14 Summer Math Programs for High School Students in NYC
For high school students interested in mathematics, summer programs provide a focused way to build skills that you may not be able to develop during the academic year. These programs often emphasize advanced coursework, applied problem-solving, and exposure to how math is used in fields like computer science, engineering, economics, and data science. By participating, you can gain experience with logical reasoning, quantitative analysis, and, in some cases, coding or research, while working with instructors who have subject-matter expertise.
What math summer programs are available for high schoolers in New York City?
NYC offers a range of summer math programs for high schoolers, from research intensives to internships. This list includes free programs, options with scholarships or financial aid, and programs that offer college credit. Depending on the structure, you may take advanced classes, work on structured projects, or participate in research. These opportunities can strengthen your academic preparation, support your college applications, and help you understand how mathematical skills connect to STEM coursework and future study.
This blog highlights 14 math summer programs available to high school students in New York City.
1. Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM)
Location: NYC and LA, with residential summer components at college campuses
Cost: Free
Program Dates: July 6 - 27 (New York) and June 23 - July 14 (Southern California)
Application Deadline: Not specified
Eligibility: Students from underserved communities who show mathematical promise
Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM) is a long-term program for students from underserved communities who are interested in math. The journey begins with BEAM Discovery, a five-week summer day program after 6th grade. After 7th grade, you join BEAM Summer Away, a three-week residential program where you’ll live on a college campus. In these programs, you will explore advanced math, learn problem-solving skills, and build confidence while learning with mentors and other students. If you are accepted into the BEAM Pathway Program, the support continues all the way through high school and college. You’ll attend weekend classes such as Things You Need to Know, math enrichment, and Algebra 1 if your school does not offer them. You will also get one-on-one advice for high school placement, summer programs, and college applications. Once in college, you will continue to receive advice and limited funding for internships or tuition, helping you towards a career in STEM.
2. Ladder Internship Program
Location: Remote! You can work from anywhere in the world
Cost: Varies according to program (financial aid available)
Program dates: Multiple cohorts throughout the year, including Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter
Application deadline: Deadlines vary depending on the cohort. Spring (January), Summer (May), Fall (September), and Winter (November)
Eligibility: Students who can work for 10-20 hours/week, for 8-12 weeks. Open to high school students, undergraduates, and gap year students!
Ladder Internships is a selective start-up internship program for ambitious high school students who want real-world experience before college! In the program, you intern with a high-growth start-up in a variety of industries, from tech/deep tech and AI/ML to health tech, marketing, journalism, consulting, and more. You can explore all the options in their application form here. Ladder’s start-ups are high-growth companies that have raised over a million dollars in funding, on average. In the program, interns work closely with their managers and a Ladder Coach on real-world projects and present their work to the company at the end of the internship. The virtual internship is fully virtual and usually 8 weeks long, making it flexible to fit into your summer schedule. Here is the application form.
3. Stony Brook Mathematics Department Summer Program
Location: Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY
Cost: $800
Program Dates: July 14—18
Application Deadline: Not specified
Eligibility: Students who will start 9th grade or a higher grade this fall
Stony Brook University’s Mathematics Department Summer Program is a one-week summer math program for high school students in NYC who want to explore math topics beyond what is taught in school. In this program, you will study fascinating areas such as number theory, topology, cryptography, dynamical systems, and logic – showing you how math is connected to puzzles and patterns in the real world. You will also strengthen your collaboration skills by working in groups and learn how to think about math the way it is done in college and research.
4. Lumiere Research Scholar Program
Location: Remote , you can participate in this program from anywhere in the world!
Cost: Varies depending on program type. Full financial aid available.
Application Deadline: Varying deadlines based on cohort.
Program Dates: Varies by cohort: summer, fall, winter, or spring. Options range from 12 weeks to 1 year.
Eligibility: You must be currently enrolled in high school and demonstrate a high level of academic achievement.
The Lumiere Research Scholar Program is a rigorous research program tailored for high school students. The program offers extensive 1-on-1 research opportunities for high school students across a broad range of subject areas that you can explore as a high schooler. The program pairs high school students with Ph.D. mentors to work 1-on-1 on an independent research project. At the end of the 12-week program, you’ll have developed an independent research paper! You can choose research topics from subjects such as psychology, physics, economics, data science, computer science, engineering, chemistry, international relations, and more. You can find more details about the application here, and check out students’ reviews of the program here and here.
