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▌ STEM · Ages 7–17

iD Tech Camps at Carnegie Mellon University

Oakland · $949/week

iD Tech at Carnegie Mellon offers weeklong day and overnight camps in coding, game dev, and robotics.

▌ Editor's read The iD Tech Camps website loads successfully and details a variety of STEM-focused day camps held at Carnegie Mellon University, among other locations. The camp offers courses in coding, game development, robotics, and creative arts for ages 7-17, with a stated staff-to-student ratio of 1:5. The 'About Us' page indicates the company has been operating since 1999, founded by Pete Ingram-Cauchi, making it 26 years in operation. The website also mentions that all staff undergo background checks. iD Tech is a for-profit organization. Google reviews for 'iD Tech Camps' generally show a rating of around 4.5 stars across many locations, with parents often praising the engaging curriculum and knowledgeable instructors. However, specific accreditation for the Carnegie Mellon location was not found in the ACA directory.
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Since 200026+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 7–17

iD Tech Camps at Carnegie Mellon 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
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 7–17
  • 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 $949/week. Overnight camp adds $679/week for room and board (ages 10-17). Optional weekday lunch $70/week.

↗ What parents like

  • Prestigious university campus
  • Day and overnight options
  • Variety of tech courses

↘ Watch for

  • High cost
  • Lunch not included in base price

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about iD Tech Camps at Carnegie Mellon University

What ages does iD Tech Camps at Carnegie Mellon University accept?
iD Tech Camps at Carnegie Mellon 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 Carnegie Mellon University cost?
iD Tech Camps at Carnegie Mellon University publishes $949/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $949 median for stem camps in Pittsburgh. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are iD Tech Camps at Carnegie Mellon University's hours?
iD Tech Camps 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 Camps at Carnegie Mellon University?
iD Tech Camps at Carnegie Mellon 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 Carnegie Mellon University provide lunch?
iD Tech Camps at Carnegie Mellon University does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does iD Tech Camps at Carnegie Mellon University compare to other stem camps in Pittsburgh?
iD Tech Camps 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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