PROMISE Program

PROMISE Program

The application for the Summer 2023 PROMISE – SEAMS Program is now closed. Applicants should expect a decision via email the week of May 15th. 

IMSA is committed to equity and excellence, including the active recruitment of students from all areas of Illinois. IMSA’s  PROMISE Program addresses the unique challenges of culturally, linguistically, and economically diverse (CLED) students who have an interest in STEM education by providing academic enrichment programming at low to no cost. This grant-funded program is designed to support Black or African American students, Latinx students, students who qualify for the national free or reduced-price meal program, as well as students from rural Illinois counties.

Attending these sessions provides students with the opportunity to work with IMSA faculty, staff, and student mentors while exploring IMSA’s unique learning laboratory. The program also works with interested participants to prepare them for the IMSA Admissions Process. PROMISE programs are typically held on the campus of the Illinois Mathematics & Science Academy in Aurora, Illinois.

The PROMISE Program consists of three grade-based experiences. The Fall and/or Spring PROMISE Programs are held on Saturdays during the fall and/or spring semesters. The Summer PROMISE Program is held during the month of June. Each program has a separate application process. You can find more details about the programs below or in our PROMISE Brochure.

Program highlights include:
  • Exposure to a curriculum that increases skills in math and science
  • Interactive, hands-on learning
  • Personal skills development
  • The opportunity to experience IMSA’s residential programming
  • Preparation for the Academy application process

La Oficina de Admisiones presenta la guía de solicitud del Program PROMISE en español. Familias pueden usar este documento descargable para seguir junto con la solicitud en línea de su estudiante. Este documento no será aceptado como aplicación al programa. Estudiantes interesados deben presentar la solicitud en línea.

Solicitud del Programa PROMISE

Looking for other summer program opportunities? Click here to check out the Summer@IMSA 2023 offerings!