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Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists - https://promys.org/ 

PROMYS is a prestigious and rigorous six-week residential summer program at Boston University designed for high school students passionate about mathematics. This intensive opportunity focuses on a deep dive into number theory and proof-based mathematics, emphasizing mathematical discovery rather than advanced coursework. The program runs from June 28 to August 8, 2026, and is open to students who will be at least 14 years old and have completed the 9th grade by the program start date.

Need-based financial aid is available, including full scholarships for domestic students whose families make under $80,000 annually. The application process is highly selective and centered around a challenging problem set that requires ingenuity and dedication to solve.

The application for the 2026 program is expected to open in January 2026. Interested students should monitor the official PROMYS website for updates and application materials. Students can also sign up to be notified when the application launches on the PROMYS student notification page.

Key Dates (Approximate):

Application Opens: January 2026

Application Deadline: Early March 2026

 

Horizon Academic Research Program

The Horizon Academic Research Program offers highly motivated high school students a virtual opportunity to conduct university-level research by working one-on-one with a professor to develop a 20-page paper in subjects ranging from Political Theory to Machine Learning. The selective program (around a 26% acceptance rate) guides students in defining research scope and crafting publishable-quality papers, potentially enhancing college applications and standing out to admissions officers. Learn more about the online research program and application requirements at horizoninspires.com.

 

The Winship Summer Scholars Research Program at Emory University's Winship Cancer Institute

The Winship Summer Scholars Research Program at Emory University's Winship Cancer Institute offers rising or graduating high school seniors a six-week, full-time opportunity for hands-on research in an active cancer lab, paired with a mentor. The program includes faculty lectures, field trips, discussions with cancer survivors, and a final research symposium, with a $2,400 stipend for in-person participants who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. For more details, visit winshipcancer.emory.edu.

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