Compare 5+ Space & Aviation 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 May 30, 2026
Campers engage in astronaut challenges, science experiments, Challenger Learning Center simulations, and aviation workshops to explore space and science.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
340 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422
Phone
N/A
This academy exposes youth to diverse career opportunities in aviation and aerospace through hands-on learning, covering aviation history, aerodynamics, and STEM applications.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
3001 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19114
Phone
(302) 222-0767
Middle school students prepare for a space exploration mission, gaining STEM experience through physics experiments, 3D printing, robotics, circuits, and coding.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Philadelphia, PA 19122
Phone
(215) 204-4085
High school students explore aerospace engineering through hands-on learning, experiential simulations, and field trips to industry sites.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 746-2309
Campers learn about aviation and aerospace dynamics, careers, pilot responsibilities, and perform pre-flight inspections, flight planning, and actual flight time.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
3879 Old Easton Road, Doylestown, PA 18902
Phone
(215) 340-0707
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We list 68+ 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.
