Compare 16+ Science & Innovation programs in Los Angeles — day camps, summer programs, and university pre-college options for kids, teens & high schoolers. Free directory with prices & dates.
Refreshed weekly · Last updated May 30, 2026
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
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
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
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
Kids and teens learn coding, game development, robotics, and 3D printing through hands-on projects in a prestigious university setting.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
California Institute of Technology (Caltech), Pasadena
Phone
(888) 709-8324
California high school students engage in a rigorous four-week academic program, learning advanced mathematics and science from UCLA faculty.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Phone
(530) 752-7360
High school students participate in a pre-college STEM program, tackling real engineering projects, robotics, aerospace, and AI.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Phone
(732) 981-0060
K-12 students explore computer science topics including programming, web design, game design, mobile app creation, and robotics in virtual or in-person sessions.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
University of Southern California (USC), Los Angeles or Virtual
Phone
N/A
Middle school students explore cosmetic chemistry, sports analytics, engineering, and real-world problem-solving in an engaging, hands-on environment.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
University of Southern California (USC), Los Angeles
Phone
N/A
Mad Science offers hands-on science camps for children ages 5-12. Their summer camps explore various scientific themes through interactive experiments, demonstrations, and activities. Camps cover topics like chemistry, biology, physics, and engineering. Mad Science aims to spark curiosity and inspire a love of science.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Various Locations in Los Angeles
Phone
(310) 548-3691
The California Science Center offers a wide range of summer camps for children and teens. Camps cover various topics, including aerospace, biology, chemistry, and engineering. Students participate in hands-on activities, explore exhibits, and learn from museum educators. The camps provide a fun and engaging environment for scientific exploration.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
700 Exposition Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90037
Phone
(213) 744-2019
Camp Invention is a nationally recognized STEM summer camp program for children entering grades K-6. Their camps focus on creativity, innovation, and problem-solving through hands-on activities and challenges. Camp Invention is held at various locations throughout Los Angeles.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Various Locations in Los Angeles
Phone
(800) 968-4332
Destination Science offers hands-on science summer camps for children ages 5-11. Their camps explore various scientific themes through interactive experiments, demonstrations, and outdoor activities. Destination Science aims to provide a fun and educational experience.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Various Locations in Los Angeles
Phone
(888) 909-2822
Club SciKidz offers hands-on science and technology summer camps for children ages 4-15. Their camps cover various STEM topics, including robotics, engineering, coding, and forensics. They have locations throughout Los Angeles.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Various Locations in Los Angeles
Phone
(800) 724-5437
Challenge Island offers STEM-themed summer camps for children ages 4-14. Their camps focus on creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork through hands-on activities and challenges. They have locations throughout Los Angeles.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Various Locations in Los Angeles
Phone
N/A
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We list 73+ 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.
