iD Tech Summer Programs

About iD Tech

Established in 1999, iD Tech has grown rapidly and successfully in the past 20 years. It has the reputation of the industry leader in STEM education. It is the #1 summer tech camp for ages 7-18. The student base has grown from 280 to 60,000 per year.

iD Tech offers rich STEM programs at Stanford, MIT, and 150 top campuses. It introduces the most relevant, in-demand curriculum to set students on their long-term skill development pathways. If you’re interested in becoming a coder, a game developer, an engineer, or a designer, iD Tech is the best option out there.

A typical day at iD Tech summer camp includes:

-        Instruction (5hr): Master new tech skills and collaborate with peers in the labs

-        Activities and Socializing (2hr): Get outdoors, make new friends, and experience campus life

-        Flex Time (Up to 1hr): Finesse your project, unwind with a board game, or take a snack break

iD Tech offers five unique summer programs:

iD Tech Camps

Ages 7–17 | Summer | Weeklong Sessions
Day & Overnight | 130 Locations

Welcome to the original tech camp, built around YOU. Code a mobile app. Design your own video game. Produce a viral video. Discover the secrets of cryptography. Our flagship program features over 30 innovative courses, blending world-class instruction with fun camp activities. In each weeklong session, you’ll explore an inspiring campus, make new friends, and build skills that last long after summer.

Day camp (base price)

Ages: 7–17
Check-in: 8:30–9am Mon–Fri
Checkout: 5–5:30pm Mon–Thurs, Fri 3–4pm (varies by site)
Tuition: From $799/week

Overnight camp

Ages: 10–17
Check-in: Sunday 6pm
Checkout: Friday 3–4pm (varies by site)
Room and Board: From $579/week (all meals included)

For more details and registration, please visit: https://www.idtech.com/tech-camps

Use code “GCA2019” to save $40/week!

 Alexa Café

Girls Ages 10–15 | Summer | Weeklong Sessions
Day & Overnight | 20 Locations Nationwide

Inspired by iD Tech co-founder Alexa Ingram-Cauchi, the all-girls program blends tech, entrepreneurship, and social activism in a fresh, café-like setting. Big ideas come to life amidst moon chairs and stylish decor. Whether you want to code an app for charity, design a mobile game, or engineer wearable electronics, you'll collaborate with new friends and create a project you're passionate about.

Day camp (base price)

Check-in: 8:30–9am Mon–Fri
Checkout: 5–5:30pm Mon–Thurs, Fri 3–4pm (varies by site)
Tuition: From $949/week

Overnight camp

Check-in: Sunday 6pm
Checkout: Friday 3–4pm (varies by site)
Room and Board: From $579/week (all meals included)

For more details and registration, please visit: https://www.idtech.com/alexa-cafe

Use code “GCA2019” to save $40/week!

iD Coding & Engineering Academy

Ages 13–18 | Summer | Two-Week Sessions
Overnight | Beginner to Advanced
15 Prestigious Universities

Get ready to shape the future and build the in-demand skills sought by companies like Apple, Google, Facebook, NASA, and Tesla. In this intensive dev shop, you’ll experience the thrill of startup culture and push boundaries with software—all on a prestigious university campus.

Overnight program

Check-in: Sunday 6pm
Checkout: Friday 3–4pm (varies by site)
Tuition, Room, and Board: From $3,799 per two-week session (all meals included)

For more details and registration, please visit: https://www.idtech.com/id-coding-engineering-academy

Use code “GCA2018” to save $40/week!

 iD Game Design & Development Academy

Ages 13–18 | Summer | Two-Week Sessions
Overnight | Beginner to Advanced
11 Prestigious Universities

Kickstart your dream career and build the in-demand skills sought by studios like Epic Games, EA, and Ubisoft—all on a prestigious university campus. In this immersive game studio experience, you’ll take on the role of a 3D modeler, gameplay programmer, or level designer, learn the full cycle of game production, and discover how to turn your love of gaming into a lucrative career. 

Overnight program

Check-in: Sunday 6pm
Checkout: Friday 3–4pm (varies by site)
Tuition, Room, and Board: From $3,799 per two-week session (all meals included)

For more details and registration, please visit: https://www.idtech.com/id-game-design-development-academy

Use code “GCA2019” to save $40/week!

AcademyNEXT

Ages 16–19 | Summer | Four-Week Session
Overnight | Held at Stanford University

· Work with AI enabled hardware
· Tour super secret Google X Lab
· Network with top tech recruiters

Get immersed in startup culture and build specialized skills to solve the world’s biggest challenges using breakthroughs in data science, machine learning, and AI. Need an NVIDIA Jetson board? Done. Want to try out facial recognition with Anki’sCozmo? You got it. You’ll have the latest tools you need to execute your vision. When your project is complete, show off your skills and creativity to top Silicon Valley recruiters, and leave with a portfolio that commands attention.

·  Must turn 16 by December 31, 2018

·  Must demonstrate deep proficiency in technology and complete skills verification survey within 14 days of registration.

·  Must have attended at least three weeks of an iD Tech summer program.

·  Please note: Upon receiving your survey, we will notify you of your status within 15 business days. Those who are not admitted this season may transfer to an iD Tech Academy.

Check-in: Sunday 6pm
Checkout: Last Friday 5–5:30pm

Tuition: $9,799 per four-week session (includes room, board, and all three Weekend Stays in-between weeks)

For more details and registration, please visit: https://www.idtech.com/academy-next

Use code “GCA2019” to save $40/week!