Compare 97+ programs in AI, coding, robotics, science, math & cybersecurity — day camps for kids, summer programs for middle & high schoolers, and university pre-college options. Free directory, no signup required.
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A live online AI program for middle schoolers in grades 6-8. Across 8 hands-on sessions, students learn how AI works, write smart prompts, train their own models, build chatbots, and use AI responsibly. No coding required.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Research Ignited Online Platform
Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821
Learn Python-powered robotics, sensors, electronics, AI, computer vision, and autonomous drone concepts through guided projects in a small-group live online setting. No prior robotics or coding experience is required. Students with prior knowledge can go further through advanced AI-based projects and extensions.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Research Ignited Online Platform
Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821
A prestigious program where high school students engage in independent research projects, guided by expert mentors, with opportunities for publication.
Age Group
High School
Location
Research Ignited Online Platform
Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821
An intensive AI/ML bootcamp designed for high school students to learn the fundamentals of artificial intelligence, coding, and real-world applications through hands-on projects.
Age Group
High School
Location
Research Ignited Online Platform
Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821
Code Ninjas offers coding camps for kids ages 7-14, teaching them how to code by building video games. This location is in Pasadena.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
370 S. Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101
Phone
(626) 403-5669
Athletes aged 12-17 receive professional coaching to improve speed, sprint mechanics, explosive power, and overall athletic performance through structured progressions and high-level instruction.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Not explicitly stated, likely multiple locations or a facility in LA area
Phone
N/A
STEM Center USA offers STEM summer camps with a focus on robotics, coding, and engineering. They offer programs for various age groups, using hands-on activities and projects to engage students.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
251 S. Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101
Phone
(626) 578-0333
This sports and academic day camp for youth ages 9-15 teaches sport fundamentals, promotes physical activity and sportsmanship, and educates in nutrition and wellness.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
University of Southern California campus (UPC)
Phone
N/A
Star Education offers STEM summer camps with a focus on coding, game design, and robotics. Their camps are designed to be fun and engaging, encouraging creativity and problem-solving.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
1450 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Phone
(310) 451-2277
High school students interested in sports medicine explore careers, injury recognition, treatment, rehabilitation, and emergency care through educational workshops and guest speakers.
Age Group
High School
Location
Mira Costa High School Athletic Pavilion
Phone
(310) 726-0750
Science of Sport offers sports-themed STEM summer camps, combining sports with science and technology. Their camps explore the science behind sports, including physics, biomechanics, and nutrition.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Various locations in Santa Monica
Phone
(310) 451-2277
Middle school students train as sports analysts, exploring math, data, game strategy, and engineering to understand the science behind sports, preparing them for future STEM careers.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
N/A
STEMful offers STEM summer camps with a focus on hands-on learning and project-based activities. Their camps cover various STEM topics, including robotics, coding, and engineering design.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Various locations in Glendale
Phone
(818) 246-1000
The Museum of Flight offers aviation and aerospace-themed summer camps for children and teens. Camps cover various topics, including flight simulation, aircraft design, and space exploration. Students participate in hands-on activities and learn from aviation experts.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
2800 N. Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA 91505
Phone
(818) 989-8243
Kidspace Children's Museum offers summer camps with various themes, some of which incorporate STEM activities, such as building challenges, simple machines, and science experiments.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91103
Phone
(626) 449-9144
Camp Galileo offers innovation-focused summer camps for kids in pre-K through 8th grade. Their camps incorporate STEM activities, design challenges, and outdoor adventures.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Various locations in Pasadena
Phone
(800) 854-3684
iD Tech offers a variety of STEM camps for ages 7-19, focusing on coding, game development, robotics, and design. This location is at Caltech in Pasadena.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Caltech, 1200 E California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91125
Phone
1-888-709-8324
The Aquarium of the Pacific offers ocean science-themed summer camps for kids. Camps explore marine biology, oceanography, and environmental science through hands-on activities and exhibits.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
Phone
(562) 590-3100
CodeWizardsHQ offers online coding camps for kids and teens ages 8-18. Their summer camps cover various programming languages and computer science concepts, with a focus on project-based learning.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
(800) 267-7979
CodaKid offers online coding camps for kids ages 8-15, teaching them how to create games, apps, and mods using popular platforms like Minecraft and Roblox.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
N/A
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We list 97+ STEM summer camps in Los Angeles, CA across AI & machine learning, coding, robotics, science, math, space, and cybersecurity. Top picks vary by your child's age and interests — use the category filters above to compare programs by price, duration, and format.
Prices in our Los Angeles directory range from free community programs to $3,000+ for university-hosted pre-college tracks. Most full-day weekly camps run $400–$900 per week; specialized AI and research programs typically run $1,000–$2,500 for the full program. Click any camp for current pricing.
Camps in our Los Angeles listings cover elementary (typically ages 6–10), middle school (11–13), high school (14–18), and selective pre-college research programs for rising seniors. Filter by age group to see only programs that match your child.
Yes — many of our listed programs offer fully online or hybrid formats, especially in AI, coding, and research. Online options are open to students nationwide, including Los Angeles-area kids who can't travel to an in-person camp. Look for the “Virtual Camp” filter or any program tagged Online / Hybrid in the details.
Yes. Several listings are pre-college programs hosted by universities — including residential and commuter options. These are competitive admissions with applications often closing in March/April for summer cohorts. Use the Pre-College filter at the top to see only these programs.
