, and Universal Studios.