33+ university-hosted pre-college STEM programs for high schoolers near Raleigh — AI, research, engineering, and science tracks. Compare admissions, prices, and dates.
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High school students develop video games and interactive experiences through workshops focusing on visual art, system design, and coding at Duke University.
Age Group
High School
Location
Duke University, Durham, NC
Phone
1-800-488-6752
Students create immersive 3D virtual worlds and games, learning C# programming fundamentals and game scripting to build a professional portfolio.
Age Group
High School
Location
Duke University, Durham, NC
Phone
1-888-386-4441
A pre-college summer program for middle and high school students to explore design principles and applications through hands-on projects.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
NC State University, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 515-2434
High school students explore Exercise and Sport Science degree paths, tour research labs, and experience a university-level EXSS course to prepare for future studies.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Campus
Phone
919-962-1236
High school students explore AI concepts and career paths through immersive pre-college programs on Duke's campus, blending academic exploration with college life.
Age Group
High School
Location
Duke University, Durham, NC
Phone
N/A
High school students are introduced to the fundamentals of AI & data science and build real-world projects through a 10-session online boot camp.
Age Group
High School
Location
Virtual
Phone
+1 (234) 567-8900
High school students work 1-on-1 with Ph.D. mentors on an independent research project in data science, computer science, or other fields, culminating in a research paper.
Age Group
High School
Location
Virtual
Phone
N/A
High school students conduct real research in astrophysics, calculating asteroid orbits using telescope data and applying college-level physics, math, coding, and data analysis.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Phone
N/A
High school students explore diverse career opportunities in horticulture through hands-on workshops, plant breeding, sustainable practices, and visits to farms and gardens.
Age Group
High School
Location
NC State University, Raleigh, NC
Phone
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An immersive, 3-week intensive program for high school students focused on engineering design practice, computer-aided drafting, and advanced manufacturing techniques.
Age Group
High School
Location
Duke University, Durham, NC
Phone
Need to find
Rising 11th and 12th graders experience college life while exploring various engineering disciplines through hands-on projects and specific workshops.
Age Group
High School
Location
NC State University Campus, Raleigh, NC
Phone
N/A
NC State University offers a variety of engineering summer camps for high school students. Camps cover different engineering disciplines, providing hands-on experience and exposure to university-level research. Students work with faculty and learn about cutting-edge technologies. The camps are designed to inspire future engineers.
Age Group
High School
Location
Various Locations at NC State University
Phone
+1 (919) 515-2311
An intensive program for high school students to explore mathematics and finance, combining academic excellence with practical skills and international exposure.
Age Group
High School
Location
SKEMA Business School 920 Main Campus Drive Suite 101 Raleigh, NC 27606
Phone
(215) 900-4054
Students immerse in exercise and human performance, exploring biomechanics, exercise physiology, and psychology, while gaining practical experience and potentially earning college credit.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
William Peace University, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 508-2000
Wake Tech offers a variety of summer camps for kids and teens. Some camps focus on STEM-related topics, such as coding, robotics, and engineering. Students learn from experienced instructors and gain hands-on experience. Wake Tech provides a college-level learning environment.
Age Group
High School
Location
Various Locations at Wake Tech Campuses
Phone
+1 (919) 866-5000
High school students participate in a hands-on pre-college STEM program at Duke University, engaging in real engineering projects, robotics, aerospace, and AI.
Age Group
High School
Location
Duke University campus, Durham, NC
Phone
(800) 994-6752
High school students explore aerospace engineering through hands-on projects, field trips to aviation sites, and leadership development, experiencing college life at Duke.
Age Group
High School
Location
Duke University, Durham, NC
Phone
N/A
NC State University College of Sciences offers various summer programs, often including STEM related subjects. These programs vary from year to year, and can include biology, chemistry, and other science focused camps. Programs often include lab work and hands-on experiments.
Age Group
High School
Location
Various Locations at NC State University
Phone
(919) 515-2571
Students explore cybersecurity through hands-on workshops and team challenges, applying knowledge in ethical hacking exercises, testing system vulnerabilities, and strengthening defenses against simulated cyberattacks.
Age Group
High School
Location
Duke University campus, Durham, NC
Phone
(800) 974-6752
High school students explore computer science fundamentals, programming, and algorithms through hands-on projects and academic excursions to a Game Design Lab.
Age Group
High School
Location
Duke University campus, Durham, NC
Phone
(800) 470-1884
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Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Raleigh directory lists 276+ local and online programs across the Raleigh 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 276+ STEM summer camps in Raleigh, NC 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh-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.
