Math
Ross Mathematics Program
Ross is a 6-week residential program run by Ross Mathematics Foundation. Open to: first-year students are usually ages 15 to 18.
- Last cycle's deadline
- March 8, 2026
- 2027 date not posted yet
- Cost
- Paid, aid available
- Who can apply
- See details
- current grade when applying
- Length
- 6 weeks
- Residential
What students do
Students spend most of each day working on problem sets in number theory and writing proofs of their claims. The six-week program runs at two campuses.
- Number theory
- Mathematics
- Proof writing
Key facts
- Run by
- Ross Mathematics Foundation
- Where
- Multiple locations (residential)
- Who can apply
- First-year students are usually ages 15 to 18First-year students range from 15 to 18 years old; younger or older students are accepted in rare cases.
- Dates
- June 14 to July 24, 2026These are the 2026 dates. 2027 dates are not posted yet.
- Cost
- $7,500 program fee, which covers six weeks of room and board and instruction
- Deadline
- March 8, 2026This was last cycle’s deadline. The 2027 date is not posted yet.
What the application asks for
- Essays or short answers
- Transcript
- Teacher recommendation
Short essay questions, a video, a teacher recommendation, a school transcript, and written work on a set of challenging math problems.
How a mentor helps with your Ross application
- Decide whether Ross fits, and which similar programs to apply to alongside it.
- Work backward from the deadline so essays, recommendations, and forms are not left to the last week.
- Draft and revise the essays or short answers with one-on-one feedback.
Email me the Ross deadlines and requirements
A link to this page, plus our list of similar programs.
Similar programs
| Program | Where | Who can apply | Cost | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCSSiMHampshire College | Amherst, MAResidential | Mostly students who have finished 10th or 11th grade; some after 9th grade | Paid, aid available | April 17, 2026, 11:59 pm EST (Interesting Test due April 25, 2026)Last cycle’s date |
| MathcampMathematics Foundation of America | Burlington, VT | Ages 13 to 18 | Paid, aid available | February 23, 2026Last cycle’s date |
| PROMYSPROMYS at Boston University | Boston, MAResidential | Ages 14 to 18 who have completed at least 9th grade | Paid, aid available | February 27, 2026, 11:59 pm EST (teacher recommendation due March 3)Last cycle’s date |
| SUMaCStanford Pre-Collegiate Studies | Stanford, CAResidential | Grades 10 and 11 at the time of application | Paid, aid available | February 2, 2026Last cycle’s date |
Frequently asked questions
When is the Ross application deadline?
The 2027 deadline has not been posted. Last cycle's deadline was March 8, 2026, and most programs keep a similar date from year to year.
How much does Ross cost?
$7,500 program fee, which covers six weeks of room and board and instruction. Financial aid is available.
Who can apply to Ross?
First-year students are usually ages 15 to 18. First-year students range from 15 to 18 years old; younger or older students are accepted in rare cases.
What does the Ross application require?
Essays or short answers, Transcript, Teacher recommendation. Short essay questions, a video, a teacher recommendation, a school transcript, and written work on a set of challenging math problems.
Read from the program’s own site and last checked 2026-10-09. Programs change dates, fees, and requirements each year, so confirm on the official site before you apply. Dewey Smart is not affiliated with this program.
