35+ university-hosted pre-college STEM programs for high schoolers near Northern Virginia — AI, research, engineering, and science tracks. Compare admissions, prices, and dates.
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High school students gain firsthand experience with the research process and technical skills in robotics by volunteering in a MARC laboratory during the summer.
Age Group
High School
Location
Multiple Locations (Fairfax Campus and Mason Square (Arlington))
Phone
(703) 993-5010
This two-week immersive program introduces high school students to modern computing hardware and intelligent systems through hands-on modules in AI, machine learning, Python programming, IoT platforms, electronic circuit design, and robotics.
Age Group
High School
Location
Room 4100, Virginia Tech, 3625 Potomac Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305
Phone
N/A
High school students explore modern computing hardware, intelligent systems, AI, machine learning, Python programming, IoT platforms, and robotics through hands-on modules.
Age Group
High School
Location
Virginia Tech's BRICCS Lab at the Potomac Yard campus, 3625 Potomac Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305
Phone
N/A
An immersive program for high school students to explore modern computing hardware, intelligent systems, AI, machine learning, Python programming, and robotics through hands-on modules.
Age Group
High School
Location
Potomac Yard campus, 3625 Potomac Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305
Phone
N/A
High school students step into the role of an intelligence analyst, assessing global threats, managing crises, and developing strategies to safeguard national interests, including cybersecurity.
Age Group
High School
Location
Georgetown University, Washington, DC
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This intensive one-week AI literacy bootcamp empowers high school students to understand and critically engage with artificial intelligence through hands-on exploration using no-code platforms, building and testing AI models, and analyzing real-wo...
Age Group
High School
Location
UVA Fairfax Campus, 8095 Innovation Park Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031
Phone
N/A
Free online program for high school students to learn aviation fundamentals, including weather, navigation, flight systems, and FAA regulations, preparing them for a private pilot's license.
Age Group
High School
Location
Online
Phone
N/A
High school students explore modern computing hardware, intelligent systems, AI, machine learning, Python programming, IoT platforms, electronic circuit design, and robotics through hands-on modules.
Age Group
High School
Location
Room 4100, Virginia Tech, 3625 Potomac Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305
Phone
N/A
Students complete a virtual college preparation course and a 50-hour paid virtual project-based internship, gaining academic preparedness and understanding career pathways.
Age Group
High School
Location
Virtual Program
Phone
N/A
High school students learn AI-powered "vibe coding" to build and launch their own apps, gaining entrepreneurship and real-world tech skills.
Age Group
High School
Location
Virtual/Remote
Phone
N/A
High school students explore artificial intelligence and data science through hands-on activities, building AI models, visualizing data, and examining ethical implications.
Age Group
High School
Location
8095 Innovation Park Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031
Phone
N/A
Rising 11th-12th graders learn how artificial intelligence is used across health systems, hospitals, and community health organizations through daily AI Maker Labs.
Age Group
High School
Location
Fairfax Campus, George Mason University
Phone
703-993-1901
This program introduces high school students to machine learning, artificial intelligence, and generative AI through hands-on experience building simple AI models.
Age Group
High School
Location
Room 4100, Virginia Tech, 3625 Potomac Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305
Phone
N/A
Rising 10th-12th graders explore engineering fundamentals, design processes, and basic programming through hands-on challenges and discussions.
Age Group
High School
Location
In-person course in Fairfax
Phone
N/A
A 7-week online bootcamp providing intensive cybersecurity training and preparing participants for entry-level roles, offering academic credit through Northern Virginia Community College.
Age Group
High School
Location
Virtual
Phone
N/A
This intensive one-week AI literacy bootcamp empowers high school students to understand and critically engage with artificial intelligence through hands-on exploration using no-code platforms, building and testing AI models, and analyzing real-wo...
Age Group
High School
Location
In-person classes in Fairfax, VA
Phone
N/A
High-achieving high school students engage in advanced research at the intersection of biomedical science and data analytics, mentored by university scholars and physicians.
Age Group
High School
Location
Mason Square (Arlington)
Phone
N/A
An intensive 7-week program where high school students invent, prototype, and pitch original solutions to real-world challenges in engineering, global health, social wellness, and sustainability.
Age Group
High School
Location
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA
Phone
N/A
High school students engage in interdisciplinary innovation, learning professional tools in engineering, design, robotics, and digital media production through integrated design projects.
Age Group
High School
Location
4475 Aquia Creek Ln - Horizon Hall 1408, Fairfax, VA 22030
Phone
+1-703-993-5096
An 8-week virtual research program for middle schoolers, providing one-on-one mentorship with a PhD scholar to explore data science and AI, culminating in a high school-level research project.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Virtual
Phone
N/A
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Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Northern Virginia directory lists 384+ local and online programs across the Northern Virginia 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 384+ STEM summer camps in Northern Virginia, VA 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 Northern Virginia 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 Northern Virginia 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 Northern Virginia-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.
