Villanova University Summer Coding Camps & STEM Programs





On Campus at Villanova University
Get a taste of collegiate life this summer at Villanova University! Our Main Line camps strike the perfect balance between STEM skill development and summer fun, allowing kids and teens to experience a week at one of the nation's most recognizable universities. Your child will work alongside new friends and learn from expert tech mentors, while taking breaks in between to enjoy Villanova's outdoor playing fields for ultimate frisbee, capture the flag, kickball, board games, and more!

The original and most trusted STEM camp
Register today at the top-rated tech camp for 25 years and counting! iD Tech is the very best experience built around your child—their interests, their skill level, their goals for the future. Trusted by the world’s top universities and over 1,000,000 parents, iD Tech is where kids and teens learn from the best—coding, game dev, robotics, and more.
Two unique experiences at Villanova University


Ages: 7-17
Duration: 1 week
Format: Day and overnight options
Skill Level: Beginner - Advanced
Price: Starting at $1,099 (payment plan available)
Our next-gen labs are a total vibe. Tech and pop culture icons deck the walls. Energetic music plays. STEM pros recruited from elite universities share their knowledge, inspiring campers to bring their visions to life, from apps and games to AI bots and viral videos! Each session blends hands-on learning with campus exploration and traditions for a one-of-a-kind recipe for summer magic. iD Tech Camps students at Villanova have the opportunity for unique experiences like:
- Meals in Dougherty Dining Hall
- Tours of campus landmarks like St. Thomas of Villanova Church and the Pavilion
- Outdoor activities across Villanova's ample green spaces
- Themed dress-up days, dance-offs, and gaming tournaments
- Raffles and Pie-Your-Instructor Fridays


Ages: 13-18
Duration: 2 weeks
Format: Day & Overnight
Skill Level: Beginner - Advanced
Price: Starting at $3,699 (payment plan available)
The moment your teen steps into our state-of-the-art labs, they’ll be immersed in startup vibes, intensive curriculum, peer-to-peer learning, and instruction from relatable Gen Z experts. Over two weeks, they’ll build an impressive portfolio project in coding, AI, or game dev, interface with industry pros, and leave with a network of talented friends and mentors. Academy students at Villanova have the opportunity for unique collegiate and career-oriented experiences that may include:
- Campus scavenger hunts across a historical campus
- Excursions to local shops, bakeries, and cheesesteak restaurants
- Trains into Downtown Philly to see the Liberty Bell, Philadelphia Museum of Art (and Rocky stairs!)
- Guest speakers from companies like Amazon, Google, Comcast, and Johnson & Johnson
More about our Main Line camps
Villanova University, Philadelphia, PA 19085
Nearest Airport(s): PHILADELPHIA: PHL (21 miles, 30 mins by car, 1 hr public transit)
Located just outside Philadelphia, Villanova's 260-acre campus is tranquil, serene, and beautiful. Founded in 1842, this Augustinian Catholic institution welcomes students of all faiths and offers a wide variety of degree programs across six colleges. The Villanova campus features expansive lawns, lush landscaping, and quintessential collegiate Gothic architecture. During outdoor activities and between lab sessions, iD Tech students can take in all that this inspiring university setting has to offer.
Learn more about Villanova here.
Campus life at Villanova University
In addition to skill-building and friendships, each iD Tech camp offers students the valuable opportunity of exploring a prestigious university campus. At Villanova University, this includes chowing down in Dougherty Dining Hall alongside future tech disruptors, taking in campus landmarks like St. Thomas of Villanova Church, and basking in the sunshine during outdoor activities and games across Villanova's ample green spaces. The entire experience gives students an exciting glimpse into their own bright future.


Elite staff and experienced instructors

Passion for STEM. Unmatched expertise. Personality that brings out the absolute best in your child! The more positive, influential, meaningful mentors your child has, the better. That's why we hire the most elite educators who can’t wait to inspire the next generation of innovators.
- 100% USA-based adult instructors
- Recruited from top universities like Stanford and NYU
- Rigorous background and reference checks
- Extensive in-person and virtual training sessions
- Adherence to American Camp Association accredited guidelines
From iD Tech to the biggest in tech
We pride ourselves on our exceptional team of elite instructors who are the mentors of today and leaders of tomorrow. Each year iD instructors go on to be hired by the most prestigious tech companies in the world like Google, EA, Disney, Microsoft, and more. When your child learns from the best, they’ll unlock opportunities to become their best.

Aspen
Associate Designer at Bethesda Softworks

"The spirit of innovation and creativity I felt around my students while teaching Unity led me toward my career as a professional game designer. My time at iD Tech taught me that no dream is too big, and that brilliant ideas can come from anywhere.”

Brian M.
Software Engineer at Disney

"The opportunity to create an environment of collaboration, inclusion, and creativity was a truly special experience. The skills I honed while teaching at iD Tech led me to my software engineering roles at ESPN and the Walt Disney Company."

Cody R.
Software Engineer at Airbnb

"I never imagined that a summer job could have such a lasting impact on my career. Teaching kids to develop video games was extremely gratifying, and it reinforced my love of programming. The skills I honed at iD Tech led me to become an engineer at Amazon then Airbnb."

Caitlyn M.
Technical Artist at Volvo

"Working at iD Tech meant giving back the amazing experience I had as a camper. iD Tech is a place of inclusivity and innovation, and there’s never a dull day with all the creative ideas that get shared around!"
Most popular course topics

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Produce videos in YouTube camp, edit photos with Adobe, 3D model with Autodesk. 3D printing camps and other digital arts courses.
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