mathroots

A free two-week residential summer program at MIT, run by MIT PRIMES jointly with MIT Admissions, that serves as a mathematical talent accelerator for high-potential high school students. Through classes, group work and invited lectures, students explore creative problem solving, proof techniques and ideas beyond the standard curriculum. It is open to U.S. citizens or students attending high school in the U.S., and students pay for their own transportation.

Offered by MIT PRIMES. Summer Program for high school students in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 9–11. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Math

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 9 to 11. It takes place in person in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Cost
Free to take part.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about mathroots

When is the mathroots deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is mathroots free?

Yes. mathroots is free to take part in.

Who can apply to mathroots?

High school students in grades 9 to 11. It takes place in person in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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