Coding & Software Development Summer Camps in Los Angeles, CA — Summer 2026

Compare 26+ Coding & Software Development programs in Los Angeles — day camps, summer programs, and university pre-college options for kids, teens & high schoolers. Free directory with prices & dates.

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Camps for Coding & Software Development (26)

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Coding & Software Development

Code Ninjas Pasadena

💰 $225–$250/wk

Code Ninjas offers coding camps for kids ages 7-14, teaching them how to code by building video games. This location is in Pasadena.

Age Group
Elementary

Location
370 S. Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

Phone
(626) 403-5669

Coding & Software Development

Star Education - Santa Monica

💰 $399–$500/wk

Star Education offers STEM summer camps with a focus on coding, game design, and robotics. Their camps are designed to be fun and engaging, encouraging creativity and problem-solving.

Age Group
Elementary

Location
1450 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Phone
(310) 451-2277

Coding & Software Development
🏫 California Institute of Technology

iD Tech Camps - Pasadena

💰 From $949/wk

iD Tech offers a variety of STEM camps for ages 7-19, focusing on coding, game development, robotics, and design. This location is at Caltech in Pasadena.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Caltech, 1200 E California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91125

Phone
1-888-709-8324

Coding & Software Development

CodeWizardsHQ - Online

💰 $199–$599

CodeWizardsHQ offers online coding camps for kids and teens ages 8-18. Their summer camps cover various programming languages and computer science concepts, with a focus on project-based learning.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Multiple Locations

Phone
(800) 267-7979

Coding & Software Development

CodaKid - Online

💰 $299–$349/wk

CodaKid offers online coding camps for kids ages 8-15, teaching them how to create games, apps, and mods using popular platforms like Minecraft and Roblox.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Multiple Locations

Phone
N/A

Coding & Software Development

Create & Learn - Online

💰 $89–$140/wk

Create & Learn offers online STEM camps for kids ages 5-18, with a focus on coding, game development, and robotics. Their camps are designed to be interactive and engaging, fostering creativity and problem-solving skills.

Age Group
Elementary

Location
Multiple Locations

Phone
(650) 397-1968

Coding & Software Development

Camp Integem (AI & Future Tech Camp)

💰 $669–$829/wk

Campers build AI-powered projects, create holographic AR experiences, and design games and animations, exploring entrepreneurship and tech innovation through coding and digital design.

Age Group
Middle/High School

Location
Multiple Locations

Phone
(408) 459-0657

Coding & Software Development
🏫 UCLA

Applied Data Science with Python - Summer Discovery

💰 From $4,699

Students learn Python programming, object-oriented design, and apply skills to real-world data science applications, including data visualization and machine learning, at the UCLA campus.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
UCLA Campus

Phone
(516) 447-4907

Coding & Software Development
🏫 Arizona State University

Girls Make Games

💰 Up to $2,300

Girls learn to design and program their own video game in three weeks, working in teams to create a fully functional game.

Age Group
Middle/High School

Location
ASU Campus in DTLA (Exact address TBA)

Phone
(650) 646-0640

Coding & Software Development
🏫 University of Southern California, Caltech, Loyola Marymount University, University of California, Irvine

Project Scientist - Technology, Robotics and Code Design

Girls ages 4-12 explore how technology automation, computer and software programming, encryption, and big data are used to solve problems and innovate.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Multiple Locations (e.g., USC, Caltech, Loyola Marymount University)

Phone
(800) 587-0713

Coding & Software Development

Girls Who Code Summer Immersion Program

High school girls and non-binary students learn Python, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, creating projects to address social issues.

Age Group
High School

Location
Multiple Corporate Host Offices in Los Angeles Area

Phone
(212) 386-7649

Coding & Software Development
🏫 UCLA

Lavner Camps at UCLA

Offers over 60 weekly tech courses including Python, Java, C++, app design, AI, robotics, game development, and digital arts on the UCLA campus.

Age Group
Middle/High School

Location
UCLA Campus, Los Angeles, CA

Phone
(888) 854-3430

Coding & Software Development
🏫 UCLA

UCLA Python for Teens: Coding Program - Summer Discovery

A pre-college program for high school students to develop fundamental Python programming skills, algorithmic problem-solving, and computer architecture concepts on the UCLA campus.

Age Group
High School

Location
UCLA, Westwood, Los Angeles, CA

Phone
(516) 447-4907

Coding & Software Development
🏫 Loyola Marymount University

LMU Computer Science (Python Coding) Pre-College Program

A pre-college summer program for high school students at Loyola Marymount University to explore computer science through Python coding.

Age Group
High School

Location
Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA

Phone
(310) 338-2721

Coding & Software Development
🏫 University of Southern California

CS@SC Coding Camps

Provides K-12 students with opportunities to explore computer science topics like programming, web development, mobile app creation, game design, and cybersecurity through virtual and in-person sessions.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
USC University Park Campus and Virtual

Phone
N/A

Coding & Software Development
🏫 iD Tech partners with over 75 prestigious universities nationwide, including UCLA, Caltech, Stanford University, MIT, NYU, University of Maryland, and

iD Tech Camps

💰 $949–$1,379/wk

iD Tech offers a variety of STEM camps for ages 7-19, with a focus on coding, game development, robotics, and design. Students learn from experienced instructors in small class settings. Camps are held at prestigious campuses like UCLA and Caltech. They provide a fun and engaging environment for students to explore their interests.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Various Locations in Los Angeles

Phone
1-888-709-8324

Coding & Software Development

Code Ninjas

💰 $225–$369/wk

Code Ninjas offers coding camps for kids ages 7-14. Their camps introduce children to coding through game-based curriculum and fun activities. They have multiple locations in the Los Angeles area, including Pasadena, Torrance, and Irvine. Code Ninjas aims to make coding engaging and accessible for young learners.

Age Group
Elementary

Location
Various Locations in Los Angeles

Phone
N/A

Coding & Software Development

Club SciKidz Los Angeles

Offers hands-on coding summer camps including AI, mobile apps, game development (Roblox, Minecraft), and cybersecurity for children in elementary through high school.

Age Group
Middle/High School

Location
Multiple Locations

Phone
(310) 467-1171

Coding & Software Development
🏫 Montgomery College, Kingsborough Community College, Mercer County Community College, University of North Carolina - Greensboro, El Camino College, Tem

Black Rocket Summer Camps

💰 $135–$350/wk

Black Rocket offers tech-focused summer camps for kids and teens, with programs in coding, game development, and digital arts. Camps are held at various locations throughout Los Angeles. They provide a creative and collaborative environment for students to develop their tech skills.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Various Locations in Los Angeles

Phone
(888) 803-2733

Coding & Software Development

Juni Learning

Juni Learning offers online coding camps for kids and teens ages 8-18. Their summer camps cover various programming languages and computer science concepts. Students learn from experienced instructors and receive personalized feedback. Juni Learning provides a flexible and engaging online learning environment.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Multiple Locations

Phone
(650) 263-4306

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STEM summer camps near you in Los Angeles, CA

Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Los Angeles directory lists 143+ local and online programs across the Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles

What is the best STEM summer camp in Los Angeles for 2026?

We list 143+ STEM summer camps in Los Angeles, CA 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 Los Angeles?

Prices in our Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

Camps in our Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

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 Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles?

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.