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Coding & Software Development · 🏫 Stanford University

iD Tech Camps - Stanford University

iD Tech offers a unique blend of cutting-edge STEM curriculum with the experience of campus life at a prestigious university like Stanford, fostering both technical skills and personal growth.

🔥 Middle School 🕒 1-week Day Camp In-person All skill levels 💰 $1,079–$1,279/week

About this camp

iD Tech Camps at Stanford University offer an immersive STEM learning experience for kids and teens. Participants can dive into a variety of courses including coding, game development, robotics, AI, and 3D printing. The curriculum is designed to be hands-on, allowing students to build impressive projects such as playable Unity games, trained machine learning models, or functional VEX robots. The camps emphasize skill development in a fun and collaborative environment, with expert tech mentors guiding students. Beyond technical skills, campers also develop problem-solving abilities, creativity, and confidence. The program aims to provide a taste of collegiate life, with students attending sessions in state-of-the-art labs and enjoying campus amenities at Stanford University.

For older teens (13-18), iD Tech also offers intensive, two-week Teen Academies. These academies provide a rigorous, pre-college experience with assignment-driven programming workshops. Students in these academies can build a college-ready digital portfolio and gain insights into STEM fields as potential career paths. Both the weeklong camps and two-week academies blend instruction with recreational activities like outdoor games, gaming tournaments, and social events, fostering friendships and a well-rounded summer experience.

What a typical day looks like

A typical day includes approximately five hours of instruction in labs, with breaks for outdoor activities, board games, and socializing. Overnight campers also have dinner, evening activities, and free time.

Best suited for

This camp is best for tech-minded kids and teens aged 7-19 who are looking to explore coding, game development, robotics, and AI in a university setting.

What you'll learn

Coding Game Development Robotics Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning 3D Printing Python

Location

Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA 94305

Sponsored by Research Ignited

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