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Bronze SignalCarnegie Mellon UniversitySelectiveCredit

Carnegie Mellon Summer Pre-College Programs

A comprehensive summer program suite for rising 11th and 12th graders offering college-level instruction in STEM, arts, design, leadership, and humanities on Carnegie Mellon's Pittsburgh campus. Programs range from 3 to 6 weeks with residential and commuter options, with several full-scholarship tracks available.

Jun · 3–6 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialPittsburgh, PAFree83 days
Entering grades10th, 11th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Leadership, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsArtificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Architecture, Art, Computational Biology, Design, Drama, Global Cultures, Leadership Development, Music, Game Development, Mathematics, Writing
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://www.cmu.edu/pre-college/
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University of Texas at AustinSelective

University of Texas at Austin Computer Science Summer Academies

One-week residential summer academies taught by UT faculty offering hands-on experience in computer science topics including game development, iOS app development, machine learning, robotics, and data science. Both open-enrollment and selective scholars programs available.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialAustin, TXFree42 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsGame Development, iOS App Development, Machine Learning, Robotics, Data Science
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://www.cs.utexas.edu/engage/outreach/academies
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Summer Springboard (Terra Education)Selective

Summer Springboard

A residential and online summer program offering university-based courses across healthcare, engineering, computer science, business, media, and humanities for middle and high school students at prestigious campuses across the US and internationally.

Jun–Aug · 1–2 wk sessionsResidential / OnlineMultiple locations$500–$1,499188 days
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsPre-Med, Biotechnology, Cardiology, Dentistry, Emergency Medicine, Immunology, Kinesiology, Medical Research, Neuroscience, Nursing, Nutrition, Oncology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Psychology, Public Health, Surgery, Veterinary Medicine, Aerospace Engineering, Astrophysics, Automotive Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Marine Biology, Physics, Quantum Computing, Forensic Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Game Development, Web Development, UX Design, Extended Reality, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Marketing, Economics, International Relations, Law, Sports Management, Financial Technology, Filmmaking, Photography, Architecture, Interior Design, Animation, Branding, Fashion, Music Production, Audio Engineering, Literature, Writing, Theater, History, Communication
Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,498
Websitehttps://summerspringboard.com/
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Long Island University PostSelective

LIU Post: Center for Gifted Youth Summer Program

A 4-week summer program for intellectually gifted students entering grades 2–9, offering accelerated courses in STEM, humanities, and arts with an emphasis on problem-solving, creative thinking, and leadership development.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsCommuterBrookville, NY$3,000–$6,999Rolling; apply as soon as possible before program start
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsLife Sciences, Engineering, Cell Biology, Herpetology, Earth and Space Science, Game Development, Robotics, Animation, Graphic Novels, Mythology, Mathematics, Geography
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,350
Websitehttps://www.liu.edu/GiftedYouth
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Maven Youth

Maven Youth: LGBT+ Youth Summer Tech Camps

Free tech education camps designed for and led by LGBT+ youth, offering tracks in narrative game design, digital art, marketing, and coding with no prior experience needed.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineAustin, TXFreeRolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsGame Development, Coding, Digital Art & Design, Marketing & Social Media, Video Game Storytelling
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://www.mavenyouth.org/summer-camps
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CodeWizardsHQ

CodeWizardsHQ Summer Coding Classes

Online summer coding classes and camps for ages 7–18, offering 1-week and 3-week sessions in core coding, AI, Python, game development (Minecraft, Roblox, Fortnite), and AP CS prep. Beginners welcome; includes live instruction, recorded sessions, office hours, and certification.

Jun–Aug · 1–3 wk sessionsOnline<$500Rolling
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsComputer Science, Coding, Python, Artificial Intelligence, Game Development, AP Computer Science
Cost<$500 · $499
Websitehttps://www.codewizardshq.com/summer/
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Fairfax Collegiate Summer Camp

Fairfax Collegiate Summer Camp

A summer enrichment program offering courses in math, writing, science, public speaking, film, engineering, robotics, AI, and test prep. Serving grades 6–12 with in-person classes at multiple Northern Virginia locations and online options via Zoom.

JunCommuter / OnlineMultiple locations<$500
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsMath, Writing, Science, Public Speaking, Film and Photography, Engineering, Robotics, Game Development, Python, AI, Digital Design, SAT Prep, ACT Prep
Cost<$500 · $290
Websitehttps://www.fairfaxcollegiate.com/
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iD Tech Camps

3D Printing Camps & More | iD Tech Held at UC Berkeley

A one-week day and overnight camp at UC Berkeley offering 3D printing instruction alongside coding, game development, robotics, and creative design courses for students ages 7-17.

