Rhode Island Summer Camp Locations Summer Camps: Brown University Computer Camps
Brown University Computer Camps
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- Staff Ratio Guarantee
- Safety & Peace of Mind
- Sample Week
- In the News
- Testimonials
- FAQ
Computer Camps Held at Brown University
iD Tech Camps, Ages 7-17WEEKLONG | CO-ED | DAY CAMPS | OVERNIGHT CAMPS
COURSE TOPICS: VIDEO GAME DESIGN, PROGRAMMING, APPS, WEB DESIGN & MOREIgnite your internalDrive and do something BIG this summer! iD Tech Camps is a family company – and our company is a unique place. Some call it magical. We’re the World’s #1 Tech Camp – consistently ranked a Top Workplace. One of our big secrets? Ridiculously small ratios. Small ratios mean personalized instruction – just 8 students per instructor or fewer – or you get a free week of camp, guaranteed! Our adult-only staff are tech-savvy undergraduates, graduate students and professionals, passionate about teaching game design, film, computer science and more.
This is our 6th season hosting summer camps at Brown University. We strike the right balance between off-computer activities (creative games, sports, life skills, etc.) and essential technology education to foster STEM skill development (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). Our popular summer day camps and overnight camps at Brown University are located in beautiful Providence, Rhode Island.
We offer a variety of cutting-edge summer camp courses for beginner through advanced learners. Kids and teens learn one course topic per week, specializing in video game design, iPhone® app development, Flash® animation, programming, video editing and more – using the best brand name products from Adobe®, Apple®, Autodesk®, Google, Microsoft® and beyond. Come explore the college campus and gain skills that will last long after summer camp ends. Continue to Step 2 for Course Availability, Tuition & Dates.
About Brown University
NOTE: Looking for our exact location on campus? You must first be enrolled; you can then access that information through My Account. Not yet enrolled? Go to Step 2 to enroll. The maps included here are for general information only.
Many students use their summer camp experience with iD Tech Camps to explore colleges that they’re interested in attending in the future. Learn on campus, eat in the dining halls and ages 10+ can even stay overnight (at most campuses).
We have chosen Brown University to host our summer computer camps because Brown’s CS Department is one of the nation’s leading Computer Science programs – as ranked by the National Research Council. Brown was also ranked number one in the Princeton Review’s Best College Rankings as having the happiest students.
Brown University
Founded in 1764, Brown University was the third college in New England and the seventh in America. Our Brown University summer camp sits on 143 acres atop College Hill, overlooking Providence, the capital of Rhode Island. T.F. Green Airport is 10 miles south, in Warwick, RI.
Brown Facts
Nickname: Bears
Founded: 1764
Schools at Brown University: Medical School, Public Health, Engineering, Business
Student Population: Over 8,000 students attend Brown University, consisting of over 5,500 undergraduates and over 2,000 postgraduates. The admissions process for Brown is extremely competitive, with an undergraduate admissions rate of 10.8%. The Graduate School is also highly selective with an admissions rate of just 18%. The Alpert Medical School admitted under 2% of its 5,000 applicants.
Rankings: The U.S. News & World Report ranks Brown as tied with Stanford as the seventh most selective college in the country. The Princeton Review survey ranks Brown the 4th most selective college in America.Meals
All meals are included with our overnight and extended day programs. Day campers have the option of purchasing the lunch plan or bringing a sack lunch. The lunch plan is recommended, but not mandatory. If the lunch plan is purchased, lunch is provided Monday-Friday. Many university dining facilities do not permit outside food to be brought into the dining hall; students bringing bag lunches may eat outside of the dining hall with their classmates and instructors.
Maps/Carpool
See maps and driving directions in My Account for detailed directions on how to get to our exact location on campus. Want to Carpool? Go green and save some green when you carpool to camp! Sign up for our Carpool app in My Account to see the other families in your area that are interested in carpooling.
Staff Ratio Guarantee
iD Guarantee
Students learn in small classes for a personalized experience. How small? Classes typically have 5, 6, 7, or 8 students – but never more than 8 per instructor. That's the iD Guarantee - if we ever go over an 8:1 ratio, you get a free week of camp!
Adult-Only Instructors
iD Tech Camps recruits energetic, experienced instructors to teach our technology courses and supervise our students. Our summer staff is adult-only, with no Counselors-in-Training.
Personalized Instruction
Courses are personalized to students' abilities, and therefore suitable for beginner to advanced levels in most cases. Because of the ridiculously small ratios (max 8:1 or a free week with the iD Guarantee), instructors have time to consistently work with students 1-on-1 and adjust curriculum to their interests and experience level.
Project-Based Curriculum
We encourage a hands-on approach to technology; students learn by doing. Each student is provided with a computer and learns to work with the same products that professionals use in their fields. Students complete a project showing off their new technology skills by the end of each weeklong session they attend. By focusing on practical applications of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) skills, iD prepares students to take their new tech knowledge back into the real world.
