Mathematics Research Programs for High School Students
EC Finder currently lists 14 mathematics research programs for high school students. Of these, 3 are free to participate in and 8 offer virtual participation. Examples include AMC–AIME–USAMO Path (MAA Contest Series), American Mathematics Competitions (AMC 10/12), and American Regions Mathematics League (ARML) – Bay Area Teams.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are mathematics research programs for high school students?
- Mathematics Research Programs for High School Students are curated extracurricular listings for high school students interested in mathematics. Each listing includes eligibility, cost, and deadline details where known, so you can compare options and find the right fit for your college application profile.
- Are any of these research programs free?
- Yes — 3 of the 14 research programs listed here are free to participate in.
- Can I participate virtually?
- Yes — 8 of the 14 research programs listed here offer virtual or online participation.
- Are mathematics research programs good for a college application?
- Yes — mathematics research programs are a common way for high schoolers to show sustained interest and initiative in mathematics on college applications.
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AMC–AIME–USAMO Path (MAA Contest Series)
Full contest ladder (AMC 10/12 → AIME → USA(J)MO/USAMO) leading to national math team selection.
American Mathematics Competitions (AMC 10/12)
Nationally standard math contests run by MAA; gateway to AIME, USA(J)MO, USAMO; tests algebra, geometry, number theory, combinatorics.
American Regions Mathematics League (ARML) – Bay Area Teams
Team‑based national competition; NorCal teams practice during spring and travel to ARML sites for proof/short‑answer contests.
Art of Problem Solving (AoPS) Online
Rigorous online courses & problem‑solving community; core resource for contest‑math and proofs (AoPS classes in algebra, NT, geo, combinatorics).
Berkeley Math Circle
Long‑running circle run by UC Berkeley and the Bay Area community; problem‑solving, contest prep, and deep dives into non‑curricular math.
Math Kangaroo (Level HS)
International multiple‑choice math contest with local NorCal test centers and online options.
Math Teachers' Circle / Bay Area Math Circle for Teachers & Students
Some Bay Area Math Teachers' Circles invite HS student observers or helpers; good for 1‑on‑1 exposure to inquiry‑based math and leadership.
Russian School of Mathematics (RSM) – Bay Area
After‑school math school with proof‑oriented curriculum and optional contest tracks; multiple NorCal branches plus online.
San Francisco Math Circle
After-school and camp-style math enrichment with problem-solving and puzzles at San Francisco State University, offering spring and summer sessions.
San Jose Math Circle
Weekly math circle in San Jose focused on problem-solving and advanced topics for motivated students interested in mathematical competitions.
Sonoma State Sonia Kovalevsky High School Mathematics Day
One-day event with workshops/activities celebrating women in math, statistics, and data science.
Stanford Math Circle
Year‑round evening enrichment with contest‑style, Olympiad, and proof problems for highly motivated students.
Stanford Pre‑Collegiate University‑Level Online Math & Physics
Year‑long or term‑long online courses (e.g., Number Theory, Linear Algebra, Real Analysis) for advanced high schoolers worldwide.
The Godwin Ogbeide Scholarship Foundation
Scholarship for Black HS seniors pursuing STEM, requiring academic achievement, community involvement, and commitment to STEM in college.
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