Compare 18+ Science & Innovation programs in Charlotte — day camps, summer programs, and university pre-college options for kids, teens & high schoolers. Free directory with prices & dates.
Refreshed weekly · Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Students in grades 6-9 build, code, lead, and collaborate in hands-on projects covering AI, robotics, and engineering, balanced with outdoor activities.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
4200 McKee Road, Charlotte, NC 28270
Phone
(980) 292-1441
High school students learn Python coding through hands-on projects and problem-solving, building fundamental programming skills in a university setting.
Age Group
High School
Location
UNC Charlotte
Phone
(704) 687-8726
A live, online 6-week bridge that previews the major AP Biology units before the school year — cells, genetics, molecular biology, evolution, and ecology — taught by working researchers so students walk into AP class already familiar with the material.
Age Group
High School
Location
Research Ignited Online Platform
Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821
A live, online 6-week bridge that previews the major AP Chemistry units before the school year — atomic structure, bonding, stoichiometry, kinetics, equilibrium, and thermochemistry — so the school year feels like review, not a scramble.
Age Group
High School
Location
Research Ignited Online Platform
Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821
High school students conduct STEM research on the UNC Charlotte campus under the mentorship of faculty and graduate students, designing experiments, collecting data, and presenting findings.
Age Group
High School
Location
UNC Charlotte Campus
Phone
N/A
Kids explore science through hands-on workshops, discovery stations, and high-energy shows, covering themes from space and animals to chemistry and engineering.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
N/A
Students learn Python-powered robotics, sensors, electronics, AI, computer vision, and autonomous drone concepts through guided virtual projects.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Online Platform
Phone
(919) 213-1821
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
Campers engage in hands-on exploration, creativity, and discovery across science, technology, engineering, art, and math with a Hawaiian theme.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
2045 Suttle Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28208
Phone
(704) 464-3830
Students explore Artificial Intelligence, sustainability, leadership, and emerging technologies through hands-on projects and engagement with industry leaders.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
2151 Hawkins St #800, Charlotte, NC
Phone
N/A
Offers over 40 hands-on science, engineering, and technology camps for young innovators, covering themes like robotics, chemistry, and animal science.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Multiple Locations (Antioch Elementary School, The British International School of Charlotte)
Phone
N/A
Campers engage in cutting-edge science, building, and innovating through immersive, week-long STEM experiences.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Charlotte Preparatory School, 212 Boyce Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207
Phone
(704) 366-5993
Offers diverse hands-on STEM programs, including crime scene investigation, AI development, drone adventures, and 3D game design.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Multiple Locations (e.g., 1112 Charlottetowne Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28204)
Phone
(704) 330-4223
Provides over 70 themed STEM camps covering astronomy, robotics, chemistry, medicine, and more for a hands-on summer of discovery.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Multiple Locations (e.g., Cross & Crown Lutheran Church, St John's United Methodist Church)
Phone
(704) 490-6759
An intensive five-day STEM enrichment academy for high school students, focusing on Science Olympiad-style challenges, lab investigations, and engineering projects.
Age Group
High School
Location
UNC Charlotte
Phone
(704) 687-8722
Kids ages 5-12 engage in hands-on STEM activities, including science experiments, engineering challenges, coding, and exploring topics like space, animals, and chemistry.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
301 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202
Phone
(704) 286-8302
Campers ages 5-12 explore sustainable design, recycling, upcycling, and robotics through interactive projects to create innovative solutions for environmental challenges.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
932 Seigle Ave. Charlotte, NC 28205
Phone
N/A
A seven-week pre-college program for grades 6-12, offering hands-on enrichment in math, science, and engineering, including field trips, lectures, and robotics.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28223
Phone
(704) 687-8726
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Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Charlotte directory lists 120+ local and online programs across the Charlotte 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 120+ STEM summer camps in Charlotte, NC 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte-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.
