Compare 5+ Coding & Software Development 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 May 31, 2026
Campers ages 6-14 build tech skills in coding, game design, AI, and robotics through hands-on learning in a cutting-edge environment.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
3540 Toringdon Way, Charlotte, NC 28277
Phone
(704) 438-9800
Campers in grades 3-4 build computer and coding skills using real coding languages to create games, design websites, and program robots.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
168 W 6th St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Phone
(704) 286-8302
Children in grades 1-9 build, code, lead, and collaborate in high-energy, hands-on projects, exploring coding, AI, robotics, and engineering.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
4200 McKee Road, Charlotte, NC 28270
Phone
(980) 292-1441
Students ages 9-13 design, build, and code LEGO® robots as a team to solve challenges, fostering confidence and critical thinking skills.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
2102 Cambridge Beltway Drive, Suite B, Charlotte, NC 28273
Phone
(704) 232-2096
Rising grades 7-9 learn to make their first video game and create experiences using Roblox in this university-affiliated summer program.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28223
Phone
(704) 687-8622
Summer camps are great, but the real portfolio comes from competing. See every FIRST Robotics team in NC — plus pathways, deadlines, and pick lists for math, coding, science, and research competitions.
We list 33+ 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.
