College Prep Bootcamp is a one-week residential camp designed to give you a glimpse into what college life entails, and teach you how to make your college experience as successful as possible! Held at Williams College, and taught by a Williams College math professor, this camp will prepare you to make your college life a success from day one. We’ve seen so many students struggle in their first year of college: failing with time management, being away from home for the first time, not knowing how to approach professors or choose the right courses, not understanding where to seek help or what is expected, feeling like a little fish in a big pond. We will help you with all of these issues before they become problematic, by taking a proactive approach. Design your own college experience rather than just letting life happen to you.
College Prep Bootcamp is not a math camp, but we will teach logic and problem solving skills that are useful across all disciplines, including writing and all forms of communication. Building a logical and effective approach to dealing with college life and the world at large, we will give students a strong foundation to carry forward and build on. Start college with a “win or learn” attitude and the life skills you need to succeed.
In addition to daily lectures, workshops, and college bootcamp skill sessions, campers will have time to explore what life is really like on an active college campus. Participants will have access to the college’s library, gym, and more. Camp is 9:30 – 5 daily, with optional social activities in the evenings.
Location(s)
- Williams College, Williamstown, Massachusetts
Schedule
- July 11 - July 15, 2025
Cost/Compensation
- $2,200
Eligibility Requirements
- College Prep Bootcamp is particularly targeted towards students about to begin college in the fall or who have been struggling in their first year of college. Current high school sophomores, juniors, and college sophomores are also eligible to register.
Deadline
- Rolling
Application or Entry Requirements
- Completed online registration
Notifications of Decisions
Financial Aid Details
- Financial aid is available to those whose combined family income is less than $60,000
Other Dates to Keep in Mind
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PZ Math is an educational organization dedicated to fostering mathematical thinking and problem-solving skills among high school students through immersive summer programs. Founded by Dr. Allison Pacelli, a mathematics professor at Williams College, PZ Math is designed to engage students in deep mathematical exploration.
