STEM Summer Camps in Minneapolis, MN — Summer 2026

Compare 113+ programs in AI, coding, robotics, science, math & cybersecurity — day camps for kids, summer programs for middle & high schoolers, and university pre-college options. Free directory, no signup required.

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AI & Machine Learning
Recommended

AI Explorers Lab

💰 From $699

A live online AI program for middle schoolers in grades 6-8. Across 8 hands-on sessions, students learn how AI works, write smart prompts, train their own models, build chatbots, and use AI responsibly. No coding required.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Research Ignited Online Platform

Phone
+1‪ (919) 213-1821‬

Robotics & Engineering
Recommended

AI Robotics & Autonomous Drone Lab

💰 From $799

Learn Python-powered robotics, sensors, electronics, AI, computer vision, and autonomous drone concepts through guided projects in a small-group live online setting. No prior robotics or coding experience is required. Students with prior knowledge can go further through advanced AI-based projects and extensions.

Age Group
Middle/High School

Location
Research Ignited Online Platform

Phone
+1‪ (919) 213-1821‬

AI & Machine Learning
Recommended

AI Agent Builder Lab

💰 From $499

Go from AI user to AI builder in one weekend. A live, online intro where students with no coding experience learn how large language models work and build their own multi-agent AI app using professional tools like CrewAI.

Age Group
Middle/High School

Location
Research Ignited Online Platform

Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821

Science & Innovation

AP Biology Summer Bridge

💰 $999–$1,499

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

Science & Innovation

AP Chemistry Summer Bridge

💰 $999–$1,499

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

Coding & Software Development

AP Computer Science A Summer Bridge

💰 $999–$1,499

A live, online 6-week bridge that teaches real Java programming from scratch before the school year — objects, classes, arrays & ArrayLists, inheritance, and recursion — in a browser-based environment with no setup, so students walk into AP CS A already coding.

Age Group
High School

Location
Research Ignited Online Platform

Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821

Mathematics & Data Science

AP Statistics Summer Bridge

💰 $999–$1,499

A live, online 6-week bridge that previews the full AP Statistics course before the school year — exploring and visualizing data, probability and distributions, sampling, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing — so students learn to think with data before AP class begins.

Age Group
High School

Location
Research Ignited Online Platform

Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821

Mathematics & Data Science

AP Calculus AB Summer Bridge

💰 $999–$1,499

A live, online 6-week bridge that previews AP Calculus AB before the school year — limits and continuity, derivatives and their applications, and integration and the Fundamental Theorem — so students arrive ready instead of playing catch-up.

Age Group
High School

Location
Research Ignited Online Platform

Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821

Space & Aviation

Aerospace Engineering & Mission Design Lab

💰 From $999

A structured, college-level foundation course in aerospace engineering, taught live online over 6 weeks. Every session pairs strong concept-building with a hands-on lab in college-level simulators, and students design and defend a capstone mission at the end. No prior aerospace experience required.

Age Group
Middle/High School

Location
Research Ignited Online Platform

Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821

Space & Aviation

Aerospace Research Fellowship

💰 From $2,500

Advanced 1:1 mentor-guided fellowship where high school students conduct an original aerospace research project — from aviation safety and drones to satellites, space medicine, and sustainable aviation — and produce a serious deliverable for college applications, with optional journal-publication support.

Age Group
High School

Location
Research Ignited Online Platform

Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821

AI & Machine Learning

AI Startup Lab

💰 From $999

A live, online 6-week lab where students in grades 8–12 use AI tools, market research, product design, and a simple startup financial model to build an AI-powered startup concept — finishing with a prototype, business model, and a founder-style pitch deck. No business or coding experience required.

Age Group
Middle/High School

Location
Research Ignited Online Platform

Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821

Coding & Software Development

AI Scholars Program

An intensive AI/ML bootcamp designed for high school students to learn the fundamentals of artificial intelligence, coding, and real-world applications through hands-on projects.

Age Group
High School

Location
Virtual

Phone
(919) 213-1821

Coding & Software Development

AI Explorers Lab

A live online AI program for middle schoolers to learn how AI works, write smart prompts, train their own models, build chatbots, and use AI responsibly.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Virtual

Phone
(919) 213-1821

Coding & Software Development

AI Robotics & Autonomous Drone Lab

Students learn Python-powered robotics, sensors, electronics, AI, computer vision, and autonomous drone concepts through guided projects in a live online setting.

Age Group
Middle/High School

Location
Virtual

Phone
(919) 213-1821

Robotics & Engineering

Engineering For Kids® of Minneapolis - Robotics Camp

Kids design, build, and program robots with LEGO® and other systems, learning mechanical and computer engineering concepts through engaging challenges.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
4800 Douglas Dr N Minneapolis MN 55429

Phone
(763) 703-1759

Robotics & Engineering

Tech Academy - Game Coding & Robotic Engineering Camp

Students learn about coding and robotics through hands-on projects, building and programming robots to navigate obstacle courses or complete challenges.

Age Group
Elementary

Location
Bottineau Recreation Center Minneapolis, MN

Phone
N/A

Robotics & Engineering

Minneapolis Public Schools - GEMS-GISE STEM Academy

Students in grades K-8 engage in project-based learning focused on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, including hands-on robotics and technology integration.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Multiple Locations

Phone
(612) 668-1207

Science & Innovation
🏫 University of Minnesota

MnRI Technology Day Camp

Middle school students learn about robots and robotic technology through hands-on activities, including soldering, electronic circuit design, CAD, and programming.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Shepherd Laboratories 100 Union St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

Phone
N/A

Science & Innovation
🏫 University of Minnesota

Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAV) Camp

High school students learn about connected and automated vehicle technology, explore career opportunities, and build automated electric skateboards.

Age Group
High School

Location
University of Minnesota Twin Cities, East Bank campus, Minneapolis, MN 55455

Phone
N/A

Science & Innovation
🏫 University of Minnesota

MN ASM Materials Camp

High school students gain hands-on experience in materials science and engineering through mini-demonstrations, field trips, and extensive laboratory involvement.

Age Group
High School

Location
Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science (CEMS) at the University of Minnesota campus

Phone
N/A

Year-round STEM competitions in Minneapolis

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STEM summer camps near you in Minneapolis, MN

Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Minneapolis directory lists 113+ local and online programs across the Minneapolis 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.

Frequently asked questions about STEM summer camps in Minneapolis

What is the best STEM summer camp in Minneapolis for 2026?

We list 113+ STEM summer camps in Minneapolis, MN 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.

How much do STEM summer camps cost in Minneapolis?

Prices in our Minneapolis 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.

What ages can attend STEM summer camps in Minneapolis?

Camps in our Minneapolis 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.

Are there online or virtual STEM camps for students in Minneapolis?

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 Minneapolis-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.

Can high schoolers attend university pre-college STEM programs near Minneapolis?

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.