College credit
UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College: Programming for Aspiring Scientists
Overview
A two-week course teaching Python programming with applications to physics problems. Students learn to write algorithms, visualize and fit data, and apply programming techniques to physical examples such as trajectory modeling and weather system simulation. Students earn 2 college credits.
At a glance
Deadline
May 1170 days
Sessions
Jun2 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter / Residential / Online
Location
Amherst, MA
Cost
$1,500–$2,999from $1,985
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Application requirements
Written Statement
One-page written statement of interest
Transcript
Unofficial high school transcript (PDF) with fall grades from current school year
Recommendation
Letter of recommendation from teacher or guidance counselor
Application Fee
Non-refundable $45 application fee
International Students
English language proficiency scores (TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo) or proof of English-language/bilingual school attendance; U.S.-based emergency contact
Time Zone Requirement (Online Option)
Must reside in time zone where class sessions do not extend beyond midnight
Cost & sessions
Residential: $4,119; Commuter: $2,337; Online: $1,985. Students earn 2 college credits.
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