Summer 2026 Guide

January 9, 2026

Greetings MC2 Folks!


While it still feels very much like winter here in Chicago, many families are beginning to think about their plans for Summer math enrichment. There are math programs all over the country, some free, some not. A few admit everyone they can fit, others ask applicants to complete an application, write an essay, or submit a math problem set. The resources below can help you make a choice.

  1. Apply to more selective programs early. Many of the programs that have problem set requirements, essays or letters of recommendation have deadlines before spring break.
  2. Apply to camps in Chicago after spring break. MC2, UIC YSP, and UChicago YSP tend to have later deadlines than national camps, and the UIC and UChicago websites are usually updated with dates and admissions requirements in March or April. Join the MC2 College Pathways program mailing list to receive application deadline notifications!

If you need any advice, email us at info@mathcirclesofchicago.org

National & Selective Math Programs List:

While this is not a comprehensive guide to summer math programs, many of these programs have earlier deadlines and greater admissions requirements. You may also consult the search engine for summer math programs snow.day for other programs.

Program Grade / Age Location Dates Application Financial
HCSSiM Grades 9-12 Amherst, MA June 28 - August 8 App due in March, 'Interesting Test' Free for families with income below $85,000
Mathily Grades 9-12 Bryn Mawr, PA Dates TBD, "July + A Week" Rolling admissions in Spring, 'Exam Assessing Readiness' Fees waived for some students
Math Camp Ages 13-18 Burlington, VT June 28 - August 2 February 26, 'Qualifying Quiz', References Free for families with income below $100,000
MathPath Ages 11-14 Portland, OR June 28 - July 26 Mid-February preferred, up to April, App form, recommendations, ‘Qualifying Test’ Sliding scale from $0
National Math Camp: Conway Ages 11-14 Claremont, CA June 21 - July 3 or July 5 - 17 March 14, App form, 'Problem Set' Sliding scale from $0
National Math Camp: Sierpinski Ages 11-14 Raleigh, NC June 28 - July 10 or July 12 - 24 March 14, App form, 'Problem Set' Sliding scale from $0
PROMYS Ages 14-18 Boston, MA June 28 - August 8 February 27, App form, recommendations, transcript, ‘Challenging Problem Set’ Free for families with income below $80,000
Sigma Camp Ages 12-16 Sharon, CT August 1-8 or August 9-16 Open in February, April 15 Deadline Need-based, some reserved for underrepresented groups
Texas Mathworks Grades 9-12 San Marcos, TX June 21 - August 1 April 15, App form, essay, transcript, recommendation Need-based
Wolfram High School Summer Research Program Under age 18 Boston, MA June 24 - July 11 January 18 Early, March 22 Regular, App form, coding challenge, interview Need-based
Campersand Age 9 to 18 Albuquerque, NM June 21 - 26 Early January 11, Regular February 22, Exploration Problems $1,700 + housing
Jane St. AMP Graduating HS Senior New York, NY June 29 - July 31 March 11, App form All expenses paid, $5,000 scholarship
Po-Shen Loh Live Grades 5-10 Online Flexible, many options As filled, Diagnostic tests $~20/hour, ~$800 for full course
Michigan Math and Science Scholars Rising 10th - 12th Ann Arbor, MI Three 2 Week Sessions, June 21 - July 31 Rolling admissions until courses filled Need-based
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