Compare 22+ Cybersecurity programs in Northern Virginia — day camps, summer programs, and university pre-college options for kids, teens & high schoolers. Free directory with prices & dates.
Refreshed weekly · Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Cadets engage in advanced cybersecurity training, including briefings from USAF Cyber Operations, facility tours, and preparation for certifications like CompTIA Security+ and Cisco CCNA.
Age Group
High School
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
N/A
Students explore foundational knowledge in cybersecurity, engineering, and robotics through hands-on projects, fostering teamwork, communication, and digital literacy skills.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
1010 Corporate Drive ste 103, Stafford, VA 22554
Phone
(571) 406-6321
Students receive hands-on instruction in Linux fundamentals, Python for gaming, AI and deepfake fraud, cyber attacks, online safety, and cybersecurity careers.
Age Group
High School
Location
Marymount University - Ballston Center, 1000 North Glebe Road, Arlington, VA 22201
Phone
N/A
Teens eager to learn online safety, hacking basics, and digital defense gain hands-on experience in a fun, interactive environment.
Age Group
High School
Location
Quantico Cyber Hub, 1010 Corporate Drive, Stafford, VA 22554
Phone
N/A
Students are introduced to the foundations of cybersecurity, including personal and network security, cyber law, encryption, virtual machines, and the Linux command line through online activities and labs.
Age Group
High School
Location
Virtual Camp (Online)
Phone
N/A
High school juniors and seniors explore technology careers, including cybersecurity, through hands-on labs and industry visits at various Northern Virginia Community College campuses.
Age Group
High School
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
N/A
A 7-week online bootcamp providing intensive cybersecurity training and preparing participants for entry-level roles, offering academic credit through Northern Virginia Community College.
Age Group
High School
Location
Virtual
Phone
N/A
Campers explore cybersecurity, coding, and technology through immersive spy-themed missions, including virtual drones, surveillance systems, and encryption challenges.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Fusion Academy – Alexandria
Phone
(888) 854-2267
Junior investigators develop observational and analytical skills by solving mock crime scenes through hands-on forensic science, including fingerprint analysis and DNA extraction.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
(877) 684-1260
Students build and modify robots to handle cybersecurity challenges, protect data, and solve mission-based puzzles, including building specialized Spy Bots.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
1340 Old Chain Bridge Road, Suite 203, McLean, VA 22101
Phone
(571) 439-1433
This seven-week internship program for high school rising seniors and recent graduates provides hands-on experiential learning opportunities with local STEM and cybersecurity industry partners, addressing workforce gaps and building professional s...
Age Group
High School
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
N/A
Rising 8th and 9th grade students learn about the multiple facets of cybersecurity and potential careers through hands-on activities led by Virginia Tech staff and faculty.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Virginia Tech Research Center, Arlington, Virginia
Phone
N/A
Virginia high school students learn about artificial intelligence and its crucial role in national security through a new summer camp supported by Virginia Tech's CCI Northern Virginia Node.
Age Group
High School
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
N/A
Students ages 13-17 learn essential cybersecurity skills like risk management, threat analysis, and network security to protect systems, preparing for the CompTIA Security+ exam.
Age Group
High School
Location
1010 Corporate Dr., Suite 103, Stafford, VA 22554
Phone
(571) 406-6321
This 5-day camp uses Minecraft: Education Edition to introduce students to cybersecurity, covering digital citizenship, phishing scams, strong passwords, network building, and data encryption.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Ashburn, VA (specific address not in snippet, but linked to iCode Ashburn)
Phone
(703) 727-7078
Students learn fundamental cybersecurity concepts, including password security, online safety, cyber threats, encryption, and ethical hacking through hands-on activities and simulations.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
(703) 868-6622
Campers engage in activities covering computer hardware, cybersecurity, coding, and machine design within a broad STEM curriculum.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA
Phone
N/A
Kids learn ethical hacking techniques, tools, and legal boundaries through hands-on simulations to identify system vulnerabilities and improve security.
Age Group
High School
Location
46175 Westlake Dr. #240, Sterling, VA 20165
Phone
(703) 554-3827
Campers learn encryption, ciphers, and decoding puzzles through hands-on activities, connecting logic with spy missions to understand cybersecurity fundamentals.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Oakton Elementary School, 3000 Chain Bridge Rd, Oakton, VA 22124
Phone
(703) 324-8571
Students explore cybersecurity concepts and technologies through engaging hands-on activities within a multi-track STEM summer camp setting.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Briar Woods High School, 22525 Belmont Ridge Rd, Ashburn, VA 20148
Phone
(571) 252-1000
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Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Northern Virginia directory lists 279+ local and online programs across the Northern Virginia 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 279+ STEM summer camps in Northern Virginia, VA 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 Northern Virginia 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 Northern Virginia 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 Northern Virginia-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.
