Compare 15+ Science & Innovation programs in Bay Area — day camps, summer programs, and university pre-college options for kids, teens & high schoolers. Free directory with prices & dates.
Refreshed weekly · Last updated Jun 5, 2026
High school juniors and seniors conduct intensive biomedical research in Stanford labs, exploring areas like immunology, neuroscience, and bioengineering under faculty mentorship over eight weeks.
Age Group
High School
Location
Stanford School of Medicine, Stanford University
Phone
N/A
Teens ages 13-17 learn coding, game design, robotics, AI, and machine learning through immersive, week-long day and overnight programs on the Stanford University campus.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Stanford University
Phone
N/A
High school teens engage in hands-on scientific research at UC Berkeley labs, investigating topics such as nano-satellite engineering, artificial intelligence, and the psychology of wellbeing.
Age Group
High School
Location
UC Berkeley
Phone
N/A
Campers ages 4-15 explore cutting-edge STEM fields like AI, drones, 3D printing, robotics, coding, and medical science through engaging, project-based activities at multiple Bay Area locations.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
San Jose, Cupertino, Santa Clara, Mountain View, Campbell, Saratoga
Phone
(669) 269-4642
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
Campers in grades 1-6 dive into hands-on STEM topics like space exploration and toy engineering, exploring the interactive Planetarium and Animal Discovery Zone.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
1 Centennial Drive, Berkeley, CA 94720
Phone
(510) 642-5134
High school students explore diverse academic subjects like computer science, bioscience, and engineering through intensive two-week online courses with Stanford-affiliated instructors.
Age Group
High School
Location
Online
Phone
(626) 403-8900
Grades K-8 explore local marine habitats and animals through hands-on science activities, including interactions with live marine animals and trips aboard a research vessel.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
500 Discovery Parkway, Redwood City, CA 94063
Phone
(650) 364-2760
High school students gain practical experience in science and engineering through lectures and lab sessions focusing on quantum, optics, lasers, semiconductors, and quantum tech.
Age Group
High School
Location
UC Berkeley, 2601 Warring Street, Berkeley, CA 94720-2288
Phone
+1 (510) 642-4444
Kids and teens ages 6-14 immerse in cutting-edge STEM topics like robotics, AI, coding, game design, and 3D printing through hands-on projects on the SFSU campus.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
1600 Holloway Ave, San Francisco, CA 94132
Phone
(415) 854-1075
High school students conduct genomics research in a Stanford lab, gaining hands-on experience and professional development in computational genetics.
Age Group
High School
Location
Stanford University
Phone
N/A
High school students participate in biomedical research projects with one-on-one faculty mentorship, workshops, and seminars in health and biomedical sciences.
Age Group
High School
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
N/A
A virtual camp featuring engaging science lectures, demos, and hands-on activities in physics, biology, engineering, and technology, with a focus on AI and science fair preparation.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Virtual
Phone
N/A
Students in grades 1-9 explore various science topics like genetics, neuroscience, and medical science through hands-on experiments, demonstrations, and projects.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Multiple locations in San Francisco (Mission St. @ 22nd Street, California @ Arguello, 140 Balboa Street @ 3rd Ave)
Phone
(415) 221-6161
Kids explore STEM concepts through hands-on activities in aerospace, chemical, and mechanical engineering, robotics, and electronic game design.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
1636A Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122
Phone
(415) 527-0497
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Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Bay Area directory lists 98+ local and online programs across the Bay Area 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 98+ STEM summer camps in Bay Area, 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 Bay Area 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 Bay Area 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 Bay Area-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.
