STEM Summer Camps in New York, NY — Summer 2026

Compare 335+ 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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AI & Machine Learning
Recommended

AI Explorers Lab

💰 From $699

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

Robotics & Engineering
Recommended

AI Robotics & Autonomous Drone Lab

💰 From $799

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

AI & Machine Learning
Recommended

AI Agent Builder Lab

💰 From $499

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

AI & Machine Learning
🏫 St. John's University

St. John's University Kids AI Coding & Safety Camp

Campers use AI to craft pictures and stories, create video games and chatbots, learn coding, and master responsible and safe AI usage.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
St. John's University, Queens, NY

Phone
(718) 990-2000

Coding & Software Development
🏫 New York University

NYU Precollege - Computer Programming & Creative Coding

High school students take undergraduate courses like Introduction to Computer Programming and Creative Coding, earning college credits and experiencing university life.

Age Group
High School

Location
New York University (in person on campus)

Phone
(212) 998-2289

Robotics & Engineering

BetterMind Labs AI/Robotics Research Program

High school students engage in mentor-led research projects in AI and robotics, focusing on real-world applications and developing skills for college admissions.

Age Group
High School

Location
Virtual

Phone
N/A

Mathematics & Data Science
🏫 Columbia University

Columbia Engineering - Engineering the Next Generation (ENG)

High school juniors and seniors engage in a six-week summer research program at Columbia Engineering, working with faculty and graduate mentors on active projects to develop technical skills.

Age Group
High School

Location
500 W. 120th St., New York, NY

Phone
N/A

Mathematics & Data Science
🏫 Columbia University

The Coding School - Summer Research Program with Columbia University (Data Science)

High school students develop data science skills, conduct research with Columbia University faculty, gain laboratory experience, and analyze data for real-world projects.

Age Group
High School

Location
Columbia University, New York, NY

Phone
N/A

🏫 NYU

NYU Research Institute of Sport & Exercise (RISE) Summer Research Internship

High school students conduct collaborative research in sports medicine, injury surveillance, epidemiology, and data analysis under the guidance of experts.

Age Group
High School

Location
Multiple Locations (NYU Affiliation)

Phone
(917) 767-1784

🏫 SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University

SUNY Downstate BK-SWAG Program

Student-athletes interested in healthcare careers connected to sports and medicine learn sports medicine skills, shadow professionals, receive first aid training, and gain college readiness.

Age Group
High School

Location
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, Brooklyn, NY

Phone
(718) 270-4000

Robotics & Engineering

NORY

💰 $640–$890/wk

STEM-powered camps with robotics, woodworking, and coding.

Age Group
Elementary

Location
Multiple Manhattan and Brooklyn Locations

Phone
+ (917) 521 6630

Science & Innovation

FasTracKids Summer STE(A)M Adventure Camp

💰 From $100/day

Campers explore a new career each week, interact with the SmartBoard Learning Station, role play, do arts and crafts, conduct experiments, and improve their math and literacy skills.

Age Group
Elementary

Location
Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Staten Island Locations

Phone
+1 (303) 224 0200

Robotics & Engineering

iCAMP STEAM Summer Camps

Holistic STEAM program with coding, robotics, studio and graphic art, science, filmmaking, video game design, and 3D printing.

Age Group
Elementary

Location
Multiple Manhattan Locations

Phone
+1 (917) 970 7791

Science & Innovation

Tip-Top Brain Learning Center - Classes & STEAM Camps

Academically minded STEAM camp with foundational math, reading, and writing concepts, play-based activities, arts and crafts, science experiments, and games.

Age Group
Elementary

Location
Astoria, Queens

Phone
+1 (718) 440 3541

Science & Innovation

Koko NYC Summer Camps

💰 From $745/wk

Encourages children to think outside the box with hands-on material exploration and building activities.

Age Group
Elementary

Location
Park Slope, Brooklyn

Phone
N/A

Robotics & Engineering

Dazzling Discoveries

💰 $160–$175/day

Variety of hands-on STEM classes and camps, including building cardboard houses and designing robotic creatures.

Age Group
Elementary

Location
Upper West Side, Manhattan

Phone
+1 (917) 288 9975

Coding & Software Development

Camp Tech Revolution NYC

💰 $949–$1,199/wk

More than 50 award-winning, enriching summer camps in tech and creative arts, including Minecraft, Alexa skills, 3D printing, game design, Roblohttps://www.lavnercampsandprograms.com/summer-camp-locations/#locationsx, AI, spy tech, engineering, digital music, and even an all-girls option.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Greenwich Village, Manhattan

Phone
+1 (888) 854 2267

Coding & Software Development

The Coding Space Camps

💰 From $875/wk

Campers build engineering grit and teamwork skills by collaborating on daily STEM challenges, like building the strongest bridge or tallest tower, making a light blink in Arduino, inventing a Rube Goldberg machine to solve a problem, and more.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Upper East Side and Park Slope, Brooklyn

Phone
+1 (929) 352-1272

Science & Innovation

Brooklyn Preschool of Science

💰 $620–$775/wk

Science-based curriculum with summer science camp option, fun weekly themes, and expansive living plant walls and 300-gallon fish tanks.

Age Group
Elementary

Location
Multiple Brooklyn Locations

Phone
+1 (347) 844-9699

Science & Innovation

Launch Math + Science Centers

One-week STEM summer camps with a 4:1 camper-to-staff ratio, where children explore various STEM topics.

Age Group
Elementary

Location
Upper West Side, Manhattan

Phone
+1 (212) 600-1010

Year-round STEM competitions in New York

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STEM summer camps near you in New York, NY

Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free New York directory lists 335+ local and online programs across the New York 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.

Frequently asked questions about STEM summer camps in New York

What is the best STEM summer camp in New York for 2026?

We list 335+ STEM summer camps in New York, NY 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.

How much do STEM summer camps cost in New York?

Prices in our New York 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.

What ages can attend STEM summer camps in New York?

Camps in our New York 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.

Are there online or virtual STEM camps for students in New York?

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 New York-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.

Can high schoolers attend university pre-college STEM programs near New York?

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.