Math

Math is more than just equations; it's about problem solving, logic, and relationships between numbers and patterns. Math research and enrichment programs can help deepen your understanding of concepts even further. Applications for programs are usually due at the beginning of the year, so be sure to be prepared! These programs are often complementary, so don't stress and find other ways to get involved in the field of Math, from taking up extra courses in the summer or emailing math educators!

Programs

  1. MIT PRIME - Mathroots is a 14-day enrichment program aimed at uplifting highly talented underrepresented minority and female students in an effort to expose them to various kinds of advanced math and hone their problem-solving skills. Students will learn skills through various lectures from guest speakers, group activities, and classes

    • Application Deadline : Mid-November 

    • All educational, board, and food fees are covered (scholarships for transportation to MIT are available)

    • Focuses on Math Olympiad-style problems, which call for different problem-solving approaches 

    • https://mathroots.mit.edu/ 


  2. Carnegie Mellon The Summer Academy for Math and Science - “SAMS” is a 6-week in-person pre-college program geared to underrepresented high school students to earn advanced math and science college credits.

    • Application deadline: Early March

    • Application deadline: Early February 

    • Merit-based, fully funded 

    • Weekly writing workshops to prepare for college applications and other collaborative learning.  

    • Students will be able to participate in enrichment sessions, such as FAFSA, college prep, etc

    • https://www.cmu.edu/pre-college/academic-programs/sams.html


  3. Stanford University Math Camp - “SUMaC” is a 3-week academic program that dives deep into advanced mathematics topics (algebraic topology, abstract algebra, etc.

    • Application deadline: Mid-March 

    • 2 program tracks (A&B), collaborative problem solving, daily lectures, and projects

    • NOT a research program, but builds the skills for research level thinking

    • Costs around 5,000$ (Financial aid available)

    • https://sumac.spcs.stanford.edu

  4. MathILy-ER - 5 week program for students with experience in math camps, focused specifically on undergraduate level math research.

    • Application Deadline: Late April 

    • Small group project with a mentor

    • Topics in discrete math, algebra, and more

    • Eligible for students 17+ who’ve completed a proof-based program (ideal for returning students)

    • Outcome of this program would be a publishable research paper

    • https://mathily.org/app.html 


  5. Local University Mentorship’s/Dual Enrollment Research - Some universities offer summer math research for highschoolers or allow you to join labs during the school year.

    • Often informal, you email a professor to ask to assist or shadow research.

    • Can look into local universities or community colleges with math or STEM summer bridge programs 

    • Good for building mentorships and exploring math-adjacent fields