Chicago is jam-packed with STEM summer camps at local universities, museums, and other nearby centers, so if architectural model making, video game development, battle bot competitions, 3D printing, and Harry Potter science sound like the makings of your kiddo's perfect summer, you're in luck. As science, technology, engineering, and math become increasingly crucial in our tech-centric world, you can give yourself a pat on the back for hooking up your kid with skills that will serve them long after their school days.
Here are our picks for the best Chicago area STEM summer camps. For more of the best Chicago summer camps, check out our Chicago Summer Camp Guide or our directory of summer camps in Chicago.