4+ university-hosted pre-college STEM programs for high schoolers near Minneapolis — AI, research, engineering, and science tracks. Compare admissions, prices, and dates.
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Empowers rising 11th and 12th graders to understand mathematical engines, Python code, and ethical frameworks driving modern AI innovation through a two-week immersive experience at UMN.
Age Group
High School
Location
599 Walter Library, 117 Pleasant St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Phone
N/A
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
High school students engage in hands-on projects and technical education in architecture, interior design, and graphic design, exploring the design process and interacting with industry professionals.
Age Group
High School
Location
818 Dunwoody Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Phone
(612) 374-5800
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
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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.
