The Joaquin Bustoz Math-Science Honors Program (JBMSHP) is intended for mature and motivated students who are interested in careers requiring mathematics, science, or engineering-based coursework and are typically underrepresented in those fields of study. Participants live on the Arizona State University (ASU) Tempe campus while enrolled in a university-level mathematics course worth three college credits. Participants attend class daily, complete homework assignments and exams, and attend tutoring sessions. Students also learn valuable college and academic success information that will help them successfully transition to college.

Special consideration is given to students who are first-generation college-bound, typically underrepresented in STEM, and/or represent diverse backgrounds throughout the State of Arizona, including rural communities and Native Nations.

Cost:

The JBMSHP is FREE to attend (includes tuition, room and board, and classroom materials).

Housing requirement:

Students are required to reside on the ASU Tempe campus from Sunday night to Friday afternoon for the duration of the JBMSHP. Students who live outside of the Phoenix metropolitan area are welcome to stay on the weekends.

Attendance commitment:

Please note that the JBMSHP is a six (6) week commitment and students are expected to attend all class sessions Monday - Friday. Students are NOT permitted to miss any days to attend another summer experience (ex: conference, sports camp, or summer program).

• High school sophomore, junior or senior
• Cumulative 3.25 GPA (unweighted)
• “A” or "B" grades in high school math and science courses
• Minimum of three years of high school level math courses completed by May 2024
• Seniors: accepted to ASU and plan to attend ASU during the fall 2024 semester
• Qualify for Arizona in-state tuition (based on Arizona Board of Regents guidelines).
• Must have lived in Arizona for the last 2 years
• A selection committee reviews all complete applications. Participants are selected on the basis of academic achievement, letter of recommendation, and personal/career statement.
• Special consideration is given to students who are first-generation college-bound. Statewide representation is also a consideration in student selection.
• ** The decisions of the selection committee are final.**