Jun–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialBerkeley, CA$500–$1,499111 days
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Performing & Visual Arts
Subjects3D Printing, Coding, Game Development, Robotics, Adobe Creative Suite, Blender
Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,199
Websitehttps://www.idtech.com/locations/california-summer-camps/uc-berkeley
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iD Tech

iD Tech Camps | Held at Lake Forest College

iD Tech Camps offers week-long day and overnight STEM programs for middle and high school students, featuring coding, game development, robotics, and digital arts instruction led by instructors from top universities.

Jun–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialLake Forest, IL$500–$1,499111 days
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsComputer Science, Coding (C#, Python), Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Machine Learning, Game Development, Robotics, Digital Arts, Adobe, 3D Printing, Blender, Minecraft Modding, Unreal Engine, Roblox
Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,099
Websitehttps://www.idtech.com/locations/illinois-summer-camps/lake-forest-college
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iD Tech

iD Tech Camps | Held at Ohio State

iD Tech Camps offers week-long day and overnight summer programs for middle and high school students at Ohio State University, featuring hands-on instruction in coding, game development, robotics, AI, and 3D printing with instructors recruited from top universities.

Jun–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialColumbus, OH$500–$1,499111 days
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsCoding, Game Development, Game Design, Python, C# and Unity, Minecraft, Robotics, BattleBots, 3D Printing, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Roblox, App Development
Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,079
Websitehttps://www.idtech.com/locations/ohio-summer-camps/ohio-state-university
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Drexel University

Drexel University: Digital Development Camp

A four-week summer program for high school students exploring virtual reality, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and game development through workshops, faculty lectures, and team-based projects, culminating in a showcase for families.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsCommuterPhiladelphia, PA$500–$1,499
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsVirtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Programming, Game Development, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Web Development
Cost$500–$1,499 · $950
Websitehttps://drexel.edu/cci/student-experience/summer-programs/
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Indiana University

Indiana University Game Development Camp

A five-day summer program where students ages 12–18 learn game development and design using professional software including Unreal Engine 5. Participants work on their own game projects under the instruction of Indiana University Media School instructors and receive insights from professional game developer guest speakers.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineBloomington, IN$500–$1,499
Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsGame Development, Game Design, 2D Game Development, 3D Game Development, Game Art, Storytelling
Cost$500–$1,499 · $500
Websitehttps://gamecamp.mediaschool.indiana.edu/
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Ivy Seed Academy

Ivy Seed Academy STEM Summer Camps

Multi-week STEM summer camps at Boston University and Harvard campuses featuring coding, robotics, game development, AI, UI/UX design, and entrepreneurship for grades 5–12. Students create individual projects and showcase work on Friday with expert instructors from top universities.

Jul–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuterCambridge, MA$500–$1,499Rolling
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Community Service
SubjectsComputer Science, Coding, Python, Swift/iOS, Scratch Programming, Robotics, LEGO EV3, Game Development, Roblox, AI/Machine Learning, UI/UX Design, Entrepreneurship, YouTube Content Creation
Cost$500–$1,499 · $890
Websitehttps://www.ivy-seed.com/
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Texas Christian University / iD Tech

Texas Christian University: Summer Tech Camps

Intensive one-week summer tech camps at TCU offering coding, game development, robotics, and digital arts instruction for ages 7–17. Available as day camp or residential options with instruction from vetted instructors from elite universities.

Jun–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialFort Worth, TX$500–$1,499Rolling
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsCoding, Python, C#, AI and Machine Learning, Data Science, Game Development, Roblox, Minecraft Modding, Unreal Engine, Robotics, VEX BattleBots, Autonomous Driving, Digital Arts, Adobe Suite, 3D Modeling, 3D Printing, Blender
Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,159
Websitehttps://www.idtech.com/locations/texas-summer-camps/texas-christian-university
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Harvard-Westlake Summer Programs

Harvard-Westlake Summer: Coldwater Prep Academic Program

An academic enrichment program where students in grades 7–10 choose up to three classes from offerings in creative writing, languages, mathematics, science, digital arts, and technology, taught by Harvard-Westlake faculty.

