Resumen de SPARC Summer Program

SPARC (Summer Program for Applied Rationality and Cognition) is a two-week in-person summer program typically hosted at a college campus in California in late July. The curriculum focuses on applied rationality, using techniques from decision theory, behavioral economics, and statistics to improve mental habits and form accurate beliefs. Classes are discussion-based and cover topics like noticing, cognitive biases, superforecasting, and statistical street fighting. The program also includes various activities and a speaker series.

📍Ubicación

In-Person, Hayward, CA, US🇺🇸

📅 Fechas límite de solicitud

  • No hay fechas límite próximas

💸 Costos y ayuda

  • Gratis
  • The program is completely free, including boarding and food.
  • Need-based scholarships to cover the cost of travel are available for admitted students.

Requisitos de elegibilidad

📋 Requisitos generales

Historically, SPARC looks for students who are curious and driven to get answers to their questions, self-reflective and thoughtful, or good at simplifying and solving hard problems. No grade reports, test scores, or recommendation letters are required. Applicants should highlight accomplishments, projects, or awards they are proud of.

👥 Requisitos de edad

Applicants must be currently in high school or have not finished their first year as an undergraduate.

📚 Requisitos de calificaciones

While younger students are welcome to apply, SPARC generally accepts students who are in at least 11th grade of high school or equivalent (e.g., homeschooled).

🌍 Países elegibles

Worldwide

Proceso de solicitud

The application process involves a custom written application, followed by a short candidate interview if necessary. The application deadline for 2025 was February 2, 11:59 PM PT. Acceptance notifications are sent by April 15th at the latest.

📅 Summer

Duración

two weeks

Fechas del programa

jul - jul

Fechas límite de solicitud

  • 2 febRegular