Math & Science Institute

This 8-day institute is designed to prepare entering STEM majors for college-level calculus, chemistry, and physics courses before their first year of undergrad!

Summer 2026 Applications Will Open in Spring 2026

A preview of the M&SI Application for Summer 2025 is available HERE

Summer 2026 Dates: August 2 – 9

What will students do?

Students will learn introductory chemistry, calculus, and physics lessons from current PhD students at the College of Natural Sciences at UT. Throughout the week they will also have multiple opportunities to learn professional development skills, hear from current undergrads about the transition to college, and get connected with helpful on-campus resources! Students who complete the program will also receive a stipend.

Who can apply?

Applicants should be recent GeoFORCE alumni who completed the 12th grade academy in Summer 2025 and will be entering a university STEM program in the fall. Students who had an excused absence for Summer 2025 and did not attend the 12th grade program are also welcome to apply. This program is intended for students who will be majoring in a STEM field in Fall 2026.

Where will students stay?

Participants will stay on campus, at the dorms at the University of Texas at Austin for the entire week. There they’ll get the chance to explore unique restaurants and local gems alongside GeoFORCE coordinators and PLA’s (Peer-Learning Assistants) currently living and/or studying in Austin.

When is the program happening this summer?

For Summer 2026, the Math & Science Institute will run from Sunday, August 2nd to Sunday, August 9th! 12th Grade Academy students in Summer 2025 will be sent a link to apply on in Spring 2026.