iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University
iD Tech offers STEM-focused day camps for kids and teens at Northwestern University.
▌ Editor's read iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University is part of the larger iD Tech program, which has been operating for 26 years, founded by Pete Ingram-Cauchi. The website, idtech.com/tech-camps, loads successfully and details various STEM courses offered, including coding, game design, and robotics. The camp explicitly states a 1:8 staff-to-student ratio and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. While iD Tech is a prominent national program, specific accreditation for the Northwestern University location through the ACA was not found. Google reviews for iD Tech generally show a rating of 4.5 stars based on thousands of reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging instructors and diverse course offerings. The program primarily offers day camps, with some overnight options at other locations, and is a for-profit entity. Social media handles include @idtech on Instagram and 'idtech' on Facebook, both actively maintained.
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Since 200026+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
iD Tech Camps at Northwestern 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
- 2000 (26 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- 1:10
Money & Policies
- Financial aid
- Available · Need-based
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Scholarships are available for underserved students. Individual and group applications are accepted.
- FSA eligible
- Yes — FSA / DCFSA accepted
- Sibling discount
- $50 off second child
Save $50 when you buy a second camp or course, whether it's in another topic or for another course.
Details → - Session lengths
- 5-day (full week)
- What campers take home
- Depending on the program, your child or teen will earn a portfolio-boosting certificate endorsed by iD Tech and/or one of our prestigious partners.
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 7–17
- Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Address: 633 Clark St, Evanston, IL 60208, USA
- Phone: (888) 709-8324
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD. Day camp starts at $949/week. Overnight camp adds $679/week for room and board (ages 10-17). Optional weekday lunch $70/week. Save $150 with code JOINCAMP. Save $50 when buying a second course. Payment plans available starting at $375.
↗ What parents like
- Project-based learning
- Small class sizes
↘ Watch for
- Expensive
- Limited availability
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: Yes
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University
- What ages does iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University accept?
- iD Tech Camps at Northwestern 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 Northwestern University cost?
- iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University publishes $949/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $949 median for stem camps in Evanston. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University's hours?
- iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University runs 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- What is iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University's staff-to-camper ratio?
- iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University publishes a 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio. ACA recommends roughly 1:6 for ages 4-5, 1:8 for 6-8, 1:10 for 9-14, and 1:12 for 15-18 in day camps; tighter ratios than recommended usually signal more attentive supervision but can also reflect smaller program scale.
- Who runs iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University?
- iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University is operated by a private business, with 26 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 Northwestern University provide lunch?
- Yes — iD Tech Camps at Northwestern 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.
- Does iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University offer financial aid?
- Yes — iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University offers financial aid or scholarships. Most camp aid is need-based, application-based, and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, so apply as soon as the form opens (usually January-February for the upcoming summer).
- Is iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University eligible for Dependent Care FSA reimbursement?
- Yes — iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University qualifies for Dependent Care FSA / 401(k) Dependent Care reimbursement under IRS rules covering work-enabling childcare for kids under 13. Save the camp's W-9 / EIN; you'll need it for the IRS Form 2441 filing in April.
- How does iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University compare to other stem camps in Evanston?
- iD Tech Camps at Northwestern University is one of 18 stem camps in Evanston 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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