37+ university-hosted pre-college STEM programs for high schoolers near Houston — AI, research, engineering, and science tracks. Compare admissions, prices, and dates.
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Rising high school seniors engage in 8 weeks of mentored bench research, including big data analytics and AI, culminating in a presentation of findings at the University of Houston.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Houston (MohanLab)
Phone
N/A
Students explore engineering and aerospace through mission-based simulations, learning about rocket propulsion, robotics, and thermal protection inside NASA Johnson Space Center and Space Center Houston.
Age Group
High School
Location
Rice University, Houston, TX
Phone
(800) 994-6752
High school students learn AI, robotics, and advanced programming, building AI that recognizes patterns and programming robots with college-level concepts.
Age Group
High School
Location
Rice University, Houston, TX
Phone
(866) 858-5323
This pre-college program offers immersive, mentor-led research experiences in biomedical sciences, cancer medicine, and clinical care for aspiring scientists.
Age Group
High School
Location
1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030
Phone
N/A
An intensive 9-week program for graduating high school seniors interested in STEM, offering credit for Calculus 1 and a preview of college coursework.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Houston
Phone
N/A
A two-week summer bootcamp introducing high school students to core data science fundamentals, statistics, computer science, and career pathways.
Age Group
High School
Location
Rice University
Phone
N/A
This multi-day program exposes middle and high school students to various aviation and aerospace careers through hands-on experiences, learning fundamentals of aerodynamics, and exploring government's role in aviation.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Houston, TX
Phone
N/A
Students strengthen mathematics foundations, prepare for precalculus, and explore mathematical concepts through active learning, real-world problems, and responsible AI use.
Age Group
High School
Location
6100 Main St, Houston, TX 77005-1827
Phone
(713) 348-4331
Students gain real-world skills in coding, artificial intelligence, engineering, and scientific research through hands-on, project-based learning.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
University of Houston
Phone
N/A
Students learn Python programming, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, and game development, engaging in hands-on projects and real-world tech applications.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
UH – Sugar Land, 14000 University Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Phone
(713) 743-2255
Rising 8th-12th graders complete STEM projects and presentations focused on data centers, algorithm design, and carbon capture & storage, experiencing life as a Rice student.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Rice University, 6100 Main St., Houston, TX 77005-1827
Phone
(713) 348-5182
Students learn network security, encryption, and ethical hacking through hands-on projects to secure simulated systems and understand vulnerabilities.
Age Group
High School
Location
Rice University, Houston, TX 77005
Phone
+1 (240) 226-1366
A competitive research program for rising high school seniors interested in biomedical and computational sciences, offering hands-on experience and training in data science, AI, or computer science.
Age Group
High School
Location
Mohan Lab, Houston, TX
Phone
N/A
High school students explore engineering concepts and problem-solving through design-focused projects, applying skills in a professional setting.
Age Group
High School
Location
George R. Brown School of Engineering, 6100 Main Street, Houston, Texas 77005
Phone
(713) 348-4955
Students engage in an enhanced research-focused experience, conducting computational simulations, advanced molecular modeling, and presenting mini-research projects in a scientific format.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Houston (main campus)
Phone
N/A
High school students engage in immersive, mentor-led research experiences in biomedical sciences, cancer medicine, and clinical care at a leading medical institution.
Age Group
High School
Location
6565 Fannin St., Houston, TX 77030
Phone
713-441-4600
High school students engage in hands-on cybersecurity projects, explore engineering concepts, and experience college life on the Rice University campus through this pre-college STEM program.
Age Group
High School
Location
Rice University, Houston, TX
Phone
N/A
High school students learn advanced mathematical thinking techniques, solve problems, and give presentations in a rigorous residential college setting.
Age Group
High School
Location
Rice University, 6100 Main St, Houston, TX 77005
Phone
N/A
High school students develop advanced programming skills in AI, robotics, and other emerging tech fields through expert instruction and hands-on projects at Rice University.
Age Group
High School
Location
Rice University, 6100 Main St, Houston, TX 77005
Phone
(888) 837-7721
An interdisciplinary program combining artificial intelligence with ethics and real-world applications for high school students.
Age Group
High School
Location
Rice University, Houston, TX
Phone
N/A
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Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Houston directory lists 289+ local and online programs across the Houston 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 289+ STEM summer camps in Houston, TX 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston-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.
