Steps and Requirements

Epsilon Camp 2026 will take place from July 19 to August 2, 2026, at Utah State University in Logan, Utah. Applications for 2026 have concluded.

Families who are interested in Epsilon Camp 2027 should complete the Admissions Inquiry Form to join our interest list. We will notify you when applications for 2027 open.

First-time campers must be between 7 to 10 years old on the first day of camp, which is typically held in mid-July.

Below you will find information based on the general structure of Epsilon Camp’s admissions process. Details for the 2027 admissions cycle, including application requirements and timelines, will be updated closer to the opening of applications.

1. Epsilon Camp Diagnostic Assessment (DA)

   • Students will complete the Diagnostic Assessments at home and upload scanned responses through the application form. The Diagnostic Assessments assess computational skills and a familiarity with mathematical concepts necessary to perform well at camp for that age group. Please see our Skills Prerequisites for more details. Your child should be able to engage with much of the material on the assessment, but perfection is not required.

2. Epsilon Camp Exploration Problems (EP)

   • Like the Diagnostic Assessment, applicants will complete Exploration Problems. These are open-ended problems designed to scale in difficulty and reveal a student’s mathematical reasoning. The goal is not to finish every problem, but to demonstrate depth of thought. In addition to the written work, applicants are asked to record and share a five-minute video in which the student explains one Exploration Problem they especially enjoyed. In this video, the student should talk about what drew them to that problem, how they approached it, and how they thought about its solution. This is an opportunity for students to share their thinking in their own words. There’s no need for a formal presentation.

3. References

   • We also ask for two references:

     A mathematical reference – someone who has interacted with the student in a math learning setting. This could be a math teacher, math circle leader, math enrichment instructor, summer program faculty member, or anyone who has seen the student engage with mathematics in depth. The reference should know the student’s mathematical abilities and approach to problem-solving. Families should inform this person that they are being listed as a reference. We may contact them with a phone call with some informal questions.

     A non-mathematical reference – someone who knows the student in a group academic setting, such as a classroom or other structured instructional environment, and can speak to the student’s social development, behavior, and interaction with peers in that context. This person is not being asked to evaluate the student’s mathematical performance, but rather to provide insight into their behavioral fit, emotional maturity, and ability to learn in a group setting. For students enrolled in school, a current or recent homeroom or classroom teacher is strongly preferred. Family members may not serve as references. If the student is homeschooled, a teacher or coach from an extracurricular activity may be listed for this purpose. Families will be asked to send a short Google Form link to this non-mathematical reference and confirm that the form has been sent. Please inform the reference of our application deadline so they can respond in a timely manner.

4. Parent/Guardian Questionnaire

   Lastly, parents or guardians will complete a questionnaire sharing background about the student’s educational journey, interests, and goal for the camp.

Please also be aware of the following additional requirements which will be verified at the time of registration:

1. Health Insurance

   • We require proof of health insurance that fully covers urgent and emergency care at medical facilities in the area local to Epsilon Camp's host institution for the duration of camp. For international families, temporary US insurance must be obtained.

2. Childhood Immunizations

   • Proof of childhood immunizations against communicable diseases is required for all minors under the age of 18 (both campers and family members attending camp).

Registration

Registration and deposit information will be included with admission notification for admitted students. Registration and deposit payment are due within 14 days of admission notification. Space cannot be held without a deposit.

Contact Information

We look forward to hearing from you and would be delighted to answer any questions you may have about Epsilon Camp and the application process. We recognize that applying to and attending Epsilon Camp is a big investment in time and resources. We are dedicated to assisting parents in determining if the camp is the right fit for their child.