Make Your Summer Count: Math
MathWorks: Math Modelling (M3) Challenge:
Date: February & March
Application Date: November
Course Delivery: Online
Tuition: Free
Join many other students in commemorating two decades of the M3 Challenge, where applied mathematics meets real-world problem-solving to unlock student potential and change lives across STEM fields. In this inspiring celebration featuring Elizabeth Marshman, Ren Lopez, and Nathaniel Shields, discover how this transformative competition has empowered nearly 80,000 students to develop critical skills in data science and mathematical modeling while opening doors to exciting STEM careers and opportunities. Through powerful stories of students who have discovered their passion for applied mathematics and problem-solving, witness firsthand how the M3 Challenge continues to build essential skills, foster innovation, and create pathways for the next generation of STEM leaders who are already making their mark on the world through the mathematical thinking and analytical abilities they developed during this life-changing experience.
Art of Problem Solving: Online School:
Date: Ongoing
Application Date: Ongoing
Course Delivery: Online
Tuition: $470
Discover the world's premier problem-solving community through Art of Problem Solving's comprehensive course offerings, where students focus on advanced problem-solving techniques and deep conceptual understanding rather than rote memorization, engaging with brilliant peers and expert mentors who share their passion for mathematical excellence. With multiple course sessions offered throughout the year covering identical high-quality material, students can choose the perfect timing to join this transformative learning experience that emphasizes critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and collaborative learning within the largest and most vibrant problem-solving community worldwide. Whether you're seeking to strengthen foundational skills or tackle advanced mathematical concepts, each course provides an intellectually stimulating environment where students engage in meaningful discussions about challenging problems while building the analytical thinking skills essential for success in mathematics competitions, advanced coursework, and future STEM careers.
Carnegie Mellon University: Pre-College Summer Program - The Summer Academy
Date: June, July & August
Application Date: March
Course Delivery: Online & In-person
Tuition: Free
Carnegie Mellon's Pre-College Summer Session offers high school students the extraordinary opportunity to earn genuine college credit while experiencing the supportive yet rigorous academic environment that mirrors freshman year at one of the world's premier universities. With approximately thirty courses available across diverse disciplines, including science, humanities, social sciences, engineering, computer science, and technology applied to the arts, students work alongside dedicated faculty in an authentic college setting that challenges them to excel at the university level. This transformative experience allows successful participants to demonstrate their college readiness while earning transferable Carnegie Mellon University credits that are widely accepted by other prestigious institutions, providing both academic advancement and a competitive edge in college admissions through proven ability to thrive in demanding collegiate coursework at one of the nation's most respected research universities.
Johns Hopkins Center for talented youth - mathematics:
Date: June, July & August
Application Date: May
Course Delivery: In-person
Tuition: Varies by program
The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth transcends traditional summer camps by bringing together the world's most advanced young learners to explore cutting-edge fields including arts and sciences, bioethics, engineering, public health, and dozens of other academic disciplines through more than 70 in-person summer courses taught by expert instructors. This extraordinary on-campus experience creates a vibrant community where young scholars expand their knowledge alongside intellectual peers who share their passionate love of learning, engaging in stimulating discussions, collaborative projects, social events, and activities that foster both academic excellence and lasting friendships. Far more than just continuing education during summer break, CTY provides gifted students with the rare opportunity to dive deeply into advanced coursework while surrounded by like-minded individuals who understand and celebrate the joy of intellectual discovery, creating an environment where exceptional minds can truly flourish and reach their full potential.
University of Pennsylvania: Wharton MoneyBall Academy
Date: July
Application Date: Early: January 29th / Final: April 2nd
Course Delivery: In-person
Tuition: $9,799
Professor Adi Wyner's Moneyball program transforms mathematically gifted students into sophisticated sports analysts by teaching advanced statistical concepts that go far beyond AP Statistics, covering rigorous content from Wharton's STAT 101, STAT 470, plus elements of STAT 102, 430, and 471 while mastering R programming, the professional statistical language used by expert data scientists. This intensive mathematical experience empowers students to understand and perform the complex analytical work featured in FiveThirtyEight, Fangraphs, and Hardball Times, combining theoretical statistical knowledge with hands-on coding skills to tackle real-world sports data challenges. Students collaborate with analytically minded peers on advanced mathematical projects potentially featured in the prestigious Wharton Sports Analytics Journal, while learning directly from industry leaders like Washington Nationals Assistant GM Samuel Mondry-Cohen, Los Angeles Lakers Data Scientist Diana Ma, and Philadelphia Eagles VP Alec Halaby, who demonstrate how sophisticated mathematical thinking drives professional sports decision-making at the highest levels.
Or…If none of these are right for you
Sigma Scholars:
Date: Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter Cohorts
Application Date: November 1st (Winter Cohort)
Course Delivery: Online
Tuition: Varies by program and scope, reach out for more info!
Sigma Scholars is our flagship research program, allowing students to create research that adds to the body of knowledge within the field of their interest. With dozens of PhD candidates and professors in our network, no matter what a student is interested in, we find a mentor that can guide their learning! From their first taste of the research world to researching with Ivy League professors and year-long in-depth fellowships, our program provides opportunities for students to not only delve deeper into their interests, but to develop valuable skills while doing so. Included are our proprietary Research Bootcamp, Writing Specialists, and publication support—all while our consultants ensure that their work weaves into the larger narrative of their applications and academic development.
