Bootcamps

QC Bootcamps

QC Bootcamps are free, non-credit, and non-tuition workshops offered during the winter and summer sessions. These immersive workshops, developed in collaboration with academic departments, are designed to help students with course readiness and success. Most bootcamps are led by instructors from the departments and are closely connected to college credit courses.

2025 Summer Bootcamps are Here!

  • All Bootcamps are on August 4,5,6,7
  • See the seven different bootcamps and details below!

 

 

How to Sign Up – 2 Easy Ways

 

1. Sign Up Yourself (Recommended)

  • Deadline: July 2 or until bootcamps are full

  • How: Sign up through your CUNYfirst Schedule Builder

  • Course Code: ACSKL or search for “Bootcamp”

OR

 

2. Fill Out the Enrollment Form

  • Deadline: Until bootcamps are full

  • How: Complete the brief form here: https://forms.office.com/r/neUPfAMN7h

  • Processing Time: 3-5 business days

  • You’ll receive an email confirming your enrollment, which will also appear in CUNYfirst.

Colorful poster for Summer 2025 QCLC Bootcamps. It tells viewers the upcoming bootcamps (CSCI, EAS EXAM PREP, PSYCH) and the dates (AUGUST 4,5,6,7.) Also has a picture of a pizza and says "Pizza Party Included" to try to draw more people to come.

Summer 2025 Bootcamp Details

Preparing for CSCI 111 Bootcamp

Do you want to get ahead of the game in Computer Science? Do you want to practice thinking like a programmer? Do you want to be better prepared for your first coding class, CSCI 111?
This free bootcamp reminds you about the math that you need for computer programming. Work on problem solving techniques, including how to understand programming problems, how to break down problems into simple steps, and how to make logical steps to solve them. Come and connect with your classmates who want to succeed as programmers.
 
6 hours each day for 4 days – 24 hours total
  • Dates: Monday through Thursday, August 4, 5, 6, 7
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
  • Mode: In-person
  • Room: SB-C207
  • Instructor: Xinglong Zhou
  • Course Code: ACSKL or search “Bootcamp”

Preparing for CSCI 211 Bootcamp **Prerequisite: Completion of CSCI 111 required.

For students who are going to take CSCI 211, or who want to review basic C++ programming concepts. The bootcamp will review the basic programming concepts from CSCI 111 and preview important concepts in CSCI 211. Help you succeed in the upcoming OOP in C++ course. Led by an instructor within the department.
 
3 hours each day for 4 days – 12 hours total
  • Dates: Monday through Thursday, August 4, 5, 6, 7
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Mode: In-person
  • Room: SB-C205
  • Instructor: Xinying Chyn
  • Course Code: ACSKL or search “Bootcamp”

Preparing for CSCI 220 Bootcamp **Prerequisite: Completion of CSCI 111 required.

For students who are going to take CSCI 220, or who want to review basic Discrete Math concepts. The bootcamp will review the basic discrete math concepts from Math 120 and preview important concepts in CSCI 220. Help you succeed in the upcoming Discrete Structure course. Led by an instructor within the department.

3 hours each day for 4 days – 12 hours total

  • Dates: Monday through Thursday, August 4, 5, 6, 7
  • Time: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
  • Mode: In-person
  • Room: SB-C207
  • Instructor: Xinying Chyn
  • Course Code: ACSKL or search “Bootcamp”

Preparing for CSCI 320 Bootcamp **Prerequisite: Completion of CSCI 220 required.

For students who are going to take CSCI 320, or who want a brief introduction to Theory of Computation concepts. This bootcamp will provide essential background knowledge and preview key concepts that form the foundation of computational theory. Get familiar with the basic ideas of formal languages, automata, and computability to help you hit the ground running in CSCI 320. Perfect for students who want to build confidence before tackling this challenging course.

3 hours each day for 4 days – 12 hours total

  • Dates: Monday through Thursday, August 4, 5, 6, 7
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Mode: In-person
  • Room: Campbell Dome
  • Instructor: Andrew Martin
  • Course Code: ACSKL or search “Bootcamp”

Free preparatory EAS workshop, providing attendees with an opportunity to receive comprehensive support to successfully achieve EAS examination success. 

The workshop will the highlight the critical EAS modalities and content areas, including but not limited to:  Diverse School Populations, English Language Learners. Students with Disabilities and Other Special Needs, and Home-School Relationships, with a particular focus on understanding the test item prompts. 

Extensive engagement with practice test items will be provided, coupled with constructive analysis and feedback. 

  • Dates: Monday through Thursday, August 4, 5, 6, 7
  • Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
  • Mode: Zoom
  • Zoom Room: TBD (Visit Back!)
  • Instructor: Michael Perrone
  • Course Code: ACSKL or search “Bootcamp”

 

 

Prep for Statistics for Psychology Bootcamp (PSYCH 107)

For students who are going to take PSYCH 107, who need to retake PSYCH 107, or who want to review statistical methods for psychology. The bootcamp is led by an instructor within the department.

  • Maximize your chance of successfully completing statistics
  • Get a refresher of basic statistical principles and analyses
  • Develop a better understanding of the application of statistical method
  • Learn how to select the appropriate statistical test for a research question
  • Learn how to run statistical analyses

3 hours each day for 4 days – 12 hours total

  • Dates: Monday through Thursday, August 4, 5, 6, 7
  • Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Mode: In-person
  • Room: Campbell Dome
  • Instructor: Francis Rotella
  • Course Code: ACSKL or search “Bootcamp”

 

Prep for Experimental Psychology Bootcamp (PSYCH 213W)

For students who are going to take PSYCH 213W, who need to retake PSYCH 213W, or who want to review experimental psychology principles. The bootcamp is led by an instructor within the department.

  • Maximize your chances of successfully completing 213W or get a refresher on the principles of experimental psychology.
  • Go over the essential factors and principles scientists consider when conducting research.
  • Get both practical and theoretical guidance.
  • Learn how to communicate about research using APA-format
  • Engage in reviewing prior research.

3 hours each day for 4 days – 12 hours total

  • Dates: Monday through Thursday, August 4, 5, 6, 7
  • Time: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
  • Mode: In-person
  • Mode: SB-B137
  • Instructor: Erica Doran
  • Course Code: ACSKL or search “Bootcamp”

Why Bootcamp?

  • Level up your academic skills
  • Chat with cool instructors
  • Network with other students
  • Get a sneak peek at what’s coming in the Fall
  • QCLC Bootcamps are FREE and effective!

Student Testimonies

“I would recommend this bootcamp to others because it allows other to join college earlier and be able to adapt to the environment.”

“I think having a head start by reviewing what is being expected of you is beneficial to the students especially their morale!”

“Yes, it gives you an insight for the course you will be taking and I feel that you are a little ahead with new knowledge you intake.”

“I’m thankful for the professor and how he made us learn while having a great time.”

“Yes, it has helped me to grasp a subject that I was hesitant in and helped me feel prepared for the actual class that I’ll be taking.”

Our Previous Bootcamps

Contact Us:

  • LCommons@qc.cuny.edu
  • Tutoring and Study Spaces during the Academic Year: Kiely 131, 144
  • Administrative Offices: Kiely 237, 147.

Main Office Hours:

  • Check our Learning Commons home page for updated hours.