JSMCR is a two-week, residential camp for junior high school students. Date: June 7 - June 19, 2026; Program Cost: $2,400
2 boys and 2 girls students from JSMCR posing in front of Bobcat statue
Camp Dates
JSMCR is an immersive summer program for middle school students who are excited about doing mathematics. The goal of the program is to develop young students into creative and critical thinkers. We nurture students' interests and abilities to pursue higher-level math courses and degrees and careers in math, science, engineering, and many other fields.
Campers arrive at Texas State University on a Sunday afternoon, where they get to know their study group, counselors, and fellow campers. The next two weeks include daily mathematics classes taught by university professors, study group sessions, recreation time, and various camp outings.
The Residential Junior Summer Math Camp is a full-time, in-person experience. We structure this program so that you will have time to bond with other campers, develop as a problem solver and researcher, and become an integral part of the Mathworks community. It is important not to take on any additional obligations that might interfere with your participation in camp activities. Therefore, we do not allow campers in JSMCR to take online courses or participate in other programs, in person or online, during camp.
Eligibility and Admissions
To be eligible you must:
- Currently be in the 6th, 7th, or 8th grade
- Submit an Application, Teacher Recommendation, and Transcript/Report Card
- Students are encouraged to apply early as enrollment is limited to 60 openings.
Our average acceptance rate for applicants has been less than 20%.
Scholarships Available
Mathworks offers camp scholarships based on financial need. We make all efforts to ensure that students can attend regardless of financial background. Simply fill out the financial need portion of the application to help us award a scholarship.
The program provides room, board, books, and supplies.
Payment for camp tuition is not required until your student is accepted to camp. Full payment is required prior to first day of camp.
Refund schedule: There is a non refundable $25 fee for application processing.
- Full refund: if you withdraw your student before May 1st
- Half refund: if you withdraw your student before May 15th
- No refunds: if withdrawing on or after May 15th