California State
Summer School
for Mathematics
& Science
Discover what’s possible this summer with the California State Summer School for Mathematics & Science (COSMOS). This four-week residential program at UC Santa Cruz brings together high-achieving high school students and world-class researchers to explore advanced topics in math and science—far beyond the standard classroom experience.
2027 COSMOS Program Information
- Cluster Information for next summer will be finalized by the end of November 2026
- Applications for summer 2027 open the beginning of January 2027
- Program Dates: finalizing soon!
Shining a Light on the Future: The Photonics Revolution in Healthcare, Energy, and Information Technologies
Crystalline Quantum Materials (QCM): Intersections Between Physics, Chemistry, and Materials Science
All clusters except 6 and 11 require the completion of certain high school courses. Before applying to a cluster, make sure you have completed all necessary prerequisites.
COSMOS Newsletter
Each summer, a group of COSMOS student volunteers publish a weekly e-newsletter during the program, Macrocosm.
