10 Math Summer Programs for High School Students
If you're an ambitious high school student considering a trajectory in math, consider math summer programs before applying to college. These programs are a great opportunity to showcase your passion and dedication to the subject through your attempts to go beyond the classroom!
However, balancing these programs alongside school can be daunting and might be too hectic to manage. One solution is opting for summer programs where you’ll be more free to pick up other opportunities.In this blog, we’ve listed 10 such math summer programs that you can opt for!
Math Camp, hosted by Cyber Math, is an academic Summer program designed for students who want to partake and practice their math skills with Ivy League professors. There are various courses offered, ranging from advanced middle school math to advanced high school math. You can find out more about which courses are offered on the online catalog!
This program runs on an application basis and requires a tuition rate which ranges based on whether students select to partake in the daily activities or as a residential student. There are also additional tuition types that vary when you apply for tuition.
Location: Cambridge, MA
Cost: Costs vary on the timeline of the deadline dates and are as follows:
Day student tuition varies from $2,899-$3,899
Residential students must pay between $7,485 - $8,485 for activities, accommodation, meals, and in-camp transportation.
Any additional fees for the program may include international student fees, lunch fees and extracurricular activities fees such as evening study hours.
Program Dates: Usually two weeks in July (based on previous years)
Application Deadline: Early registration deadline is typically on March 1st, Regular registration closes around April 1st, and late registration is on May 1st, and the “super-late” registration runs up until camp starts if there are available seats.
Eligibility: Applicants aged between 9-18 are eligible to apply as day scholars and 11-18 for residential students (not limited to US-based applicants)
The Research Science Institute (RSI) at MIT offers a six-week program for outstanding high school students in math, science, and engineering. Each year, around 100 students worldwide are selected. Participants spend the first week on STEM coursework at MIT, followed by five weeks of research under experienced mentors.
The program covers the entire research cycle, culminating in conference-style presentations. This immersive experience provides hands-on research practice and valuable skill development for academic and professional success.
If you’re interested, you can look at our blog, which covers this program in detail!
Location: Massachusetts Institute of Technology MA
Cost: No cost; a stipend is provided. The additional cost includes $40
Application Deadline: Typically, applications close in early December each year.
Program Dates: 6 weeks between July - August 2025 (tentative, based on last year’s schedule)
Eligibility: Open to high school juniors, including international applicants
3. Stanford University Mathematics Camp
The Stanford University Mathematics Camp (SUMaC) is a summer intensive program designed for a select group of rising high school juniors and seniors to partake in college-level mathematics. Similar to university-led courses, SUMaC offers two sessions across the summer with classes that meet regularly from Monday to Friday.
Tuition is required for SUMaC, which varies between online and residential programs, and financial aid is available for students who qualify. For this program, students are eligible to follow a two-track system where they can select their course enrollment and focus on specific interests in math. Learn more about it here.
Location: Palo Alto, California. Stanford University
Cost: Costs vary on the type of program students sign up for. Online courses are based on course-specific costs, but the baseline starts at $3,550. Residential students start at $8,250, which covers housing and meals, course materials, field trips, and transportation.
Program Dates: Depending on the session enrolled for, usually takes place in June and July
Application Deadline: The application usually closes around the first week of February, and students are notified in Mid-April of their selection
Eligibility: Applicants who are enrolled in grades 10th and 11th and have exceptional interest in mathematics
4. Summer Math Program for Young Scholars
The Summer Math Program for Young Scholars program is based out of New York University’s Center for Mathematical Talent. This is an in-person, 3-week summer course for high schoolers who are interested in pursuing their mathematical skills further in an academic setting.
Participants explore undergraduate-level math topics such as number theory, group theory, graph theory, and computer science, with lectures by current faculty and collaborative problem sessions led by graduate teaching assistants.
The program also includes weekly mathematical games and daily talks on math applications and college admissions and encourages applications from academically strong students from underserved communities, though it does not provide housing.
Location: Manhattan, New York
Cost: The cost of the program is $1,750, and financial aid and scholarships are available.
Application Deadline: The application typically closes around May 1st.
Program Dates: Usually two weeks in August
Eligibility: Current high school students in grades 9-11 who have successfully completed Algebra I with a B- or higher.
The New York Math Circle’s High School Summer Program (HSSP) offers an enriching experience for high school students interested in mathematics. This program provides both in-person and virtual options, creating a flexible learning environment.
Designed specifically for students who are passionate about math and expanding their skills this summer through the American Mathematical Society. This may be useful to students looking to boost their resume by affiliation and participation in larger nationally recognized organizations such as the AMS.
Location: For this program, there are two options: in-person at NYU Courant Institute, 251 Mercer St, Manhattan, New York or virtual.
Cost: The in-person program is $995, and the remote program is $875.
