<p>We just learned that our D was accepted into the above program, which is a ten-day program run by the Princeton Math Dept specifically for girls who are rising seniors. This seems to be the program’s first year. So…we’re thrilled she was accepted but need to do some fact-finding before deciding whether she’ll attend. She seems still to have her heart set on SUMAC, which sends out their acceptances later this month.</p>
<p>Who else was accepted, and what do you know about this program?</p>
<p>This is just the kind of program my daughter would love to do, but the dates are impossible for her. School isn’t out here until the end of June. Hope your daughter has a great summer.</p>
<p>yeah, I’m probably going. It sounds like a great idea, since I’m interested in Princeton, and particularly in its math program. Do you know how many people were accepted?</p>
<p>No idea, I need to call and get some more info on the program. In its first year, this program may be small which has its advantages. I will share whatever we find out.</p>
<p>qtpi331: No, it doesn’t help your chances with Princeton. Ivies and other top colleges always host these money-making summer programs to lure in high schoolers. But since they need to maintain their prestigious reputations, they make sure (usually) that their summer programs are worth your time. So SWIM itself will not help you get into Princeton, but if you have built an impressive track record of math over the past few years, SWIM will add a little extra sumthin to your resume However, most people who go to these types of summer programs find the experience rewarding enough in itself. </p>
<p>Mikey175: Did you daughter decide on SUMAC or SWIM?</p>
<p>fairy_dreams: This is a free program so it doesn’t really make sense that it is a money-making scheme…This is not a summer school program where you just have to pay to get in. I think it is pretty competitive.</p>
<p>I’m not sure. I think Sumac is better known than SWIM, but that is becuase it is becuase SWIM is pretty new. However, becuase it is so expensive I am a bit suspicious. If you are interested in SUMAC I would also look at other programs (ROSS, PROMYS, HCSSiM). But if you are interested in Stanford, SUMAC does help with admissions.</p>
<p>SUMaC has generous financial aid available for qualified applicants who require aid to attend. (The stated tuition is for qualified applicants who don’t require financial aid.) The program is very selective and highly regarded. SWIM is brand new, I think, so time will tell with respect to that program.</p>
<p>fairy_dreams: my D will be attending SWIM. What’s unique about this program is that 1) it’s girls-only, 2) it’s small (only 15 girls selected), and 3) Princeton picks up the tab for room, board and travel (at least for this summer). The program starts one week from Wednesday, so I will report back with our feedback.</p>
<p>I am unable to find the program dates for SWIM 2010.Any info on that and any feedback on last year’s program(which I believe was the first year this program started) greatly appreciated.Thanks.</p>
However, most people who go to these types of summer programs find the experience rewarding enough in itself. </p>