General Information
The Undergraduate Summer School (USS) at Park City Mathematics Institute (PCMI) provides a unique opportunity for undergraduate students to learn some fascinating mathematical ideas in a setting that allows them to interact with mathematicians at all levels. The program itself is typically centered around lecture series delivered by leading experts on topics related to the main research theme of PCMI that summer. These lectures generally present material not usually part of an undergraduate curriculum, allowing students to become familiar with key ideas and techniques in the field, and often leading toward further research. The program is structured so that students at different levels will have many opportunities to learn new things.
The USS is not like a typical REU in several ways. The focus of the USS is more on the specialized lecture series and most importantly, the ability to interact informally with the many graduate students and researchers attending other parts of PCMI. Students can get to know mathematicians who have pursued a wide variety of career paths, and they can get a sense of which of these paths may be most appealing to them. Many USS participants report making connections that strongly influence their choice of graduate school. Interactions are fostered by the various informal social activities open to all PCMI participants, as well as daily "cross-program activities," which include lectures and presentations on topics of general mathematical interest. Members from all parts of PCMI may take part in the Experimental Math Lab, in which small groups of participants with close mentorship from a more senior mathematician investigate open-ended problems and report on their findings at the end of the three-week Summer Session.
Eligibility Guidelines
Undergraduate mathematics majors and recent graduates interested in an intensive research experience in mathematics are encouraged to apply to the Undergraduate Summer School at PCMI. Undergraduates at all levels as well as recent graduates will be considered.
Specific course pre-requisites will be dependent on the theme of the program and may vary year to year.
Application Details
PCMI is using the web service MathPrograms.Org to receive and review applications. Supplemental materials (including the required reference letter and official or unofficial transcript, and optional CV) should be received by PCMI by the deadline—incomplete applications will not be considered by the selection committee. Additional details about the application process can be found here.
Details:
Research Offering Type
Research Assistant
Location
USA
Undergraduate School
College, Engineering, Wharton
Source
External
Contact Information
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