This intensive 5-week program provides high school students with a rare opportunity to delve into theoretical and proof-based computer science topics typically taught at the undergraduate or even graduate level.
The PACT Summer Program is a 5-week residential program at the University of Pennsylvania designed for high school students interested in theoretical computer science. The curriculum focuses on the mathematical foundations of computer science and data science, covering topics such as combinatorics, probability, proofs, and graph theory. Students engage in college-level coursework, solving challenging math problems and working on homework in small groups. The program aims to expose students to advanced computer science topics at a young age, with many alumni pursuing PhDs in Computer Science and other STEM fields. Beyond academics, students experience college dorm life on Penn's campus and participate in evening and weekend activities, including trips to regional destinations like New York City, the Jersey Shore, Washington, D.C., Hershey Park, or Six Flags.
Students attend hands-on sessions and lectures, work on problem sets individually and in small groups, and experience college dorm life on the University of Pennsylvania campus.
This program is ideal for high school students (ages 14-18, entering grades 10-12) with a strong desire to learn about the mathematical foundations of computer science and a willingness to work hard on challenging problems.
University of Pennsylvania, University City, Philadelphia, PA
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