What is COSMOS?

The California State Summer School for Mathematics & Science

COSMOS is a 4-week, residential summer program for high school scholars with demonstrated interest and achievement in math and science. COSMOS provides students with an unparalleled opportunity to work side-by-side with outstanding researchers and UC Santa Cruz faculty, covering topics that extend beyond the typical high school curriculum. 

Clusters

Explore our COSMOS “clusters” or courses provided here at UCSC by clicking the images below!  Each cluster is comprised of two science, math and/or engineering courses and one transferable skills course.  (if an “*” follows the cluster title, that cluster has a prerequisite)

 

2024 Program Info!

We are excited about the upcoming summer and hope that you are too!  The COSMOS application decisions will be released soon. 

  •  If accepted March 28th, accept offer and pay 1/3 of tuition by April 10th. Pay remaining tuition, submit Docusign acceptance packet and official transcript by April 19th. 
  • If accepted April 12th, accept offer and pay 1/3 of tuition by April 19th. Pay remaining tuition, submit Docusign acceptance packet and official transcript by May 3rd. 

Dates & Deadlines

  • March 28th
  • 1st round of students admitted receive email notifications just after 5:00pm PST. Tuition, acceptance packet and official transcript due Friday, April 19th. 
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  • April – May 
  • A small percentage of waitlisted students will be notified they have been accepted.

  • May
  • Zoom orientation sessions will be posted here.

  • June
  • Zoom Orientation Sessions for admitted students
  • July 7th-August 3rd
  • 2024 Program Dates