Compare 8+ Science & Innovation programs in Minneapolis — day camps, summer programs, and university pre-college options for kids, teens & high schoolers. Free directory with prices & dates.
Refreshed weekly · Last updated May 31, 2026
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 design, build, and showcase their inventions, practicing creative thinking, problem-solving, and utilizing tools and technology in an engaging environment.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
3537 Zenith Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55416
Phone
(612) 926-3847
Kids in grades K-9th code games, build robots, design 3D prints, and more through hands-on technology projects at various local Minneapolis sites.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
(651) 321-7023
High school students explore STEM pathways through research topics, lab tours, science experiments, and technology demonstrations, networking with peers and faculty.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Minnesota Twin Cities Campus
Phone
(612) 624-2020
Engages children in interactive engineering, robotics, technology, and coding activities, fostering growth through hands-on projects and exploration.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
4800 Douglas Dr N, Minneapolis, MN 55429
Phone
(612) 367-6194
Kids engage in hands-on engineering and technology activities, fostering creativity and curiosity through robotics, coding, LEGO engineering, and carpentry.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
9740 Grand Ave. S. Bloomington, MN 55420
Phone
(952) 888-4262
Children ages 6-15 engage in full-day camp experiences exploring topics like agriculture, ecology, language, math, and science on the University of Minnesota campus.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
University of Minnesota Recreation and Wellness, 123 Harvard Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Phone
(612) 625-2242
A five-year summer and school-year program for girls in grades 8-12, focusing on STEM career exploration, personal development, and college readiness.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
YWCA Midtown and the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
N/A
Summer camps are great, but the real portfolio comes from competing. See every FIRST Robotics team in MN — plus pathways, deadlines, and pick lists for math, coding, science, and research competitions.
We list 50+ 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
