Economics Summer Camp 2026
LAU Beirut Campus
Discover the World of Economics in a Fun and Engaging Way!
Are you a high school student interested in economics? Join us for a one-week interactive summer camp at the Lebanese American University (LAU) and experience economics like never before!
Through hands-on activities, engaging discussions, and real-world applications, you will explore how economics shapes business decisions, global markets and everyday life.
What to Expect
- Hands-on activities: Explore key economic concepts through fun and interactive exercises.
- Expert Guidance: Engage with LAU Economics faculty, alumni and guest speakers.
- Real-World Applications: Discover how Economics applies to business and global markets.
- University Life Experience: Get a glimpse of academic and social life at LAU.
Registration Fee: $75
Scholarship Awards
Here is your chance to win up to 20 percent scholarships towards pursuing a BS in Economics at LAU.
- First place: 20 percent tuition discount
- Second place: 15 percent tuition discount
- Third place: 10 percent tuition discount
20 percent Economics Program Grant:
Students admitted to the economics program at LAU for the Academic Year 26-27 can benefit from a 20 percent tuition discount.
Important Notes
- To be eligible to receive the 20 percent program grant, students must submit a complete financial aid application.
- The total overall aid package granted to any student, including all scholarships, awards, grants and regular financial aid, may not exceed 70 percent.
Registration and Payment:
Once registered, you will receive a notification voucher via email instructing you to proceed with the payment of your registration fees at any OMT or BOB Finance branch. You will have up to seven days from the date of your registration confirmation to complete the payment. Otherwise, your registration will be canceled.
Register here before May 22, 2026
Detailed Schedule
Monday, June 29, 2026
|
Time |
Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. | Registration and breakfast |
| 9:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. | Welcome note |
| 9:50 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | How do individuals and businesses make choices in a world of limited resources? |
| 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Meet with the MA in Applied Economics Alumni |
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
|
Time |
Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. | Registration and breakfast |
| 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | What makes economies grow, and why do recessions happen? |
| 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Meet with BS in economics alumni |
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
|
Time |
Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. | Registration and breakfast |
| 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Why do some countries grow rich while others struggle? |
| 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Guest speaker session |
Thursday, July 2, 2026
|
Time |
Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. | Registration and breakfast |
| 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | How do countries exchange goods and services? |
| 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Guest speaker session |
Friday, July 3, 2026
|
Time |
Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. | Registration and breakfast |
| 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | How do people find jobs, and why do wages differ? |
| 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | MCQ assessment on covered economic concepts |
| 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Distribution of certificates |
Free transportation will be provided from the LAU Byblos campus to the LAU Beirut campus.
Contact Information
- For more details, please send your inquiries to:
- Dr. Jamal Haidar - Assistant Professor and Chairperson, Department of Economics, LAU.
- Email: economicsdepartment@lau.edu.lb
- Phone: +9611786456-Ext. 1846
