Compare 43+ 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 Jul 10, 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
Children ages 9-11 reimagine ways to protect and enhance nature through hands-on STEM and art activities, exploring themes like biomimicry and local habitats.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
California Academy of Sciences, 55 Music Concourse Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118
Phone
(415) 379-8000
Campers tackle real-world engineering challenges through hands-on projects, exploring different themes each week.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
The Tech Interactive, 201 S Market St, San Jose, CA 95113
Phone
(408) 294-8324
High school students engage with industry experts in problem-based learning to develop professional skills and explore STEM career opportunities.
Age Group
High School
Location
Multiple Locations (Las Positas College; Cal State East Bay Concord Campus)
Phone
N/A
Campers engage in hands-on building and making projects from raw materials, fostering creativity and problem-solving through iterative design.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Multiple Locations (e.g., Fort Mason, Headlands Center for the Arts)
Phone
(415) 860-2621
A six-week paid internship for high school students to gain hands-on research experience in science and medicine with Stanford faculty.
Age Group
High School
Location
Stanford University
Phone
(650) 723-5711
An intensive five-week program for low-income, first-generation high school students focusing on health science, public health, medicine, and group research projects.
Age Group
High School
Location
Stanford University
Phone
(650) 723-6862
Children ages 5-12 explore science through hands-on experiences, interactive exhibits, and a field trip to the Exploratorium, fostering curiosity and imagination.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
San Francisco State University
Phone
(415) 338-7090
High school students explore surgical anatomy, physiology, and techniques, gaining insights into pre-medical and medical training careers.
Age Group
High School
Location
Stanford University
Phone
N/A
Offers LEGO, science, and inventor camps for elementary students, focusing on active games and hands-on projects to build confidence and creativity.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
(650) 394-5265
Provides hands-on STEM experiences with astronomy, animal science, and engineering activities at UC Berkeley's science center.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
1 Centennial Drive, Berkeley, CA 94720
Phone
(510) 642-5134
Offers playful, adventure-packed STEAM-focused discovery camps with hands-on science, nature exploration, and engineering projects for young children.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
557 McReynolds Road, Sausalito, CA 94965
Phone
(415) 339-3961
An outdoor science day camp exploring local biodiversity and water science through hands-on investigation and real science mentorship at Tilden Regional Park.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Tilden Regional Park
Phone
N/A
Focuses on astronomy and physics with interactive exhibits, planetarium shows, and hands-on activities, inspiring a fascination with space and science.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
10000 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619
Phone
(510) 336-7300
This free residential camp for high school students offers exposure to diverse STEM career possibilities and introduces them to STEM professionals at National Laboratories through hands-on experiences.
Age Group
High School
Location
SLAC and Stanford Campuses, Menlo Park and Palo Alto
Phone
N/A
A selective, interdisciplinary summer research program where high school students collaborate on guided projects integrating humanities and arts into traditional STEM research with Stanford faculty and students.
Age Group
High School
Location
Stanford University, CA
Phone
N/A
Youth engage in industrial arts workshops, exploring STEAM concepts, building confidence, and developing problem-solving skills through activities like metalworking and glass bending.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
1701 7th St, Oakland, CA 94607
Phone
(510) 444-0919
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Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Bay Area directory lists 275+ 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 275+ 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.
