Compare 31+ 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 Jul 13, 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
Students explore various STEM topics like LEGO robotics, science, and engineering through hands-on activities in an energizing college campus environment.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28223
Phone
(704) 687-8622
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
Offers engaging STEAM camps with hands-on activities in robotics, drones, 3D printing, coding, engineering, and science, fostering critical thinking through design-based learning.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
16041 Johnston Rd E, Charlotte, NC 28277
Phone
(980) 339-9396
Provides daily STEM learning through play, fostering academic curiosity and critical thinking with activities from basic engineering concepts to complex technology challenges.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
9335 Harris Corners Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28269
Phone
(704) 595-7529
Campers explore the science of flight through hands-on STEM activities, creative challenges, and inspiring stories of aviation trailblazers.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
4672 First Flight Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208
Phone
(704) 996-9000
Students engage in hands-on activities across various STEM fields, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation in a dynamic learning environment.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
5800 Sardis Rd, Charlotte, NC 28270
Phone
(704) 887-7000
Campers explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through engaging projects and experiments, encouraging curiosity and creative exploration.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
7301 Sardis Rd, Charlotte, NC 28270
Phone
(704) 366-5660
Kids participate in diverse STEM activities, from engineering challenges to scientific investigations, designed to inspire innovation and analytical skills.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
1440 Carmel Rd, Charlotte, NC 28226
Phone
(704) 943-4500
This camp offers play-based STEM activities for early learners from Pre-K to 2nd grade, exploring themes like dinosaurs, robotics, chemistry, and engineering.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC 28078
Phone
(704) 327-2189
Kids build a new robot daily and learn about circuitry and other STEAM concepts through engaging, hands-on projects and fun activities.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Mobile business
Phone
N/A
High school students explore artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotics through hands-on experiences and discussions on ethical implications, guided by university faculty.
Age Group
High School
Location
Davidson College, Davidson, NC
Phone
1-888-709-TECH
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
Students ages 6-14 engage in hands-on tech camps covering robotics, coding, AI, 3D printing, game design, filmmaking, and STEM & Medicine.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
3540 Toringdon Way, Charlotte, NC 28277
Phone
(704) 438-9800
Campers explore career readiness, personal finance, and entrepreneurship through interactive activities and real-world business simulations in Charlotte's Innovation Corridor.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
1701 N. Graham Street, Suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28206
Phone
(704) 536-9668
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
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.
Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Charlotte directory lists 197+ 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 197+ 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.