5. NYU Math Applications for Physics
Location: NYU Tandon School of Engineering, Brooklyn, NY
Cost: $2,150
Program Dates: July 21 – August 8
Application Deadline: May 15
Eligibility: Students going into 9th grade who live in the New York City area
The Math Applications for Physics (MAP) program at NYU Tandon is a three-week summer course for rising 9th-grade students who live in the New York City area. In this program, you will strengthen your algebra skills by using them to solve physics problems and take part in fun activities that show how math works in real life. The program is created with NYU’s Courant Institute and takes place at the NYU Tandon campus in Brooklyn, giving you a taste of college life while exploring how math and physics work together.
6. NYU Summer Math Program for Young Scholars
Location: NYU Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, New York, NY
Cost: $2,400 (limited scholarship support available)
Program Dates: August 11–29
Application Deadline: May 1
Eligibility: Students in grades 9–11
The NYU Summer Math Program for Young Scholars is a three-week summer math program for high school students in NYC who want to explore advanced areas of math. In this program, students from grades 9 to 11 will study number theory, graph theory, and topology through a mix of lectures, group solving, and independent assignments. The program also includes talks from guest speakers, who will show how math is used in different fields such as science, technology, and research. You’ll also take part in weekly math games that make problem-solving fun, and also visit the National Museum of Mathematics for a look at math in action.
7. Cooper Union Summer STEM – Patterns Everywhere: Math, Science & Art
Location: The Cooper Union, New York, NY
Cost: $3,950 (Six-week class), $1,950 (Three-week class). Financial aid is available
Program Dates: July 7 – August 14
Application Deadline: Admissions decisions to be sent by April 28
Eligibility: Current 9th–11th grade students
Patterns Everywhere: Math, Science, and Art is a three-week course in Cooper Union’s Summer STEM program for students entering grades 10 to 12. In this course, you will explore how math shapes the world around us, from the spirals of shells to the symmetry of crystals and the structure of honeycombs. Using Python, you’ll study these patterns in nature through coding, 3D modeling, and 3D printing. You’ll work on 3-D projects that connect math with science and art, discovering how these come together in surprising ways.
8. NYU GSTEM – Mathematics
Location: NYU, New York, NY
Cost: Tuition is $5,500. Housing and meals are optional for $3,840. Scholarships based on financial need are available
Program Dates: June 30 – August 8
Application Deadline: March 2
Eligibility: Students in 11th grade who do well in school and are interested in STEM
The NYU GSTEM Mathematics track is a six-week summer research program for high school students entering senior year who are passionate about STEM. In this program, you will work with an NYU faculty mentor on a research project that can include math, physics, computer science, or modeling. You will build essential skills such as scientific writing, data analysis, and presenting your work. You will also visit STEM workplaces, and wrap up the program by sharing your project with other students, mentors, and professionals at a research symposium.
9. Columbia University Pre-College Programs – Mathematics courses
Location: Columbia University, New York, NY
Cost: $12,764 for a 3-week residential. Financial aid available
Program Dates: Varies by session. Click here for details
Application Deadline: Not specified
Eligibility: Students entering grades 9–12; strong academic record
Columbia University’s Pre-College Programs offer summer math courses that let high school students explore advanced topics in a college-style environment. You can study at Columbia’s Morningside Heights campus as a residential or commuter student, or take some courses online. These subjects go beyond what is taught in the classroom, covering subjects such as geometric topology, mathematical methods in physics, statistics in finance, and problem-solving. In each course, you will learn through lectures, group work, and problem sets, with guidance from Columbia instructors. These courses give you a clear preview of college-level learning and an opportunity to work with students from around the world. They do not provide college credit, but offer valuable preparation for future STEM studies.
10. Fordham University STEP Summer Program
Location: Fordham University, Bronx, NY (Rose Hill) and New York, NY (Lincoln Center)
Cost: Registration fee required
Program Dates: July 7 – 31
Application Deadline: (Priority) May 12 and (Final) June 9
Eligibility: Students entering grades 8 to 12 who live in New York State and have at least an 85 average in math or science. Applicants must be economically disadvantaged or identify as Black, Latinx, Native American, or Alaskan Native.
