Compare 41+ Science & Innovation programs in Phoenix — day camps, summer programs, and university pre-college options for kids, teens & high schoolers. Free directory with prices & dates.
Refreshed weekly · Last updated Sep 9, 2026
This camp offers tech-savvy teens and curious minds an unforgettable summer experience diving into the world of STEM, including coding, game design, and robotics.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
University of Arizona, Tempe, AZ, USA
Phone
N/A
Young scientists in grades 2-8 engage in hands-on experiences with exciting themes from space exploration to nature's extremes and engineering marvels, including experiments and planetarium shows.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Phone
N/A
This program introduces middle school students to environmental health and toxicology through hands-on research, interactive learning, and collaboration with university faculty.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Phone
N/A
Young learners are introduced to coding fundamentals through guided, age-appropriate activities, building a foundation in problem-solving, creativity, and logical thinking.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
14891 North Northsight Boulevard, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Phone
(480) 361-5260
Students design, 3D print, wire, and program KiP robots to complete challenges, exploring mechanical design, circuits, and computer programming.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Gary K. Herberger Young Scholars Academy – 4825 University Way N., Phoenix, AZ 85051
Phone
N/A
This two-week program allows high school students to explore biomedical research and precision medicine through hands-on lab shadowing, experimental design, and learning about various diseases.
Age Group
High School
Location
445 N 5th St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Phone
(602) 343-8719
Campers explore diverse ocean habitats, aquatic ecosystems, and animal adaptations through interactive activities, classroom learning, and behind-the-scenes tours.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
9500 E Via De Ventura, Suite A-100, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Phone
(480) 291-8193
Children engage with native and exotic reptiles, learning about their conservation, habitats, adaptations, and rehabilitation through various hands-on activities and educational programs.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Near Scottsdale Rd and Dynamite (full address emailed after registration)
Phone
N/A
Campers investigate Earth's natural world, exploring phenomena like volcanoes and cliffs through science, art, and hands-on discovery, creating nature-inspired projects.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Phone
(602) 648-2766
High school students receive intensive laboratory and science literacy training, followed by six weeks of hands-on research with University of Arizona faculty mentors.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Arizona, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
N/A
A health career exploration program for high school students to prepare for health professions through professional lectures, field trips, and hands-on lab experiences at the College of Medicine.
Age Group
High School
Location
435 N. 5th St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Phone
N/A
Students learn about the science of flight, space missions, Mars rover projects, and the universe through hands-on activities like model rocket creation and solar oven designs.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
4701 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Phone
(602) 264-5291
Students explore academic enrichment, technology, and science with hands-on courses like 'Living Worlds: Terrarium Science' and 'STEAMing Ahead' for various age groups.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
3901 E Stanford Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85253
Phone
(602) 955-8200 x4474
Kids engage in escape rooms and STEM activities, building creativity and problem-solving skills while designing their own escape room.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
9500 East Vía de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Phone
(480) 499-2750
Offers intensive summer tutoring programs and camps that build skills at an accelerated pace, including Minecraft-themed activities to craft tools, build structures, and engineer contraptions.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
(480) 833-7338
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
High school students learn cybersecurity concepts, ethics, careers, and online safety through hands-on activities and other STEM subjects.
Age Group
High School
Location
3300 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, Arizona 85017
Phone
N/A
High school juniors and seniors explore engineering, computer science, hospitality, and business through hands-on learning and experience campus life at GCU.
Age Group
High School
Location
3300 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, Arizona 85017
Phone
N/A
Campers ages 6-14 build serious STEM skills in robotics, coding, game design, AI, 3D printing, and more through hands-on activities.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
13590 N. 47th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85306
Phone
N/A
Students create 2D games using GameMaker, learning game design, coding, and integrating AI tools for image, sound, and music generation.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Brickyard Engineering Building, 699 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
Phone
N/A
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Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Phoenix directory lists 251+ local and online programs across the Phoenix 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 251+ STEM summer camps in Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix-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.
