What ages does iD Tech Camps at Stanford University accept?

iD Tech Camps at Stanford University is open to children ages 7–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.

How much does iD Tech Camps at Stanford University cost?

iD Tech Camps at Stanford University publishes $2,300/week for the standard session. That sits 61% above the $1,429 median for stem camps in Stanford — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. Starting at $4,599 for a two-week program Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Who runs iD Tech Camps at Stanford University?

iD Tech Camps at Stanford University is operated by a private business, with 25 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does iD Tech Camps at Stanford University provide lunch?

Yes — iD Tech Camps at Stanford University includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

How does iD Tech Camps at Stanford University compare to other stem camps in Stanford?

iD Tech Camps at Stanford University is one of 11 stem camps in Stanford that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

▌ STEM · Ages 7–17

iD Tech Camps at Stanford University

Stanford University · $2,300/week · ★ 4.4 (3339 reviews)

iD Tech offers STEM camps at Stanford University, including game design with Unreal Engine 5.

▌ Editor's read The iD Tech website loads successfully, detailing a C++ Programming & Unreal Engine 5 Game Development course held at Stanford University. The program is a day camp, with options for extended day, and is designed for ages 13-17. iD Tech, founded by Pete Ingram-Cauchi, has been operating for over 25 years, indicating significant experience in the field. The camp maintains a low student-to-instructor ratio of 8:1, and explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks. While specific Google reviews for the 'Game Design Academy with Unreal Engine 5 - Stanford' were not isolated, iD Tech as a whole has a strong online presence with generally positive reviews, often highlighting the quality of instruction and engaging curriculum. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. Social media handles found are @idtech for Instagram and 'idtech' for Facebook.

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Who thrives here Ages 7–17

iD Tech Camps at Stanford University is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. stem programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Day camp
ACA accredited: Not verified
Established: 2001 (25 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: STEM
Ages: 7–17
Address: Stanford University, 450 Jane Stanford Way, Stanford, CA 94305
Phone: 1-888-709-8324
Cost notes: Starting at $4,599 for a two-week program

Logistics

Lunch provided: Yes
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about iD Tech Camps at Stanford University

What ages does iD Tech Camps at Stanford University accept?: iD Tech Camps at Stanford University is open to children ages 7–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does iD Tech Camps at Stanford University cost?: iD Tech Camps at Stanford University publishes $2,300/week for the standard session. That sits 61% above the $1,429 median for stem camps in Stanford — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. Starting at $4,599 for a two-week program Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs iD Tech Camps at Stanford University?: iD Tech Camps at Stanford University is operated by a private business, with 25 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does iD Tech Camps at Stanford University provide lunch?: Yes — iD Tech Camps at Stanford University includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does iD Tech Camps at Stanford University compare to other stem camps in Stanford?: iD Tech Camps at Stanford University is one of 11 stem camps in Stanford that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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