SigmaCamp Next 2025: How to Apply
To apply to SigmaCamp Next 2025, you must complete the four steps of the application process listed below. The application deadline is April 15, 2025. We will notify all applicants no later than May 5, 2025.
If you want, you can apply to both programs. In this case, you must submit solutions for both SigmaCamp 2024 Qualification Quiz (QQ) and SigmaCamp Next 2025 Entrance Exam (EE), as well as two separate essays. The recommendation letters can be shared between two applications. For those who want to apply only to SigmaCamp 2025, please go here
1. Create an account
You need only one account for all applications and submissions on our website.
If you already have an account (from previous years or POM), skip this step and log in to your existing account at the bottom of the page. If you want to apply to both programs, you need only one account for both applications.
2. Start the application
Fill a very short form telling us to which camp you are applying. Please do so as soon as possible, even if your plans can change - there is no obligation.
3. Tell Us About Yourself
Write a short essay telling us all about you and what you are interested in.
You need to be logged in to your account to submit this form.
4. Get Recommendation Letters
Only new applicants must provide two letters of recommendation: from a math/science teacher and a personal one.
Returning campers can skip this step. Winners of the Problem of the Month contest (POM) who have been notified by email can skip this step.
5. Solve Entrance Exam (EE)
The Entrance Exam (EE) consists of problems selected by semilab instructors, two problems for each semilab. The problems vary in difficulty, and you are NOT expected to solve all of them - even if you solve just one problem, please send us your answer anyway. When evaluating EE solutions, we consider your age and the amount of effort and thought you put into tackling the problems. Show your thought process! You may use the internet or get help from someone else; just cite your sources.
Good Luck!
Check application status
You can check the status of your application by clicking “My account” icon in the top right corner (you must be logged in to your account).
Have questions?
For general questions, contact us at info@sigmacamp.org.
For technical questions (accounts, passwords, upload difficulties, etc) contact us at webmaster@sigmacamp.org