The COSMOS Program offers high achieving high school students the opportunity to explore advanced topics in math and science in a university setting. COSMOS participants attend courses taught by UC Davis professors and live in university dormitories during the four-week program. In addition to attending classes, participants conduct lab experiments and go on field trips to relate what they learn in the classroom to the world we live in. Students are required to select a final project to complete the program and are expected to conduct an oral presentation of their findings.

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My name is Ari Berlin and I am currently a junior at Saugus High School in the Santa Clarita Valley. I am actively involved at my school in various clubs and organizations. I am the president of Jewish Youth Group, vice president of the Academic Club (a “jeopardy” like academic team that participates in competitions) and affiliated with Key Club, National Honor Society, and California Scholastic Federation. I think involvement in the....READ MORE

COSMOS participants are encouraged to continue their exploration of advanced topics in math and science at science fairs. The presentation below will help you be competitive in the nation's most prestigious science fairs. Science Fairs offer an opportunity for you to develop your research and presentation skills - helping you further prepare for the university experience. Best of luck!