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Honors Summer Math Camp (HSMC)
Summer program · Texas State University (Mathworks)HSMC is a six-week residential summer program at Texas State University where high schoolers study number theory, combinatorics, and abstract algebra while building proof-writing skills, with returning students moving into original research with faculty mentors. Applicants from across the country (and occasionally abroad) submit a one-page essay, a transcript, and a teacher recommendation, with admissions reviewed on a rolling basis starting in mid-February. The program costs $6,600 for six weeks of room, board, and instruction, and need-based scholarships are available.
Who can apply
GradesGrades 9–12
Min GPA—
ScopeNational
StatesAll states
FieldsMathematics
Logistics
Cost to you$6,600; need-based scholarships available
Financial aidAvailable
StipendNone
FormatResidential
Length6 weeks, June 20-July 31, 2027
WhereTexas State University, San Marcos, TX
Applying
OpensOpens Dec 1
DueRolling admissions from Feb 15; fills early
You submitOne-page essay, transcript (does not need to be official), teacher recommendation (preferably math teacher/coach)