Compare 21+ Science & Innovation programs in New Jersey — day camps, summer programs, and university pre-college options for kids, teens & high schoolers. Free directory with prices & dates.
Refreshed weekly · Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Campers invent, prototype, and test new ideas across technology, science, engineering, and art, experimenting with robots, coding, laser cutters, circuits, and 3D design.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Millburn, NJ
Phone
N/A
Offers hands-on STEM adventures with experiments, engineering builds, and creative challenges in robotics, astronomy, health sciences, chemistry, and 3D design for various age groups.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
N/A
Students engage in lab-based activities, building physical models, extracting DNA, and modifying bacteria, exploring biotechnology, genetics, and cell biology.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
45 Reinhardt Road, Wayne, NJ 07470
Phone
(973) 790-6000 ext.
High school students engage in hands-on, team-based research projects with Kean faculty in fields like Scientific Computation, Cancer Biology, Machine Learning, and Modern Drug Discovery.
Age Group
High School
Location
Kean University, 1000 Morris Ave, Union, NJ
Phone
(908) 737-3461
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
Offers hands-on experiments, engineering challenges, and take-home projects for curious kids who love to build, experiment, and solve real problems.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
142 First Ave, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716
Phone
(732) 704-4545
A residential 'early college' experience offering advanced research tracks in STEAM, where high school students earn transferable college credits.
Age Group
High School
Location
Rowan University, 201 Mullica Hill Rd, Glassboro, NJ 08028
Phone
(856) 256-4028
A full-time, in-person summer research program where high school students work in active Princeton labs on real research projects under faculty supervision.
Age Group
High School
Location
Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544
Phone
(609) 258-3031
Kids and teens learn coding, game development, robotics, and 3D printing through hands-on projects, experiencing a week of STEM and campus life.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Montclair State University
Phone
N/A
High-achieving high school students engage in experience-based learning, conducting scientific research projects with Montclair State University faculty.
Age Group
High School
Location
Montclair State University
Phone
N/A
High school students enroll in online, self-paced courses with in-person coaching, covering topics like Introduction to AI, JavaScript, and Game Development.
Age Group
High School
Location
2039 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07305
Phone
N/A
Students ages 7-17 explore coding, game development, robotics, and creative arts through engaging courses, experiencing university life.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Multiple Locations (Fairleigh Dickinson University campuses)
Phone
N/A
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
Middle school girls engage in hands-on engineering laboratory experiments, explore diverse engineering paths, and discover their potential to shape the future.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering, Glassboro, NJ
Phone
N/A
Middle and high school students engage in workshops, hands-on activities, labs, and projects to explore various engineering disciplines and career opportunities.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Busch Campus, Rutgers University
Phone
N/A
Campers conduct hands-on experiments in week-long sessions, exploring biology, ecology, forensics, physics, AI, and coding.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
One Apollo Drive, Unit I, Whippany, NJ 07981
Phone
(973) 947-4880
Campers explore the ocean beach and bay through scientific methods, observe live marine animals, and conduct laboratory experiments.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
22 Magruder Rd., Highlands, NJ 07732 (Sandy Hook)
Phone
N/A
High school students explore various engineering disciplines through hands-on learning, projects, and engaging with Stevens faculty.
Age Group
High School
Location
1 Castle Point Terrace, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Phone
(201) 216-3683
High school students dive into hands-on experiments at the intersection of math, physics, computer science, biology, and chemistry, engaging in real-world research.
Age Group
High School
Location
2000 Pennington Road, Ewing, NJ 08618
Phone
(609) 771-2141
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
