AMS Young Scholars Program
Forecasted
AMS Young Scholars Program supports U.S. summer programs for mathematically talented high school students, funding scholarships and mathematics exploration to build curiosity and confidence.
This grant was recently updated
Applications for 2027 open in November 2026. Funding is now specified at $2,500–$15,000 for mature programs, with possible $5,000 seed awards for newer programs; at least half must fund scholarships, overhead and indirect costs are excluded, and demographic-targeting guidance and contact details also changed.
Funder: American Mathematical Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $2,500–$15,000 for mature programs; $5,000 seed awards for newer programs
Summary: Supports U.S. summer mathematics programs that build curiosity and confidence among mathematically talented high school students.
Key Information: Only program directors may apply; programs must have operated for at least one year.
Description
The AMS Young Scholars Program, run by the American Mathematical Society and supported by its Epsilon Fund, funds summer mathematics programs in the United States for mathematically talented youth. It supports immersive learning beyond standard classrooms, helping students explore mathematics in ways that build curiosity and confidence. Awards support student scholarships and program expenses.
Programs may address any area of pure or applied mathematics, with a narrow or broad scope, including problem solving and mathematical research. AMS particularly encourages programs that involve undergraduate or graduate students alongside mathematicians in teaching, as well as programs that attract members of underrepresented groups. Programs may target a particular high school year, mathematically talented women, or racial minorities.