Staff at this Location
Meet some of the amazing instructors that have taught at Brown University over the years.
- “R2D2”: This is R2D2’s 10th year of teaching – and she loves it! She is currently attending Rhode Island College to receive a master’s degree in Educational Leadership. At camp, you may see her leading a group activity, teaching Web Design/Flash, or running around making sure everyone has what they need.
- “Cyborg”: Cyborg is a recent graduate of Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) and brings years of experience with video games and programming to camp. He loves sharing his knowledge with students, and can’t wait to inspire the next generation of STEM learners.
- “Sparkle Hearts”: Sparkle Hearts is a concept artist by trade, with experience working in advertising and on professional video games. She loves teaching and hopes that her industry experience will provide useful insights for all of her campers.
- “Mr. X”: Mr. X has been working with video ever since he was a kid and knows Final Cut Pro like the back of his hand. He is also a Photoshop pro and loves teaching students how to manipulate both digital videos and photos.
Safety & Peace of Mind
Risk Management
Adult staff and instructors supervise all activities. iD has a policy of never using Counselors-in-Training (CITs).
American Camp Association® Accreditation
iD Tech Camps is accredited by the ACA at multiple locations, meaning we have met over 300 health and safety requirements. All camps follow ACA guidelines.
Background Checks
We conduct criminal background checks, sexual offender background checks, multiple reference checks and identification checks on all summer staff.
CPR & First Aid
All camps have Directors and Staff that are CPR and First Aid Certified.
Sample Week
A typical day varies depending on session and location, but it might look something like this:
SUNDAY MONDAY - THURSDAY FRIDAY 7:30 am
Extended Day Campers – Check In
Overnight & Extended Day Campers - Breakfast8:30 am
Day Campers - Drop Off & Arrival Activities
9 am
Welcome & Opening Activity
Finesse Projects to Gold Version
9:30 am
Instruction – Jump on the computers!
10 am
11 am
Friday Activity
12 pm
Lunch – Overnight and Extended Day Campers eat in the campus dining hall. Day Campers can choose to bring a bag lunch or purchase the meal plan.
Picnic Lunch
Raffle
1 pm
Instruction – Back to the labs, woo hoo!
Showcase Prep
2 pm
Family Showcase
2:30 pm
Techtivities – Ultimate Frisbee? Apples to Apples anyone? Gaming tournaments? We’ve got it all!
All campers - Check Out
3:30 pm
Instruction – Back to the labs!
Ultimate Gaming Weekends – Option available at select locations.
5 pm
Day Campers - Pick Up & Closing Activities
Overnight & Extended Day Campers – Open Lab/Free Time5:30 pm
Overnight Campers - Check In
6 pm
Welcome
Dinner
6:30 pm
Dinner
Evening Activity - Movie Nights, Local Outings, Gaming Tournaments & more!
7 pm
Extended Day Campers – Pick Up
7:30 pm
Evening Activity
Evening Activity – cont’d.
8 pm
8:30 pm
Drills
9 pm
Chillax
10 pm
PreTeen Lights Out
11 pm
Lights Out!
Off-Computer Camp Activities
Students typically spend 5-6 hours on the computer each day. iD Tech Camps is careful to balance technology and fun - giving students Tech-Reation time. When they're not on the computer, students participate in fun summer activities like talent shows, play board games, compete in sports, take part in gaming tournaments and more.
Family Showcase
Every Friday afternoon, we invite parents and friends to come and experience iD Tech Camps. See the labs where students learn, explore campus, meet our staff, applaud students' course projects and attend the personalized diploma ceremony.
Hours/ Camp Options
Day Camp - Day Camp runs Monday through Friday, with drop off between 8:30 - 9 am and pick up between 5 - 5:30 pm (3:30 pm on Fridays).
Extended Day - Extended Day Camp runs Monday through Friday, with drop off at 7:30 am and pick up at 7 pm (3:30 pm on Fridays).
Overnight Options - Overnight camps are available at most locations for students ages 10 and up. Overnight camp runs Sunday through Friday, with drop off at 6 pm on Sunday and pick up at 3:30 pm on Friday.
Ultimate Gaming Weekends - Stay the weekend and game with us. UGW is fully supervised and includes housing, meals and supervision. It is available at the end of an Overnight Camp week or as a bridge between two consecutive weeks of Overnight Camp. Not available at all locations.Attention Rhode Island Teens!
Our summer camps in Rhode Island at Brown University just got even cooler for our teen students. We have specialized teen activities including free time to hang out, movie nights, extra project time, and as always, plenty of gaming. Check out our other cool teen-only programs like the iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy, iD Visual Arts Academy and Ultimate Gaming Weekends (offered at select locations).
iD in the News
Brown University News
Brown Summer Camps: Spotlight on New Courses
May 23rd, 2012
Watch iD Tech Camps on NBC's Today Show with Kathie Lee and Hoda!
