26+ university-hosted pre-college STEM programs for high schoolers near Northern Virginia — AI, research, engineering, and science tracks. Compare admissions, prices, and dates.
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This two-week immersive program introduces high school students to modern computing hardware and intelligent systems through hands-on modules in AI, machine learning, Python programming, IoT platforms, electronic circuit design, and robotics.
Age Group
High School
Location
Room 4100, Virginia Tech, 3625 Potomac Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305
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N/A
An immersive program for high school students to explore modern computing hardware, intelligent systems, AI, machine learning, Python programming, and robotics through hands-on modules.
Age Group
High School
Location
Potomac Yard campus, 3625 Potomac Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305
Phone
N/A
This intensive one-week AI literacy bootcamp empowers high school students to understand and critically engage with artificial intelligence through hands-on exploration using no-code platforms, building and testing AI models, and analyzing real-wo...
Age Group
High School
Location
UVA Fairfax Campus, 8095 Innovation Park Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031
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N/A
Free online program for high school students to learn aviation fundamentals, including weather, navigation, flight systems, and FAA regulations, preparing them for a private pilot's license.
Age Group
High School
Location
Online
Phone
N/A
High school students explore modern computing hardware, intelligent systems, AI, machine learning, Python programming, IoT platforms, electronic circuit design, and robotics through hands-on modules.
Age Group
High School
Location
Room 4100, Virginia Tech, 3625 Potomac Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305
Phone
N/A
Students complete a virtual college preparation course and a 50-hour paid virtual project-based internship, gaining academic preparedness and understanding career pathways.
Age Group
High School
Location
Virtual Program
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N/A
High school students learn AI-powered "vibe coding" to build and launch their own apps, gaining entrepreneurship and real-world tech skills.
Age Group
High School
Location
Virtual/Remote
Phone
N/A
Rising 10th-12th graders explore engineering fundamentals, design processes, and basic programming through hands-on challenges and discussions.
Age Group
High School
Location
In-person course in Fairfax
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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
This intensive one-week AI literacy bootcamp empowers high school students to understand and critically engage with artificial intelligence through hands-on exploration using no-code platforms, building and testing AI models, and analyzing real-wo...
Age Group
High School
Location
In-person classes in Fairfax, VA
Phone
N/A
High-achieving high school students engage in advanced research at the intersection of biomedical science and data analytics, mentored by university scholars and physicians.
Age Group
High School
Location
Mason Square (Arlington)
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N/A
An intensive 7-week program where high school students invent, prototype, and pitch original solutions to real-world challenges in engineering, global health, social wellness, and sustainability.
Age Group
High School
Location
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA
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N/A
An 8-week virtual research program for middle schoolers, providing one-on-one mentorship with a PhD scholar to explore data science and AI, culminating in a high school-level research project.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Virtual
Phone
N/A
Students explore human anatomy, movement fundamentals, and exercise principles through hands-on lab work and clinical education, focusing on injury, rehabilitation, and careers in physical therapy and athletic training.
Age Group
High School
Location
Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Phone
(858) 780-5660
High school juniors and seniors explore engineering technology, data center operations, information technology, and computer science through hands-on activities and industry site visits.
Age Group
High School
Location
Multiple Locations
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N/A
Offers one-week pre-college programs in engineering and AI literacy, teaching students to apply engineering principles and build AI models through interactive labs and projects.
Age Group
High School
Location
UVA Fairfax Campus, 8095 Innovation Park Drive, Fairfax, VA, 22031
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N/A
A highly selective eight-week research internship where high school students work full-time with faculty on projects across various STEM fields, potentially earning academic credit.
Age Group
High School
Location
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA
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N/A
High school students engage in advanced research at the intersection of biomedical science and data analytics, learning R/Python programming and biostatistical analysis.
Age Group
High School
Location
Mason Square, Arlington, VA (hybrid format)
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N/A
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
Intensive, sport-specific training for middle and high school athletes focused on advanced skill development, strength, and athletic performance.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
6805 Industrial Road, Springfield, Virginia 22151
Phone
(703) 239-6846
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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.
