1. University High School
HCSSiM
& Math Camps
Jack Ma
University High School 12

2. Think before we start
How many digits does the number 2^10000 has ?

3. Math Programs Ross Program (<=10%) Promys (<=10%)
HCSSiM (8 - 9%)
Canada/USA Math Camp (9%)

4. Overview of HCSSiM Six weeks intensive program Highly selective
Small program, high staff to student ratio (1 : 5)
Explore high level topics such as Group Theory, Topology, Complex analysis, etc

5. Back to the question
If you still have no idea about how many digits does 2^10000 has, try to us Log.

6. A typical day at the program
~7:34am - Wake up and go to breakfast
8:34-12:34 - Classes
12:34 - Eat lunch, and hang out
5:00 (17:00) - Prime Time Theorem
6:00-7:00 - Eat dinner
7:00-10:00 - Problem sessions
10:00-11:17 - Hang out
11:17 - Quiet time

7. Traditions of HCSSiM We like the number 17 Yellow Pig is our logo
Brown University
California Institute of Technology
Cambridge University
Carleton College
Columbia University
Harvard College
Harvey Mudd College
Haverford College
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
New York University
Oxford University
Princeton University
Stanford University
University of Chicago
University of Pennsylvania
Washington University in St. Louis
Williams College
Yale University
We like the number 17
Yellow Pig is our logo
Alumni usually stay in touch for life time
Alumni usually attend prestigious colleges and universities

8. Why do I choose the program ?
I love math and can’t wait to learn more
Researching about math programs and found them
Rejected by Ross first.
Found that HCSSiM is more funny and interesting.

9. Do I like it ? What did I learn ?
It has become one of my happiest memory of the pass 17 years of my life.
Brought my math to the next level (Doing research with my friend)
Met exceptional students all around the world
Got to know a lot of famous people in top Universities (Connections)
Got to known influential people in fields such as Math, Science, CS, Finance, etc.

10. How to apply ? Application is on their website(Google HCSSiM)
Usually available at the beginning of the year.
Rolling bases, not dead line, but usually gets filled up by the beginning of June.
Interesting Test.

11. What is my ideal summer ? To experience something new
Meet different people
Learn some stuff
If I have a chance, I will definitely choose the same exact summer.

12. Questions ?

13. Answer to the every first problem
2^10000 contains 3011 digits.
If you got the answer, then you are probably a good candidate for those talented math programs

14. Thanks !
Jack Ma