Apr 12th, 2012
As appeared in the Providence Journal - article about our RI camps held at Brown
Jul 19th, 2011
As appeared in The North Andover Citizen - article about our Merrimack summer camps in MA
Aug 21st, 2008
As appeared in The Eagle Tribune - article about our MA summer camps held at Merrimack
Jul 13th, 2008
Testimonials From Brown University
What Parents Are Saying
“This is the 3rd year my son attended this camp. He absolutely loves being here and begs us to come back for a second week every summer. He loves the food, and the campus as well. Thank you for taking good care of my son, he looks forward to coming back again. Lori Z., parent, Brown University
“I was very impressed with the organization and the ease of registration, etc. As someone who used to run a summer camp, I know how difficult it can be! Thanks for the exceptional experience. Teresa K., parent, Brown University
“I love this camp – it is very well organized and you do a good job of hiring really nice administrators and teachers. This is our second experience here and really think it is an excellent camp. Elizabeth S., parent, Brown University
“Perfect fit for my 11 year old. It was engaging, fun and inspiring to my child. Teresa S., parent, Brown University
“My son had a wonderful time at camp. He’s a bit of a hard kid to impress, but from the second he arrived at Brown, you had him. Just the right balance of things to keep him engaged. He loved everything about camp, even the outdoor activities. Liked the other kids … he doesn’t normally have access to so many kids who are like minded about computers. He’s been talking enthusiastically about the programming projects he worked on, eager to continue. And talking about wanting to go back next summer. So this was the most successful birthday/Christmas present I’ve ever given anyone. Thanks so much. Karen S., parent, Brown University
What Campers Are Saying
“iD Tech Camps was, and always is amazing! This is my second year returning and I’m already begging my parents to send me next year. The teachers, facilities and other campers were all great. Overall, I had a great time. Jill P., student, Brown University
“Yet another wonderful week. Made some friends, had fun and learned a lot about the Unreal Engine and UDK – but there is still much to learn. I have many ideas for map designs, and I plan to carry them out. I can’t wait until my next week of camp. Austin M., student, Brown University
“Everything about this camp was amazing. This is my third year and I have enjoyed every single moment. There is nothing better than developing a custom, original level in your favorite game or making a movie with your friends. Going to iD Tech Camps is basically a guarantee to have fun. Joseph Z., student, Brown University
“This camp was fantastic and I learned a great amount about using mod tools in Valve’s Source Engine. Noah T., student, Brown University
“The staff were so easy to connect with and clearly love what they do. Camp was tons of fun and I wish I could go to iD Tech Camps for the rest of the summer. Rachel W., student, Brown University
Frequently Asked Questions
What courses are offered at this location?
Go to Step 2.When does camp start?
See Step 2 for the dates of our weeklong university summer computer camps.How much does camp cost?
The cost of tuition varies depending on the course, location and camp option that you choose. Basic Day Camp ranges from $749 to $1,049 per weeklong course. There are additional costs for program add-ons.How can I save on tuition?
There are many ways for you to save!- Register early to take advantage of our seasonal promotions.
- Refer-a-Friend and you and your friend both save $50.
- Sign up for multiple weeks to save $50 off each additional week.
- Register multiple siblings and save $50 for each sibling.
Do you offer financial aid?
iD Tech Camps is proud to offer tuition assistance for families who qualify. Application deadlines are announced each year in the Spring.What is your cancellation policy?
Balance payments, less the non-refundable deposit, are refundable up until 3 weeks prior to the start of the confirmed camp week/session. No refunds will be issued for cancellations or withdrawals within 3 weeks of the start of confirmed camp weeks/sessions. All cancellations must be made online in My Account or submitted in writing to the internalDrive Inc. office no later than 3 weeks prior to the start of camp. For more details, please see our Terms & Conditions.Does my child need to have a high computer IQ?
No, our courses are for beginner to advanced students. Because of our small ratios, instructors can work with students 1-on-1 and personalize the curriculum for each student's level.Should my child bring a personal laptop to camp?
No, students do not need to bring laptops to camp. We provide a computer for each student to use for the week. All materials necessary for the course will be provided.Do you have any teen programs?
iD Tech Camps has a Teen Scene that provides older students with a more independent experience on campus. Teens enjoy extra privileges appropriate for their environment and maturity levels, and although we maintain standard supervision ratios, teens will feel a sense of freedom. Special Teen Scene activities include computer gaming tournaments and Gamingpalooza.iD also offers specialized iD Teen Academies in Gaming, Programming and Visual Arts at select locations across the country. These teen camps are intensive, two-week courses with tours of nearby industry hot spots and bi-weekly portfolio building workshops. See our iD Teen Academies page for more information.
How do I register? How do I contact you?
To register, find availability at the location you desire, and you'll be guided through the process. Registering online is the fastest way to get into camp. Or, you can phone us at 1-888-709-TECH (8324) or 1-408-871-2227. You can also email us at info@internalDrive.com. And, if you'd like a brochure sent to you, please click the brochure link.