Program Dates: July to August (tentatively, based on previous years)
Application Deadline: Early registration typically closes around the end of March, and regular registration is usually due in mid-May
Eligibility: Students from grades 9-12 can apply with the prerequisite that they pass the qualifying exam
Note * Qualifying Exam: All applicants must take a qualifying exam. Students are placed into one of three levels based on their exam performance. You can learn more about this exam on the website.
6. IMA- MathCEP Math Modeling Camp
Explore real-world applications of mathematics at the Math Modeling Camp, a free program for high school students. Participants use mathematical models to analyze scenarios such as traffic impacts on bridges and climate effects on natural resources. This non-residential camp tests problem-solving skills, collaboration, and attention to detail over an extended period.
This program is good for students who are considering a career in civil or mechanical engineering, a particular plus for students looking to apply to STEM schools in the U.S. because of its affiliation to the University of Minnesota.
Location: University of Minnesota
Cost: Free
Application Deadline: Applications usually close around May
Program Dates: Usually takes place in the month of June
Eligibility: High school students who have taken calculus and have a recommendation letter from a teacher. Graduating seniors are also eligible to apply.
7. Summer Academy for Math and Science
SAMS offers the opportunity to earn college credit while mastering advanced math and science concepts. This six-week program, completely free of charge, is taught by Carnegie Mellon University faculty and includes a rigorous curriculum of classroom instruction, hands-on research projects, and professional and academic development courses. At the end of the program, participants present their STEM research projects at a day-long symposium.
To be considered for SAMS, candidates should demonstrate a strong interest in math, involvement in extracurricular activities and/or community engagement, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion in education.
Location: Residential, Carnegie Mellon University
Cost: Free
Application Deadline: Applications are typically due in March
Program Dates: 6 weeks between June to AugustEligibility: Open to high school juniors who are at least16 years old and are US Citizens
8. Mathematical Olympiad Summer Program
For students interested in competitive mathematics, the Mathematical Olympiad Summer Program (MOSP) at Carnegie Mellon University offers a rigorous three-week program aimed at preparing high schoolers for prestigious competitions like the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO). Exclusively available to top contenders of the United States of America Mathematical Olympiad (USAMO), MOSP is tuition-free.
Participants are grouped into three cohorts, engaging in daily instructional lectures and problem-solving sessions. The program emphasizes olympiad-style testing, both in groups and individually, to sharpen mathematical skills and problem-solving abilities.
Location: Carnegie Mellon University
Cost: Free
Application Deadline: This program is invitation-based. Find out more on the website under “structure of the program”.
Program Dates: The dates vary from year to year; MOP is generally held in the last three weeks of June.
Eligibility: Open to U.S. citizens or students attending high school in the U.S. or Canada.
9. Mathroots
Mathroots is a two-week summer program organized by MIT-PRIMES, specifically designed for high school students from underserved communities with a keen interest in mathematics. This program offers a chance to delve into creative math topics and enhance your problem-solving abilities.
Participants can engage in a range of activities, including classes, group sessions, and lectures conducted by experienced instructors who are well-versed in both research and competition math.
Location: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MA
Cost: Free
Application Deadline: Typically, applications close in early March each year.
Program Dates: The program usually takes in the months of June and July
Eligibility: Open to U.S. citizens or students attending high school in the U.S. (before their final year of high school) who are between the ages of 14-18 and have demonstrated academic excellence in math.
10. NYU Tandon’s Machine Learning Program
Location: NYU Tandon School of Engineering, Brooklyn, NY
Cost: Tuition Fee - $2,750 (Optional housing fee - $616 and mandatory meal plan with housing - $192).
Application Deadline: April 22, 2024
Program Dates: Multiple sessions are available. June 17 - 28, 2024 | July 8 - 19, 2024 | July 29, 2024 - August 9, 2024
Eligibility: Students aged 14 and older, with completion of Algebra 2 or equivalent and some programming experience, can apply.
NYU Tandon's summer program for Machine Learning introduces students to computer science, data analyses, mathematical techniques, and logic that drive the fields of machine learning and artificial intelligence. Lessons cover fundamental knowledge behind video and image recognition technologies, interactive voice controls for homes, autonomous vehicles, real-time monitoring and traffic control, cutting-edge diagnostic medical technologies, and other technologies that are a part of our daily lives.
During the program, you’ll learn core principles in ML & AI, such as model development through cross-validation, linear regressions, and neural networks. You will also be able to develop an understanding of how logic and mathematics are applied both to "teach" a computer to perform specific tasks on its own and to improve continuously at doing so along the way.
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Veritas AI was founded by Harvard graduate students, and through the programs, you get a chance to learn the fundamentals of AI and computer science while collaborating on real-world projects. You can also work 1-1 with mentors from universities like Harvard, Stanford, MIT, and more to create unique, personalized projects. In the past year, we had over 1000 students learn data science and AI with us. You can apply here!
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