Program Overview

The Summer 2017 application cycle is now CLOSED.  Unfortunately, we do not accept any late applications.


COSMOS is an intensive four-week summer residential program for students who have demonstrated an aptitude for academic and professional careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects. Talented and motivated students completing grades 8-12 have the opportunity to work with renowned faculty, researchers and scientists in state-of-the-art facilities, while exploring advanced STEM topics far beyond the courses usually offered in California high schools. Through challenging curricula that are both hands-on and lab intensive, COSMOS fosters its students’ interests, skills, and awareness of educational and career options in STEM fields.

Summer Program 2017
Sunday, July 9th - Saturday, August 5th, 2017*
*UC Irvine ends on Friday, August 4th, 2017


REQUIREMENTS
Students apply to one of the four University of California’s COSMOS campuses — UC Davis, UC Irvine, UC San Diego and UC Santa Cruz. While each campus employs the best practices in STEM education, the curriculum of each program builds on the unique teaching and research expertise of its faculty and host campus. Each campus can only accommodate about 160-200 participants, so selection is competitive. A typical COSMOS student has a GPA of 3.5 or above. Students must have achieved academic excellence. The application will be available online January 19th. In making admission decisions, we consider the following factors:

  • Grades, especially in math and science courses

  • Math/science teacher recommendations

  • Response to one personal essay question


FINANCIAL AID
Financial assistance is available for tuition. All accepted students must pay a $200 non-refundable deposit at the time of accepting the offer. This amount is counted toward the tuition, and is not covered by the financial aid. Students who reside in California and attend school in California may apply for financial assistance. Students will be evaluated for financial assistance based on family size, income and availability of funding.