Compare 400+ 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
Utilizes "Nike How to Coach Kids" programming, rooted in research and science, to develop athletic skills, agility, balance, coordination, and speed through multi-sport activities for youth.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Horner Park - 2741 W. Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Phone
(773) 245-7834
Introduces Chicago high schoolers to data science and AI, helping them progress from basic computing to applied data science research using Python with real-world datasets.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Chicago
Phone
N/A
High school sophomores, juniors, and seniors learn Python programming, conduct inquiry-driven data science research, and develop critical collaboration and problem-solving skills.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Chicago campus in Hyde Park, Chicago
Phone
N/A
High school students immerse in an 11-month research-intensive program, including a six-week summer lab experience, focusing on biomedical investigation at the interface of AI, robotics, and tissue engineering.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Illinois Chicago
Phone
N/A
Develops athletic skills, agility, balance, coordination, and speed through multi-sport activities, using coaching techniques rooted in the latest research and science for youth.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Horner Park - 2741 W. Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Phone
(773) 245-7834
High school students receive an immersive introduction to higher-level mathematical thinking and proof techniques, exploring concepts in set theory, counting, and infinite sets.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Chicago
Phone
N/A
High school students explore the cutting edge of Artificial Intelligence through theoretical discussions, faculty lectures, lab tours, and career guidance at the University of Chicago.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Chicago campus, Chicago, IL
Phone
N/A
High school students explore science and engineering through hands-on experiments, visits to research labs, and trips to scientific institutions like Argonne National Lab. [cite: 5, 2nd search]
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Phone
N/A
Develops engineering, coding, and analytical skills for middle schoolers through hands-on STEM learning and collaborative projects with real-world coding applications.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
(773) 834-3136
Offers technique training and race preparation for competitive swimmers, focusing on speed, efficiency, and mental strategies, including mind power workshops and yoga.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Lake Forest Academy, 1500 West Kennedy Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Phone
N/A
Athletes receive personalized training in endurance, speed, and tempo, along with instruction on nutrition, stretching, and general health for optimal performance.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
1076 W. Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL 60608
Phone
(312) 421-5900
Students in grades K-8 engage in AI-powered academics, coding fundamentals, and computational thinking through hands-on projects in a one-week summer program.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Chicago, IL
Phone
N/A
An online program designed for high school students to explore practical applications of mathematics through virtual problem-solving sessions and real-world scenarios.
Age Group
High School
Location
Virtual
Phone
N/A
Offers live online programs where kids aged 8-16 build real robots and learn coding, problem-solving, and engineering thinking through hands-on projects.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Virtual
Phone
+1 (847) 505-8855
Engages children in daily sports, fitness, and STEM activities to build athletic skills, confidence, and healthy habits.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
4710 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Phone
N/A
This aquatic sports camp teaches water safety skills, rescue techniques, and boat handling, applying scientific principles of hydrodynamics and human physiology.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Multiple Locations (select beaches citywide)
Phone
N/A
Middle school students learn mobile app development using Swift Playgrounds, engaging in team-building activities and human-centered design challenges to build problem-solving skills.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Discovery Partners Institute, 200 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606
Phone
N/A
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Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Chicago directory lists 400+ local and online programs across the Chicago 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 400+ STEM summer camps in Chicago, IL 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago-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.
