SigmaNext 2026: Overview
SigmaNext is a summer STEM camp in Connecticut designed for high school students aged 14–17 who want to dive deeply into advanced topics in mathematics and science. SigmaNext is one of three programs we offer this summer, alongside SigmaCamp in Connecticut and SigmaWest in California, which are for younger students. You may apply to and attend any number of our camps this year.
The SigmaNext format adapts SigmaCamp's experience for older students, supporting them as independent learners who wish to spend one week (August 9-16, 2026) pursuing their passion for learning advanced math and science (Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering). The instructors at SigmaNext are researchers from top institutions, including MIT, Stanford, Harvard, Berkeley, Stony Brook, and many others.
Applications for SigmaNext 2026 are now open, with a deadline of March 15, 2026.
Academic Program
SigmaNext shares SigmaCamp's multidisciplinary approach, offering an in-depth exploration of advanced Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics (both theoretical and experimental), Biology, and Chemistry. The SigmaNext academic program takes 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 Workspaces for each subject, facilitating mentorship and support for independent discoveries and experiments. The TournamentNext remains a highlight for challenging 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, Discounts, and Financial Aid
This year, the SigmaNext program costs $2,400 for 8 days/7 nights.
We offer sibling discounts (20% off for the second child and 35% off for the third child), as well as a 20% discount for students who attend more than one camp during the summer. Through our need-blind admissions and financial aid program, we aim to ensure that every qualified applicant can attend our camps.
Accommodation
SigmaNext 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.
