Compare 229+ 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
Go from AI user to AI builder in one weekend. A live, online intro where students with no coding experience learn how large language models work and build their own multi-agent AI app using professional tools like CrewAI.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Research Ignited Online Platform
Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821
A summer training camp designed to help youth athletes improve speed, movement, confidence, and leadership through structured speed, agility work, and competitive drills.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
San Diego County, Bonita, CA
Phone
N/A
Students explore human anatomy, biomechanics, and exercise science through engaging lab work and hands-on clinical experiences, gaining a solid foundation in physical therapy.
Age Group
High School
Location
UC San Diego
Phone
N/A
Offers higher-level training for various sports, focusing on athletic excellence, skill mastery, and building lasting bonds with fellow athletes.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Point Loma Nazarene University campus, San Diego, CA
Phone
(760) 717-0923
Students design, code, debug, and test Android applications using Java and Android Studio, building skills for future programming careers.
Age Group
High School
Location
Virtual
Phone
(858) 534-0804
Students build and program robots, learning coding, 3D modeling, game development, and app creation in an engaging virtual camp format.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Virtual Camp
Phone
N/A
Youth ages 7–14 immerse themselves in STEM learning through hands-on lab activities, guest STEM professionals, and field trips, exploring various science topics weekly.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
608 51st St, San Diego, CA 92114
Phone
N/A
High school students in grades 10-12 gain exposure to computational science and related research fields through an eight-week volunteer program with mentorship and project work.
Age Group
High School
Location
San Diego Supercomputer Center, UC San Diego
Phone
N/A
High school students engage in a six-week paid internship conducting hands-on research in stem cell and regenerative medicine at leading San Diego research institutes.
Age Group
High School
Location
UC San Diego and affiliated research institutes
Phone
N/A
Researchers and students learn best practices for effectively running machine learning and data science applications on advanced cyberinfrastructure and high-performance computing systems.
Age Group
High School
Location
9836 Hopkins Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093-0505
Phone
(858) 534-5000
Girls and boys entering grades 3-5 learn computer animation and programming fundamentals using Scratch to create their own stories and games.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Serra 134, USD Campus, 5998 Alcala Park, San Diego CA 92110
Phone
(619) 335-5378
Students learn about science through interactive S.T.E.A.M. lessons, hands-on projects, and creative activities, fostering an appreciation for creation.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
8283 Ronson Rd, San Diego
Phone
N/A
Students build and program robots, engaging in hands-on challenges that foster creativity and problem-solving, including AI programming, for various skill levels.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
4860 Convoy St #205, San Diego, CA 92111
Phone
(858) 869-7777
Students engage in hands-on research monitoring seafood fraud, learning molecular biology skills, and exploring technological advancements in marine science.
Age Group
High School
Location
MCTF on SIO Campus in the Aburto Lab
Phone
N/A
Middle and high school students learn robotics, coding (Scratch & Python), AI, cybersecurity, and renewable energy, with hands-on activities and campus tours.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
San Diego State University
Phone
(619) 594-6555
Students explore wellness and science through activities like garden-to-table cooking, nutrition, gardening, herbology, climate change, and environmental science.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Balboa Park, San Diego
Phone
N/A
Kids and teens learn coding, game design, app development, and robotics in a university setting, balancing STEM skill development with summer fun.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
University of California, San Diego, 9500 Gilman Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093
Phone
1-888-709-8324
Teens learn AI, data science, and machine learning through Python coding, game development, and other hands-on projects in a university setting.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA
Phone
1-888-709-8324
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Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free San Diego directory lists 229+ local and online programs across the San Diego metro area — including AI, coding, robotics, science, and math camps for kids, middle schoolers, and high school students. Compare prices, dates, age groups, and formats, then filter by focus area above to find the closest match for Summer 2026.
We list 229+ STEM summer camps in San Diego, 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego-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.
