Random 17 fact:

The record for longest time spent sitting in a tub of ketchup is 17 hours.

Here's the 2010 HCSSiM Online Application Form; we would prefer to receive it by May 15th (but that's a preference, not a deadline):

Name:

What do you like to be called?

Home address:

Home phone number:

email address:

Birthdate:

Name of School:

School address:

Expected year of graduation:

Please give us the name of a teacher who will support your application and assist HCSSiM in the selection process. (In other words, make sure you ask the teacher if s/he is willing to sponsor you in view of your interest and ability in mathematics.) The sponsor will be asked to share evaluative comments (email and phone are fine).
Sponsor's name:

Please check with your parent(s) to be sure it's okay for you to apply to HCSSiM.
Parent's name (or parents' names):

Do you want (or really, does your parent want) us to send you a financial aid application form? yes

Please list the math courses you will have completed by July...

...and those you plan to take next year.

What other mathematical activities have you enjoyed?

What are your non-mathematical interests or hobbies?

If you have previously attended any summer academic programs, please name the programs and years.

 

How did you hear about HCSSiM, or what prompted you to apply? (alumn, teacher, postcard, website...)

What questions do you have, if any?

Here's the friendly-and-informative-letter portion of the application: Please explain why you are applying; cite, if possible, specific ideas, books, proofs, or problems which have particularly stimulated you, and indicate why you believe you would enjoy the Summer Studies.