SigmaCamp Next 2025: Overview
At SigmaCamp Next high school students aged 15-17 can dive deeply into advanced topics in mathematics and science. SigmaCamp Next is one of two programs we offer this summer. Learn more about our other summer camp - SigmaCamp 2025 (for students aged 12-16).
The format of SigmaCamp Next adapts the summer STEM camp experience of SigmaCamp for older students, supporting them as independent learners who wish to spend one week (August 10-17, 2025) pursuing their passion for learning advanced math and science. The instructors at SigmaCamp Next are researchers from top institutions such as MIT, Stanford, Harvard, Berkeley, Stony Brook, and many other universities.
Academic Program
SigmaCamp Next shares SigmaCamp's multidisciplinary approach, offering an in-depth exploration of advanced Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics (both theoretical and experimental), Biology, and Chemistry.
SigmaCamp Next academic program has a more focused and self-directed approach. Students are encouraged to dive deeply into a chosen subject through a 10-class Semilab course and two brief Lecture courses. Additionally, the program features an evening Workshop Space for each subject, facilitating mentorship and support for independent discoveries and experiments. The Sigma Tournament remains a highlight to challenge teams in solving problems.
Non-Academic Activities
What summer camp would be complete without some outdoor fun? We have a variety of sports you can enjoy, like soccer, basketball, ping-pong, and chess. Other options include yoga classes and swimming in the lake. You can experience the art of tree climbing at the multiple High Ropes courses, and if you don’t like sports, you can paint, play music, or practice your acting skills. In the evenings, you have a choice of several evening clubs, ranging from geography trivia games to poetry readings.
Tuition and Financial Aid
SigmaCamp Next program costs $2,350 for 8 days/7 nights. We offer sibling discounts (20% for the second child and 35% for the third child ) and 20% off if you attend both programs. Our need-based scholarships help all qualified students to participate at SigmaCamp Next. Read more about our financial aid program and apply here.
Accommodation
SigmaCamp takes place at Silver Lake Camp and Conference Center: 223 Low Road, Sharon, Connecticut, USA. See the location on Google Maps.
Our students are housed in comfortable lodge buildings with a cozy living room and around four sleeping rooms in each. One room can accommodate 10-12 campers, and each building is complete with multiple restrooms and showers.
The campground features many sports facilities, including a lifeguard-supervised swimming area, basketball and soccer fields, outdoor ping-pong tables, a campfire pit, and two high ropes courses supervised by certified instructors. Learn more about all the facilities on the Silver Lake Camp and Conference Center website.
