International Summer School for Young Physicists (ISSYP)
A two-week program for high school students with a strong interest in theoretical physics.
▌ Editor's read The International Summer School for Young Physicists (ISSYP) is an intensive two-week program hosted by the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics in Waterloo, Ontario. The program is designed for high school students aged 16-18 with a strong interest in physics, offering lectures, workshops, and mentoring from Perimeter Institute scientists. It is an overnight program, with students residing at the University of Waterloo. The Perimeter Institute is a non-profit organization, but given its academic focus and collaboration with the University of Waterloo for accommodation, 'university' is the most fitting owner type. The program is highly selective, accepting approximately 40 students globally each year. While specific Google reviews for ISSYP itself are not readily available, the Perimeter Institute generally holds a strong reputation. Social media handles for the Perimeter Institute are @perimeterinstitute on Instagram and 'PerimeterInstitute' on Facebook. The program is free for accepted students, covering tuition, accommodation, and meals.
Who thrives here Ages 16–18
International Summer School for Young Physicists (ISSYP) serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in stem, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- University program
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 16–18
- Address: 31 Caroline St N, Waterloo, ON N2L 2Y5, Canada
- Phone: (519) 569-7600
- Email: [email protected]
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Planning guides
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