Jun · 3 wk sessionsCommuterStudio City, CA$1,500–$2,99983 days
Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsCreative Writing, English Essentials, Finance, Japanese, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Pre-algebra, Science, Study Skills, Public Speaking, Research Writing, Digital Art, Game Development, Drone Photography, Programming
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,205
Websitehttps://www.hw.com/summerprograms/Coldwater-Prep
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UT Austin Computer Science Summer Academies

Academy For Game Development: UT Computer Science Summer Academies

A 6-day residential summer program for high school students (grades 10–12) focused on web-based game development using the Godot engine. Students learn game programming, design, and development tools while collaborating in small teams with 10:1 student-to-mentor supervision.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialAustin, TX$1,500–$2,999Rolling; scholarships due 04-15
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsGame Development, Web Development, Game Programming, Game Design, Godot Engine, GDScript
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,100
Websitehttps://www.cs.utexas.edu/engage/outreach/academies/game-development
Unverified
DigiPen Institute of TechnologyCredit

DigiPen Academy: Pre-College Music & Sound Design for Games

A four-week online summer program offering music history, music theory, fundamentals of music and sound design, and collaborative game project development. Students receive grades and transcripts for college applications.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsOnline$1,500–$2,999Rolling
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsMusic and Sound Design, Game Development, Music Theory, Music History
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,995
Websitehttps://academy.digipen.edu/academic-programs/pre-college-program/
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Game Camp Nation

Game Camp Nation - Herndon, Virginia

A summer camp program focused on game design, game development, digital art, and programming for ages 9+. Game Camp Nation offers both day (Commuter) and residential options at an upscale extended-stay resort with high-performance computers, small group sizes, and a 6:1 camper-to-counselor ratio.

Jun–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialHerndon, VA$1,500–$2,999Rolling
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsGame Design, Game Development, Digital Art, Programming, Video Game Design, Competitive Gaming
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,450
Websitehttps://www.gamecamp.com/
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Champlain College

Champlain Pre-College Summer Programs

Intensive residential summer academies for high school students in animation, game development, cybersecurity, and filmmaking. Students live on Champlain College's Burlington campus and work with faculty professors and industry experts using professional-level equipment and software.

Jul · 2–3 wk sessionsResidentialBurlington, VT$3,000–$6,999186 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsAnimation, Game Development, Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, Filmmaking, Media Production
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,500
Websitehttps://summer.champlain.edu/
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Champlain College

Champlain Pre-College Summer Programs: Game Academy / Indie Game Studio

Champlain College offers two residential summer programs in game development: Game Academy (Grades 10–12) covers foundational game art, design, programming, and production; Indie Game Studio (Grade 11+) simulates a professional indie studio environment with rapid prototyping and pitching. Both are 12-day intensive programs taught by Champlain professors and industry experts.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialBurlington, VT$3,000–$6,999186 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th, College
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsGame Development, Game Art & Animation, Game Design & Narrative, Game Programming, Sound Design, Game Production Management, Game Testing & Quality Assurance, Game Business
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,600
Websitehttps://summer.champlain.edu/programs/game-academy/
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Clark University

Clark University - Summer Game Studio

A two-week residential program where high school students and recent graduates work in teams with industry-professional faculty to design, develop, and showcase an original game while exploring Clark's renowned game design program.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialWorcester, MA$3,000–$6,999Not stated
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th, PG
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsGame Design, Game Development, Interactive Media, Programming, Animation, Motion Capture
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,200
Websitehttps://www.clarku.edu/schools/becker-school-of-design-and-technology/summer/
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DigiPen AcademyCredit

DigiPen Academy: Pre-College Game Programming

A four-week online summer program for high school juniors and seniors combining applied computer science, math, and physics for games with collaborative game development. Students learn from industry professionals and receive transcript credit plus potential tuition credit toward DigiPen Institute of Technology.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsOnline$3,000–$6,999Rolling
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsApplied Computer Science for Games, Applied Math for Games, Applied Physics for Games, Game Development, Game Design
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $2,995
Websitehttps://academy.digipen.edu/academic-programs/pre-college-program/
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Quinnipiac University

Quinnipiac University Summer Programs: Game Design Lab

A 2-week intensive summer program where high school students form teams to design and build 2D or 3D platformer games using Unreal Engine Blueprints, covering game design fundamentals, visual coding, asset integration, and team collaboration culminating in a final showcase.

Jun–Aug · 2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterHamden, CT$3,000–$6,999Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsGame Design, Unreal Engine, 2D Game Development, 3D Game Development, Level Design, Visual Coding, Game Development
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,700
Websitehttps://www.qu.edu/academics/about-our-programs/summer-experiences-courses/high-school-students/game-design
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St. Michaels University School

St Michaels University School: SMUS Summer Camps

SMUS Summer Camps offers residential overnight camps for ages 13–17 and day camps for ages 3–17 across multiple campuses in Victoria, BC. Programs include leadership development, STEM (engineering, game development, AI), language development, and sports, with a focus on hands-on skill-building in a safe, inclusive environment.

Jun–Aug · 1–4 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterVictoria, Canada359 days
Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Leadership, Outdoor Adventure
SubjectsLeadership, Engineering, Game Development, Artificial Intelligence, English Language Development, Basketball, Rugby, Squash, Volleyball
Websitehttps://www.smus.ca/camps
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