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Boston University: Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists (PROMYS)
Overview
A six-week residential mathematics program for high school students ages 14–18 that emphasizes exploratory problem-solving, mathematical discovery, and creative thinking. Students work in a community-based learning environment alongside undergraduate counselors, graduate students, and research mathematicians.
At a glance
Deadline
Feb 27107 days
Sessions
Jun6 wk sessions
Formats
Residential
Location
Boston, MA
Cost
$7,000+from $8,000
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Selective; students carefully selected from across U.S. and internationally
Application requirements
Problem Set Solutions
Solutions to challenging problem set; AI use prohibited
Letter of Recommendation
From math teacher, coach, professor, or mentor
Transcript
High school transcript or report card
Application Form
Short answers and solution summaries via Submittable
Grade Completion
Must have completed 9th grade by program start; not yet enrolled as full-time college student
Financial Aid Form
Separate form with March 15 deadline
Cost & sessions
Up to $8,000 for six-week residential program including tuition, room, and board (2026). Actual per-student cost over $10,000 but subsidized. FREE for domestic students with family income under $80,000 AGI. Need-based aid available for full or partial cost. Financial aid deadline March 15.
Financial aid
Full cost covered for domestic students with family income under $80,000 AGI. Need-based aid available for full or partial costs for all eligible students. International students considered case-by-case. Breakout Fellowship (full scholarship) automatically considered for all applicants. Yongren Fellowships available for students in China. Some travel support may be available.
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SubjectsMathematics