Explore, Research, and Learn at Cedar Point Biological Station – Summer 2026
Ready to take your learning beyond the classroom this summer? Cedar Point Biological Station (CPBS), UNL’s field-based experiential classroom on the shores of Lake Ogallala, NE, is now welcoming students for Summer 2026!
Complete a 4-credit course in just 3 weeks or a 3-credit course in 2 weeks! At CPBS, your classroom is the field. Spend your days (and sometimes nights) exploring science outdoors, building strong connections with faculty and peers, and sharing meals with a community of passionate scientists. Many students say Cedar Point is the highlight of their Nebraska experience!
Why Cedar Point?
- Field-based, experiential learning in a beautiful lakeside environment
- Small, immersive courses with faculty and researchers
- Opportunities to build research skills and strengthen graduate or professional school preparation
- A welcoming, collaborative “Cedar Point Experience” focused on curiosity, connection, and discovery
0 Session: May 9–May 17
SBS Writing Retreat: May 9–May 13
Data Theory Workshop: May 13–May 17
1st Session: May 17–June 5
Literature and the Environment (ENGL 317, 3 cr) May 17–May 30
Avian Biology (BIOS 475/875, NRES 471/871, 4 cr) May 17–June 5
Fundamentals of Biology II (LIFE 121, ACE 4, 4 cr) Wait list only
2nd Session: June 7–June 26
Spatial Ecology (BIOS/NRES 498/898, 4 cr) June 7–June 26
Field Herpetology (NRES 374, 4 cr) June 7–June 26
3rd Session: July 5–July 24
Field Epidemiology (BIOS 452/852 ACE 10, IMED 749, 4 cr) July 5–July 24
Fundamentals of Biology II (LIFE 121 ACE 4, 4 cr) July 5–July 24
Advanced Conservation Biology (NRES 462/862, 4 cr) July 5–July 24
4th Session: July 26–August 14
Field Parasitology (BIOS 487/887 ACE 10, 4 cr) July 26–August 14
Fundamentals of Biology II (LIFE 121 ACE 4, 4 cr) Wait list only
Students, faculty, and visitors help sustain the welcoming, collaborative environment that makes Cedar Point special! We invite you to be part of this long-standing tradition of discovery and community. Please keep in mind that classes fill on a first come, first serve basis. If you see a class that you want to take, sign up as soon as you can!
Questions or ready to learn more?
Email: cpbs@unl.edu
https://cedarpoint.unl.edu/
Cedar Point Biological Station
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
170 Cedar Point Drive
Ogallala, NE 69153
More details at: https://cedarpoint.unl.edu/