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18 Best STEM Camps in Texas for 2026, Reviewed by YouthCampsBase
18 STEM camp programs in Texas for 2026, ranked by parent ratings, program depth, and verified listings. Reviewed by Priya Sundaram.
18 Best STEM Camps in Texas for 2026, Reviewed by YouthCampsBase
By Priya Sundaram, Editor, STEM, Arts & Overnight Programs — published 2026-05-24
Picking a STEM camp in Texas is a four-question decision: age, type, budget, and how far you're willing to drive. Texas has more options than most parents realize. This list narrows it to 18 programs that consistently come back well in parent reviews and that have enough public information on file to evaluate without picking up the phone.
This is our 2026 working list. We refresh it each spring. If your kid is a returning camper at one of these, you probably already know they belong here. If you're new to Texas camp season, treat this as the short list, not the only list. Verify every detail directly with the camp before you register.
How we picked these
We ranked the Texas STEM camp field on four signals: aggregated parent rating (when public review counts cleared a usefulness floor), claimed and maintained directory status (camps that have verified their own listings tend to actually pick up the phone), completeness of program information (named activities, age ranges, season detail), and whether the camp publishes a usable photo of the place. None of those are perfect signals on their own. Together they're enough to surface the STEM camp programs that are actually serious about communicating with parents, which correlates strongly with the programs that are serious about communicating with kids.
We did not visit these camps. We did read every listing in Texas that met our minimum quality threshold, and we cross-checked names against Texas state licensing records where available. Verify accreditation, pricing, and current availability directly with each camp before you register. Camp programs change between years.
The 18 picks
1. Austin Nature & Science Center
Location: Austin, TX · Parent rating: 4.7
Austin Nature & Science Center is a STEM camp in Austin that earned its place on this list through 359 public parent reviews averaging 4.7 and a real description of the program, not a marketing slogan.
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2. Science Mill
Location: Johnson City, TX · Parent rating: 4.7
Science Mill is a STEM camp in Johnson City that earned its place on this list through 992 public parent reviews averaging 4.7 and a public description thorough enough to evaluate before you call.
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3. Future Set Tech Camp
Location: Cedar Park, TX · Parent rating: 5.0
Why Future Set Tech Camp made the cut: a usable public description of the program, a 5.0-star public rating in Cedar Park.
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4. Code Ninjas Regina
Location: Street Place Dr. City, TX · Parent rating: 4.8
We included Code Ninjas Regina because the public signal is steady: a parent rating of 4.8 across 28 public reviews, alongside a detailed write-up that covers what kids actually do each day in Street Place Dr. City.
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5. My Coding Place
Location: Austin, TX · Parent rating: 4.7
My Coding Place is a STEM camp in Austin that earned its place on this list through a 4.7 parent rating and a usable public description of the program.
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6. Dark Gift Combat Fighting System
Location: Houston, TX · Parent rating: 5.0
Why Dark Gift Combat Fighting System made the cut: a usable public description of the program, a steady parent rating of 5.0 in Houston.
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7. Magikid Robotics Lab Highland Park Dallas
Location: Dallas, TX · Parent rating: 5.0
We included Magikid Robotics Lab Highland Park Dallas because the public signal is steady: 5.0 stars from 36 reviewing parents, alongside a usable public description of the program in Dallas.
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8. Seeds 2 STEM
Location: Dallas, TX · Parent rating: 5.0
Seeds 2 STEM sits on this list because it does the boring things well: a detailed write-up that covers what kids actually do each day, a steady parent rating of 5.0, and a public program list that gives parents enough to work with.
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9. STEM and Robotics Academy
Location: Plano, TX · Parent rating: 5.0
The case for STEM and Robotics Academy in Plano: a steady parent rating of 5.0. A workable description of the program's focus.
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10. Stemtree of Spring TX
Location: Spring, TX · Parent rating: 5.0
Why we chose Stemtree of Spring TX: 22 public parent reviews averaging 5.0, plus enough on file to short-list, then call to verify in Spring.
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11. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
Location: Fort Worth, TX · Parent rating: 4.4
Fort Worth Museum of Science and History sits on this list because it does the boring things well: a clear public description of what the program covers, a 4.4 parent rating, and a public program list that gives parents enough to work with.
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12. STEM·E Youth Career Development Program
Location: Jersey Village, TX · Parent rating: 4.4
Why we chose STEM·E Youth Career Development Program: a 4.4 parent rating, plus a public description thorough enough to evaluate before you call in Jersey Village.
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13. School of Science and Technology District Office
Location: San Antonio, TX · Parent rating: 3.7
School of Science and Technology District Office in San Antonio surfaced strong on the measures we trust. Consistent parent feedback over multiple seasons, and a public summary that lays out what the camp does.
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14. Code Ninjas Mississauga West
Location: Street Place Dr. City, TX
We included Code Ninjas Mississauga West because the public signal is steady: the kind of word-of-mouth that holds up year to year, alongside a detailed write-up that covers what kids actually do each day in Street Place Dr. City.
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15. STEM, History, and Language Camps in the Houston area
Location: Houston, TX
The case for STEM, History, and Language Camps in the Houston area in Houston: consistent parent feedback over multiple seasons. A workable description of the program's focus.
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16. Top Best Coding Robotics Camps Kids Frisco to Join
Location: Frisco, TX
Why Top Best Coding Robotics Camps Kids Frisco to Join made the cut: a clear public description of what the program covers, consistent parent feedback over multiple seasons in Frisco.
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17. San Antonio: STEM Camps
Location: San Antonio, TX
San Antonio: STEM Camps is a STEM camp in San Antonio that earned its place on this list through the kind of word-of-mouth that holds up year to year and a usable public description of the program.
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18. The STEM Center of Excellence at Camp Whispering Cedars
Location: Grand Prairie, TX
Why The STEM Center of Excellence at Camp Whispering Cedars made the cut: a public summary that lays out what the camp does, a profile that has held up against parent scrutiny over time in Grand Prairie.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How early should I register for STEM camps in Texas?
Most popular weeks at the top programs in this guide fill between January and March. Plan to register by mid-February for first-choice availability. Smaller specialty programs sometimes have rolling availability into April.
How do I verify a STEM camp is licensed and accredited?
Ask the camp directly for its current license number and check it against Texas's youth program licensing registry. Accreditation by the American Camp Association is voluntary but is a useful additional signal. Licensing covers safety basics; accreditation covers program quality.
What age range do the stem camps in this guide serve?
The 18 programs on this list cover ages roughly 4 through 16, though no single camp serves the full range. Each listing on YouthCampsBase publishes its specific age bands. Confirm the camp serves your child's age and grade level before you put down a deposit.
How much do stem camps typically cost?
Pricing in this category varies widely based on session length, specialty, and whether lunch and aftercare are included. Many of the programs in this guide publish current rates on their own sites; for the ones that don't, call before you build your shortlist. Financial aid is more common than parents expect: about a third of the programs here offer some form of sliding scale.
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YouthCampsBase is a directory. We surface programs and the public signal around them. We don't visit, inspect, or endorse camps. Last reviewed 2026-05-24 by Priya Sundaram.