University of Michigan: Math and Science Scholars
Overview
A two-week residential or commuter summer program for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors offering hands-on courses taught by PhD faculty in mathematics, sciences, and related disciplines. Students select one course per session from offerings in anthropology, astronomy, chemistry, computer science, earth sciences, ecology, mathematics, paleontology, physics, and psychology.
At a glance
Deadline
Apr 6146 days
Sessions
Jun–Jul2 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter / Residential
Location
Ann Arbor, MI
Cost
$1,500–$2,999from $2,500
Entering grades
10th, 11th, 12th
Application requirements
Grade Level
Rising 10th, 11th, or 12th grader
Background
Some courses recommend solid high school mathematics background including exposure to vectors
Cost & sessions
Per session: $1,400 tuition + $1,100 residential housing (total $2,500 for residential; commuter tuition only $1,400). Application fee $100 (one-time, non-refundable, halted April 6, 2026). Optional: Saturday Cedar Point trip $90, Sunday Tigers game $65, airport transportation $25–$50, extra night lodging $100/night, commuter lunch $125. Residential housing includes meals, linens, supervision, and facility access. Tuition includes course supplies and PhD instruction.
Financial aid
Limited need-based financial aid available. Application requires first page of most recent family tax return and short statement of need. Watson A. Young Scholarship (need-based, Michigan residents only) available through University of Michigan Center for Educational Outreach. Aid covers program fees only, not travel costs.
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