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▌ STEM · Ages 13–17

iD Tech Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon University

Oakland · $1,049/week

Learn to create amazing video games with Unreal Engine 5, the same tool used by AAA studios like Epic Games.

▌ Editor's read The iD Tech website loads as a legitimate camp discovery platform for STEM programs. The specific camp, 'Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon University,' is part of a larger network of camps offered by iD Tech, which has been operating for 25 years. The company is for-profit and states a 1:8 staff-to-student ratio on its 'About Us' page, along with a commitment to background checks for all staff. While iD Tech itself is not listed in the ACA directory, individual university-hosted programs might operate under the university's guidelines. Google reviews for iD Tech generally show a rating of around 4.5 stars from thousands of reviews, with many parents praising the engaging curriculum and knowledgeable instructors. The program type is primarily day camp, though overnight options are available at some locations. Social media handles include @idtech on Instagram and 'idTech' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 13–17

iD Tech Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon University serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in stem, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2001 (25 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 13–17
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Address: 5000 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
  • Phone: (888) 709-8324
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Day camp from $1049/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 on second course. Payment plans available from $375.

↗ What parents like

  • Taught by industry professionals
  • Small class sizes

↘ Watch for

  • High cost
  • Limited availability

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about iD Tech Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon University

What ages does iD Tech Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon University accept?
iD Tech Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon University is open to children ages 13–17. 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 Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon University cost?
iD Tech Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon University publishes $1,049/week for the standard session. That sits 11% above the $949 median for stem camps in Pittsburgh — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. Day camp from $1049/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 on second course. Payment plans available from $375. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are iD Tech Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon University's hours?
iD Tech Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon 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.
Who runs iD Tech Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon University?
iD Tech Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon 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 Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon University provide lunch?
Yes — iD Tech Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon 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 Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon University offer extended care?
Yes — iD Tech Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon University offers extended care alongside the main program day. Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
How does iD Tech Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon University compare to other stem camps in Pittsburgh?
iD Tech Camp - Game Development with Unreal Engine 5 at Carnegie Mellon University is one of 33 stem camps in Pittsburgh 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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