Honors Summer Math Camp Application

2025 HSMC Online Application

This is the application form for the 2025 Honors Summer Math Camp program, a residential summer math program for high school students. The camp will be held at Texas State University from June 15 - July 26, 2025.

The deadline to apply to camp is April 15. Returning students are encouraged to apply by February 15. We have a rolling admissions and our program often fills up before the application deadline. Please give us a call at 512-245-3837 if you have questions or need help with the application.

You will need the following to complete your online application:

1. Essay - (Required) Upload an essay with this application.

2. Transcript or Latest Report Card - (Required) Upload your transcript or latest report card with this application.

Your application will not be complete until we receive your:

3. Teacher Recommendation - (Required) Your teacher must complete the online recommendation form at this link: Teacher Recommendation Form. Your teacher must complete the form and upload a letter.

Note: after you click "submit," the system will automatically e-mail you a copy of your application.

Year *

2025

Camp Name *

HSMC

Applying to be a *

Applicant's Information

Student LAST Name *

Student FIRST Name *

Student Middle Initial

Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY) *

Mailing Address *

City *

State(For international students-Country) *

Zip *

Are you a U.S. Citizen? *

Yes

Primary Phone Number (please put in 123-456-7890 format)--If international student please enter 123-456-7890 *

Secondary Phone Number (please put in 123-456-7890 format)--If international student please enter 123-456-7890

Note: Student's E-mail address is the email that we will use to contact you with all relevant information about camp!

Student's E-mail Address (This will be our primary means of communication with you regarding the camp) *

Please indicate ethnic background for demographic purposes. (Optional)

Gender (for demographic purposes) *

Parent Contact Information

Parent's Name *

Parent's Phone Number *

Parent's E-mail Address: *

School Information

Name of School *

School District Name *

Name of Recommending Teacher *

SAT/PSAT or ACT scores (if available) - Math

SAT/PSAT or ACT scores (if available) - Critical Reading (SAT) or Reading (ACT)

Class Rank (Example: 5 out of 50. If school does not rank, put "school does not rank") *

What grade will you complete by June? *

Math Courses Already Taken

If you have already completed any of the math courses listed below, please indicate the letter grade you received, e.g., "A", "B", "C".

Algebra I

Algebra II

Geometry

Trigonometry

Analytic Geometry

Pre-Calculus

Calculus

Other Math Courses (list title of course and grade received)

Transcript/Report Card

Please upload a copy (PDF format only) of your transcript/report card using the selection button below.

Upload a copy of your transcript/report card. Please name the file "HSMC_transcript_lastname,firstname" *

Essay

Please upload a one-page essay (PDF format only) to cover topics described below.

What topics should my essay cover? *

First-year student topics are

Second and third year student topics are

First-year Student Essay Topics

Please upload an application essay below. Please submit a one-page essay that addresses the following prompts:

How did you learn about our program?
Describe your mathematics background and what you have enjoyed exploring?
What other activities are you engaged in doing?
What excites you about coming to this program?

Include your full name at the top of your essay. Thank you.

Second- and Third-year Student Essay Topics

Please upload an application essay below. Please submit a one-page essay that addresses the following prompts:

How did you learn about our program?
Please describe your experience at HSMC and why you would like to return.
What have you been studying in mathematics?
What other activities are you engaged in doing?

Include your full name at the top of your essay. Thank you.

Upload your Essay (PDF only). Please title your file "HSMC_essay_lastname,firstname" *

Need-Based Financial Aid

Note: No payment due with application. If you are accepted, your acceptance letter will reflect the amount due. Limited scholarship assistance is available from the Mathworks Endowments and other donations. Please complete this section to be considered for scholarship assistance.

The full tuition for the program is $6,600. This covers room and board, supplies, and a copy of Mathematica to use during the school year. Students may wish to bring a small amount of money for miscellaneous expenses.

If you are not seeking a need-based scholarship, simply put "N/A".

1. Do you qualify for the Free or Reduced Lunch Program? (We will verify your status with your school.) *

Yes

2. Adjusted gross income on your parent's most recent Federal Tax Return (this information is REQUIRED to be considered for financial aid). If you are NOT seeking a need-based scholarship, simply put "N/A". *

3. Financial Needs Statement: Use this space to provide additional information (You MUST provide: family size, source of income, and additional considerations) that will help us determine financial aid eligibility. If you are NOT seeking a need-based scholarship, simply put "N/A". *

By checking below, you are agreeing with the statement. *

I certify that all the information herein is truthful and accurate.

If you happen to see this, do not fill this field.