Coding & Software Development Summer Camps in New Jersey, NJ — Summer 2026

Compare 36+ Coding & Software Development programs in New Jersey — day camps, summer programs, and university pre-college options for kids, teens & high schoolers. Free directory with prices & dates.

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Coding & Software Development

Code Wiz Plainsboro Summer Coding Camps

💰 From $245/wk

Code Wiz Plainsboro offers tech-forward summer camps for ages 7-17, providing hands-on experience in coding, game design, and app development using platforms like Minecraft, Roblox, Python, and Lua.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
10 Schalks Crossing Road, Suite 20, Plainsboro Township, NJ 08536

Phone
(609) 853-5674

Coding & Software Development

Code Ninjas Livingston Summer Camps

💰 From $250/wk

Code Ninjas Livingston offers weekly summer camps for ages 5-14, providing a game-based curriculum to learn programming, robotics, and digital literacy using Scratch, JavaScript, and Python.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
97 South Livingston Avenue, Suite S, Livingston, NJ 07039

Phone
(862) 962-2633

Coding & Software Development

Brainy n Bright Summer Camps

Students dive into coding, AI, robotics, and game design through project-based learning to build future-ready skills.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Multiple Locations

Phone
N/A

Coding & Software Development

Little Ivy Academy

Kids ages 6-14 build robots, code games, develop apps, and create 21st-century gadgets with real, hands-on experience for all skill levels.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Ridgewood, NJ

Phone
(201) 444-8400

Coding & Software Development

Sector X Gaming & Coding Camp

💰 $349–$399/wk

Offers weekly programs in gaming, coding, content creation, and PC building for ages 10-14, providing hands-on learning in a state-of-the-art facility.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Cherry Hill, NJ

Phone
(856) 651-6900

Coding & Software Development
🏫 The College of New Jersey

TCNJ Artificial Intelligence and Wireless Communications Camp

💰 From $2,200

High school students explore artificial intelligence and wireless communications, learning microcontroller programming, sensing systems, digital electronics, and computer vision through hands-on tasks.

Age Group
High School

Location
The College of New Jersey, Ewing, NJ

Phone
N/A

Coding & Software Development

Storming Robots Summer Workshops

Students in grades 5-12 engage in rigorous robotics and computer science, including software development, computational thinking, AI, and engineering, through hands-on projects and programming.

Age Group
Middle/High School

Location
3322 Rt. 22 West, Branchburg, NJ 08876

Phone
(908) 595-1010

Coding & Software Development

STEAM Works Studio Summer Camp - Python Art & Games

💰 $250–$350/wk

Campers learn basic Python programming to build games and art projects, fostering problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration in a hands-on environment.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
135 Village Blvd, Princeton Forrestal Village, Princeton, NJ 08540

Phone
(844) 265-9880

Coding & Software Development
🏫 Rutgers University-Newark

Rutgers Summer Edge High School Student Summer Program

💰 From $459

High-achieving high school students earn college credits by taking university-level computer science courses covering basics, operating systems, cloud computing, and programming.

Age Group
High School

Location
Rutgers University-Newark, Newark, NJ

Phone
(973) 353-5112

Coding & Software Development
🏫 Drew University

The New Jersey Governor's School in the Sciences

A selective, tuition-free, residential program where high-achieving high school juniors immerse themselves in college-level scientific research, including computer science topics.

Age Group
High School

Location
Drew University, 36 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ 07940

Phone
(973) 408-3605

Coding & Software Development
🏫 Princeton University

iD Tech Camps at Princeton University

Kids and teens learn coding, game development, and robotics through hands-on projects, experiencing college life at a prestigious university campus.

Age Group
Middle/High School

Location
Princeton University, Princeton, NJ

Phone
1-888-709-8324

Coding & Software Development
🏫 Rowan University

Rowan University STEAM Academy (Java Track)

High school students earn transferable college credits while focusing on Java Development through an immersive residential program.

Age Group
Middle/High School

Location
Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ

Phone
N/A

Coding & Software Development

Leapcoderz Summer Camp Princeton

Kids build, code, and create with robotics, 3D printing, and hands-on tech projects, fostering innovation in STEM.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Princeton, NJ

Phone
(609) 375-2363

Coding & Software Development

iCode Princeton Summer Camps

Kids explore coding, robotics, game design, and AI through hands-on, project-based learning with instructor-led lessons and gamified techniques.

Age Group
Middle/High School

Location
100 Campus Dr Suite 210, Princeton, NJ 08540

Phone
(609) 375-9255

Coding & Software Development

Snapology Technology & Coding Camps

💰 $265–$395/wk

Children learn computer skills, techniques, and programming through fun interactive activities like creating stop motion movies, designing video games, and programming robots.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Multiple Locations

Phone
(609) 285-5026

Coding & Software Development

Genius Gems Game Design Lab

Campers design and code their own digital games using Scratch and interactive sensors, blending creativity, logic, and teamwork.

Age Group
Elementary

Location
215 Millburn Ave, Millburn, NJ 07041

Phone
(973) 376-2627

Coding & Software Development
🏫 William Paterson University

William Paterson University Grades 6-8 Program - Coding

Middle school students explore coding, problem-solving, and critical thinking through academic enrichment courses, including Python and data science programming.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
300 Pompton Rd., Wayne NJ

Phone
(973) 720-3804

Coding & Software Development
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Veritas AI - AI Trailblazers

💰 $1,790–$2,290

Middle school students learn Python programming fundamentals, artificial intelligence, and machine learning concepts through live online lectures and group projects.

Age Group
Middle School

Location
Virtual

Phone
N/A

Coding & Software Development
🏫 Fairleigh Dickinson University

Fairleigh Dickinson University Early College Summer Program: Introduction to Coding

High school students learn Python fundamentals and apply coding skills to create applications, exploring syntax and structure to earn college credit.

Age Group
High School

Location
Multiple Locations

Phone
(201) 692-7366

Coding & Software Development
🏫 Rutgers University

Governor's School of New Jersey in Engineering & Technology

A tuition-free, residential program for high-achieving high school juniors to study advanced computer science and engineering through courses and research projects.

Age Group
High School

Location
Rutgers University, School of Engineering, New Brunswick, NJ

Phone
N/A

Year-round STEM competitions in New Jersey

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STEM summer camps near you in New Jersey, NJ

Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free New Jersey directory lists 287+ 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.

Frequently asked questions about STEM summer camps in New Jersey

What is the best STEM summer camp in New Jersey for 2026?

We list 287+ 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.

How much do STEM summer camps cost in New Jersey?

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.

What ages can attend STEM summer camps in New Jersey?

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.

Are there online or virtual STEM camps for students in New Jersey?

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.

Can high schoolers attend university pre-college STEM programs near New Jersey?

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.