Cybersecurity Summer Camps in New Jersey, NJ — Summer 2026

Compare 14+ Cybersecurity programs in New Jersey — day camps, summer programs, and university pre-college options for kids, teens & high schoolers. Free directory with prices & dates.

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Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking

NJCCIC High School Internship Program - Cybersecurity Basics

High school students virtually learn cybersecurity fundamentals, becoming summer interns at NJCCIC to explore this exciting field.

Age Group
High School

Location
Virtual

Phone
1-833-4-NJCCIC

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NJCCIC Middle School Cyber Safety Cadet Program

Middle school students virtually learn cyber safety, how to stay safe online, and the importance of cybersecurity.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Virtual

Phone
1-833-4-NJCCIC

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🏫 Princeton University

iD Tech Cybersecurity Camps

💰 From $1,229/wk

Students ages 13-18 gain foundational cybersecurity knowledge and hands-on experience in a structured learning environment at Princeton University.

Age Group
Middle/High School

Location
Princeton University, Princeton, NJ

Phone
(888) 709-8324

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Hacking and Cybersecurity

Students learn how hackers operate, engage in code-breaking games, and explore methods to secure themselves online by hacking fake websites.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
1295 Inman Ave, Edison, NJ 08820

Phone
(908) 754-1882

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Cyber Security Gen Z

This 5-week program exposes incoming 9th graders to cybersecurity and cyber forensics as a career, covering cyber ethics, online safety, and national security implications.

Age Group
High School

Location
91 West Market Street, Newark, NJ 07102

Phone
(973) 412-2050

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🏫 Rutgers University

Rutgers University Cybersecurity Summer Camp

Students learn network security, ethical hacking basics, and digital forensics through hands-on labs and interaction with university faculty.

Age Group
High School

Location
Rutgers University, School of Engineering, New Brunswick, NJ

Phone
(848) 445-2210

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🏫 Kean University

Kean University Cyber Defense Program

This program emphasizes competitive skills for Capture the Flag competitions, teaching students problem-solving under pressure in cybersecurity.

Age Group
High School

Location
Kean University, Union, NJ

Phone
(908) 737-KEAN

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🏫 Stockton University

Stockton University Cybersecurity Summer Camp

💰 From $995

Students engage in a week-long immersive experience to learn about cybersecurity fundamentals, ethical hacking, and digital forensics.

Age Group
High School

Location
Stockton University, 101 Vera King Farris Dr, Galloway, NJ 08205

Phone
(609) 652-1776

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🏫 Stevens Institute of Technology

Stevens Institute of Technology Pre-College Cybersecurity (Beginner)

💰 From $3,350

Students gain a basic understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals and system security principles in this one-week residential program.

Age Group
High School

Location
1 Castle Point Terrace, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Phone
(201) 216-5000

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International Ivy Enrichment Programs - Cybersecurity and Cryptography

💰 $440–$880/wk

Students become ethical cyber-defenders, exploring data protection, cyberattacks, secret codes, phishing scams, and command-line tools through hands-on puzzles and challenges.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Multiple Locations

Phone
(908) 899-1338

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🏫 New Jersey Institute of Technology

NJIT STEMx High School Program - Cybersecurity

💰 From $725/wk

High school students immerse themselves in cybersecurity, commuting daily to NJIT for a one-week program taught by university faculty.

Age Group
High School

Location
New Jersey Institute of Technology campus, Newark, NJ

Phone
(973) 596-3550

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hackPHS

High school students from across New Jersey collaborate, innovate, and create projects in a 24-hour hackathon with workshops and prizes.

Age Group
High School

Location
151 Moore St, Princeton, NJ

Phone
N/A

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HackJPS

A 72-hour high-school hackathon in Edison, NJ, bringing together creative minds for intense learning, building, and virtual workshops.

Age Group
Middle/High School

Location
Edison, NJ

Phone
N/A

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AI Cyber-Defense Lab

💰 From $799

Hands-on lab where students build AI-powered scam and phishing detectors and learn the limits of defensive AI filters.

Age Group
High School

Location
Research Ignited Online Platform

Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821

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STEM summer camps near you in New Jersey, NJ

Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free New Jersey directory lists 162+ local and online programs across the New Jersey 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.

Frequently asked questions about STEM summer camps in New Jersey

What is the best STEM summer camp in New Jersey for 2026?

We list 162+ STEM summer camps in New Jersey, NJ 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.

How much do STEM summer camps cost in New Jersey?

Prices in our New Jersey 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.

What ages can attend STEM summer camps in New Jersey?

Camps in our New Jersey 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.

Are there online or virtual STEM camps for students in New Jersey?

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 New Jersey-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.

Can high schoolers attend university pre-college STEM programs near New Jersey?

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.