The Fordham University Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP) Summer Program is meant for New York State students in grades 8 to 12 who are from underrepresented groups or qualify by income. In this program, you will take math and science classes that match your grade level, join elective courses, and go on weekly field trips. You will work closely with Fordham undergraduate mentors, who will help you strengthen your academic skills, learn about STEM and health careers, and prepare for college success. The program is offered at the Rose Hill campus in the Bronx and the Lincoln Center campus in Manhattan, giving you the flexibility to choose the location that interests you.
11. NYU Machine Learning (ML)
Location: NYU Tandon School of Engineering, Brooklyn, NY
Cost: $3,050
Program Dates: Session 1: June 16–27 | Session 2: July 7–18 | Session 3: July 28–August 8
Application Deadline: May 15
Eligibility: U.S. and international students ages 15+; must be in grades 9–12 and have taken precalculus and some programming
The NYU Machine Learning program is a two-week summer course for high school students eager to dive into the world of machine learning and artificial intelligence. In this program, you will explore model validation, data analysis, and neural networks, and see how they are used in applications such as image recognition, self-driving systems, and medical technology. You will build both theory and practical skills through daily sessions at NYU Tandon School of Engineering and complete the program by presenting a project. The program is taught by NYU faculty, including Professor Brandon Reagen. To join the program, you’ll need experience with precalculus and programming, so come ready to explore how machines learn and make decisions.
12. AwesomeMath Summer Program
Location: Virtual
Cost: Not specified
Program Dates: Session 1: June 9 – 27 | Session 2: June 30 – July 18 | Session 3: July 21 – August 8
Application Deadline: Click here for details
Eligibility: Open to students aged 12-18
The AwesomeMath Summer Program is a three-week online program for students who want to develop their advanced problem-solving skills, especially those preparing for math contests. You can choose courses in algebra, number theory, geometry, or combinatorics. Each course is taught live by experienced instructors and includes daily homework and problem-solving sessions. Courses are offered at different difficulty levels, and you can take more than one course per session if you are up for the challenge. Many students join AwesomeMath to prepare for contests such as AMC 10, AMC 12, AIME, or USAJMO. To earn a certificate of completion, you’ll need to attend at least 75 percent of classes, turn in half of the homework, and finish one final assessment.
13. MathQuantum High School Fellowship
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
Program Dates: Not specified
Application Deadline: Not specified
Eligibility: High school students
MathQuantum is a free two-week online summer program supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation. This program is designed for high school students who want to explore the world of quantum information science. You will join a small group of high school students to dive into topics such as linear algebra, quantum mechanics, cryptography, and the ethics of quantum science. You’ll take part in coding labs, mentor discussions, and submit a final mini project. You will also see real quantum tools such as ion traps and QLab, giving you a glimpse of how quantum technology works in research and industry. The program includes career development sessions on future opportunities in STEM, and some students may also get an opportunity to attend the Qubit by Qubit summer camp.
14. Pre-College Online Program @ UPenn
Location: Online
Cost: $8,248 and an additional non-refundable $75 application fee
Program Dates: July 5 – August 9 (based on last year’s program)
Application Deadline: Applications open on December 1 and close on January 31
Eligibility: Open to all high school students with a minimum 3.3 GPA on a 4.0 scale. International students are eligible as long as they have attended an English-medium school for at least two years before applying to the program.
The University of Pennsylvania’s The Ideas in Mathematics course is a five-week summer program for high school students who want to experience what studying math at the college level is really like. In this program, you’ll explore topics such as logic, sets, calculus, probability, game theory, geometry, and even the history and philosophy of math. You will also see how these mathematical ideas connect to science and modern society. Classes are held twice a week, and each session lasts about four hours. The course is taught by Penn faculty, with support from staff and visiting scholars. You will have homework, discussions, and exams throughout the program, and when you complete the course, you will earn one course unit, equal to four college credit hours. You are graded according to the same standards as Penn undergraduates, and you may request an official transcript. Transfer credit depends on Penn and your future college.
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