Compare 18+ Robotics & Engineering programs in Philadelphia — day camps, summer programs, and university pre-college options for kids, teens & high schoolers. Free directory with prices & dates.
Refreshed weekly · Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Learn Python-powered robotics, sensors, electronics, AI, computer vision, and autonomous drone concepts through guided projects in a small-group live online setting. No prior robotics or coding experience is required. Students with prior knowledge can go further through advanced AI-based projects and extensions.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Research Ignited Online Platform
Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821
Young innovators explore robotics, engineering, and 3D printing through dynamic, challenge-based sessions like building battle bots, coding robots, and experimenting with CAD apps.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
The Philadelphia School, 2501 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Phone
(215) 545-5323 x2545
Offers 1:1 live online classes with robotics kits delivered to homes, teaching kids ages 8-16 to build real robots, learn engineering, and coding.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Virtual Camp (Kits delivered to home in Philadelphia metro area)
Phone
N/A
High school students engage in hands-on robotics research, programming, and design challenges, working with cutting-edge technology and UPenn faculty mentors.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 898-0329
High school students explore various engineering disciplines, including robotics and mechanical design, through hands-on projects, labs, and faculty lectures.
Age Group
High School
Location
Villanova University, 800 Lancaster Ave, Villanova, PA 19085
Phone
(610) 519-4940
Engineering For Kids provides hands-on engineering programs for children ages 4-14. They offer a variety of summer camps focused on different engineering disciplines, including aerospace, chemical, civil, electrical, and robotics. Camps incorporate LEGO® bricks, robotics, coding, and more. They have multiple locations throughout Philadelphia.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Various locations in Philadelphia
Phone
(800) 374-5437
Snapology provides LEGO-based STEM programs for children ages 4-14. Their summer camps focus on robotics, engineering, and coding using LEGO bricks. Camps incorporate hands-on activities, challenges, and creative building projects. Snapology aims to promote problem-solving skills and creativity.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Various locations in Philadelphia
Phone
N/A
STEM for Kids offers a variety of STEM-focused summer camps for children ages 4-14. Camps cover various topics, including robotics, engineering, and coding. Students participate in hands-on activities, design challenges, and collaborative projects. STEM for Kids aims to provide a fun and engaging environment for STEM exploration.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Various locations in Philadelphia
Phone
(800) 878-7836
KidzToPros offers a range of STEM-focused summer camps for children in grades K-8. Camps include robotics, coding, and game development programs. Students learn through hands-on projects and collaborative activities. KidzToPros aims to provide a fun and enriching summer experience.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Various locations in Philadelphia
Phone
(877) 202-1554
Bricks 4 Kidz offers LEGO-based STEM summer camps for children ages 5-13. Their camps focus on robotics, engineering, and architecture using LEGO bricks. They have locations throughout Philadelphia.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Various locations in Philadelphia
Phone
N/A
STEM Kids Club offers hands-on STEM summer camps for children ages 5-12. Their camps cover various STEM topics, including robotics, coding, and engineering. They have locations throughout Philadelphia.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Various locations in Philadelphia
Phone
N/A
Brainvyne offers STEM summer camps for kids ages 5-14, with a focus on robotics, coding, and engineering. Their camps are designed to be hands-on and engaging, encouraging creativity and problem-solving. They have locations throughout Philadelphia.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Various locations in Philadelphia
Phone
N/A
ESAP offers a three-week, college-level engineering experience for high school students at the University of Pennsylvania. Students can specialize in areas like artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and computer graphics.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
N/A
Students build autonomous, programmable mobile robots and learn about concepts in robotics and electronics through extensive project-based learning in a university lab environment.
Age Group
High School
Location
Temple University Main Campus
Phone
(215) 204-2712
Teens engineer their own robot champion with the VEX Robotics Design System and C++, then compete against others in a BattleBots®-style robot showdown.
Age Group
High School
Location
Villanova University
Phone
N/A
Students learn Python programming and embedded systems using ESP32 microcontrollers, gaining skills relevant to computer and engineering college majors.
Age Group
High School
Location
Virtual (Online format)
Phone
N/A
Students explore how engineers apply math, science, and engineering principles through hands-on experiments in data analytics, 3D-printing, logical programming, and engineering design.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Jefferson's East Falls Campus
Phone
N/A
Campers learn coding fundamentals using Scratch and build/program Lego robots, culminating in a live robot battle and coding showcase.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
31 W Coulter St, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Phone
(215) 951-2300
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Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Philadelphia directory lists 121+ local and online programs across the Philadelphia 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 121+ STEM summer camps in Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia-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.
