2026 Upperclassman KAMSC Application Form (for 26-27 School Year)

2026 Kalamazoo Area Mathematics & Science Center Upperclassman Application for 2026-2027 School Year

For students currently in 9th, 10th or 11th Grade
Application Deadline Date: February 23, 2026

Please make sure your math, science, and English teachers, and your school counselor, know as soon as possible, and well before the deadline, that you are applying to KAMSC.

Please note: This application does not save.
Please plan on completing the application in its entirety.

We recommend using Google Docs to draft your essay questions thoroughly, then copy and paste them into this application.
PART A. STUDENT INFORMATION

(STUDENT COMPLETES THIS PORTION)

Please complete the form below. If at any time during the application process your information changes, please contact the KAMSC Office at 269-337-0004 or email kamsc.office@kamsc.org.

All fields marked with "*" are required and must be completed.
Legal Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Apt./Unit Number

CityState

Zip Code

In which public school district is your current residence?*
9th Grade10th Grade11th Grade
Date of Birth: *
Month/Date/Year
Student's Cell Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Student's Current Email Address: *
example@example.com (We recommend using a personal email address, such as iCloud or Gmail. School email addresses often block correspondence from outside your district.)
High School Currently Attending: *
High School you will attend in 2026-27: *

Part B - Parent/Guardian Information and Permission

(To be completed by the parent/guardians of the applying student) All parents/guardians are encouraged to read and must sign/initial the permission section below.
I am aware of my (our) student’s application for participation in the Kalamazoo Area Mathematics and Science Center program. I hereby grant permission for the KAMSC Applicant Review Panel to have access to any further scholastic information, such as school records, related to my son’s or daughter’s application for admission to the KAMSC program. I further understand that reports and evaluations that are collected for admission purposes do not become a part of my student’s permanent academic record. I hereby agree to waive access to my student’s application information, including teacher recommendations and counselor reports. Please have all parents and guardians sign.
Parent/Guardian Name *

First NameLast Name
Relationship to the Student? *
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Parent/Guardian Email Address *
Signature or Initials of Parent/Guardian*
Parent/Guardian

First NameLast Name
Relationship to Student?
Phone Number:
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Parent/Guardian Email Address:
Signature or initials of Parent/guardian
Date

MonthDayYear
Date
Please describe any special circumstances of which the Applicant Review Panel should be aware when considering your child's application. (e.g., medical or health concerns)

Part C - Student Questionnaire

Applicant for 10th, 11th, or 12th Grade Only
NoYes
If no, number of years.
Part C - SHORT ESSAY QUESTIONS
- Clear, concise expression is more important than the length of the response.
- A paragraph is appropriate for each response.
- Suggestion: You may create your essay answers in a Word (.doc or .docx) or Google Docs document, then copy and paste your answer into the appropriate essay question.
- It is strongly suggested that NO USE OF AI-GENERATED ANSWERS TO THE ESSAY QUESTIONS.

#1 - Why are you applying to KAMSC?*

#2 - Describe some of the ways you believe you have changed as a student since starting high school?*

#3 - Discuss one project, activity, or event in which you have been involved in high school that best demonstrates your interest in mathematics, science and/or computer science/technology. *

#4 - How would your KAMSC classmates benefit from having you in their classes?*

#5 - Think of a book you chose, not school assigned to read, recently. Why did you choose to read this particular book?*

#6 - Briefly describe the difficulties you will anticipate if you accept an invitation to the program at KAMSC.*

You've completed the application. Please click Submit!
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2026 Kalamazoo Area Mathematics & Science Center Upperclassman Application for 2026-2027 School Year

Please note: This application does not save. Please plan on completing the application in its entirety.

We recommend using Google Docs to draft your essay questions thoroughly, then copy and paste them into this application.

Part B - Parent/Guardian Information and Permission

Part C - Student Questionnaire

Please note: This application does not save.
Please plan on completing the application in its entirety.