14+ university-hosted pre-college STEM programs for high schoolers near New York — AI, research, engineering, and science tracks. Compare admissions, prices, and dates.
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Students are introduced to computer science, data analysis, mathematical techniques, and logic that drive machine learning and AI, learning core principles like model development, linear regressions, and neural networks.
Age Group
High School
Location
NYU Tandon School of Engineering, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(646) 997-3600
High school students leverage Python and mathematical techniques to analyze data, create impactful visualizations, and become data-driven decision-makers.
Age Group
High School
Location
Columbia University, New York, NY
Phone
N/A
High schoolers dive into artificial intelligence, ethical coding, data science, and product innovation through immersive, project-based learning on Cornell Tech's Roosevelt Island campus.
Age Group
High School
Location
Cornell Tech campus, 2 West Loop Road, New York, NY 10044
Phone
N/A
High school students build AI applications, learning algorithms from concept to deployment through college-level engineering courses and hands-on projects.
Age Group
High School
Location
Columbia Engineering, 500 W. 120th St, New York, NY
Phone
N/A
Offers high school students an opportunity to explore engineering and computer science through college-level topics, activities, and faculty/student research projects.
Age Group
High School
Location
41 Cooper Square, New York, New York
Phone
(212) 353-4120
High school students engage in a 10-week, fully funded research apprenticeship, including workshops and a 6-week full-time placement in NYU research labs.
Age Group
High School
Location
New York University (NYU)
Phone
N/A
Explores real-world applications of data science and machine learning through hands-on experiences and Python coding, taught by Columbia faculty.
Age Group
High School
Location
Columbia University, Manhattan, NY
Phone
(212) 854-9622
An intensive program where high school students explore college-level mathematical concepts like number theory, graph theory, and computer science through lectures and collaborative problem-solving.
Age Group
High School
Location
NYU Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, 251 Mercer St, New York, NY 10012
Phone
N/A
High school students explore the universe from ancient astronomy to modern cosmology, including planetary systems, black holes, and space travel.
Age Group
High School
Location
203 Lewisohn Hall 2970 Broadway, New York, NY, 10027
Phone
N/A
Students explore cyber-threat intelligence as a discipline, analyzing advanced persistent threat groups and cybercrime networks through case studies and guest speakers.
Age Group
High School
Location
Columbia University, New York, NY
Phone
(212) 854-9679
A free, full-day program introducing high school students to cybersecurity fundamentals, ethical hacking, cryptography, and digital forensics through hands-on challenges and research.
Age Group
High School
Location
NYU Tandon School of Engineering, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
N/A
Students explore cybersecurity careers and develop leadership skills through an immersive pre-college experience, studying at university campuses.
Age Group
High School
Location
Multiple Locations (Columbia University, New York, NY portion)
Phone
(800) 974-6752
Youth explore aviation, aeronautics, and airport management STEM concepts, gaining leadership skills and career insights through hands-on opportunities.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
94-20 Guy R. Brewer Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11451
Phone
(718) 262-5289
High school students delve into game design principles, C# and Unity scripting, and develop 2D Unity games, with an introduction to ethical Generative AI for game development.
Age Group
High School
Location
NYU Campus, Brooklyn
Phone
N/A
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We list 141+ 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
