Nomination Considerations for Parents

We realize that the decision about your child’s participation in this program is a major one. Of course we believe that this program will provide great benefits to those enrolled, but both you and your child should recognize what the program demands.

  • Families are responsible for transportation to and from classes. Once classes start, many parents arrange car pools. First year classes meet from 4:05 p.m. to 6:25 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays during the school year. (From the third year on, classes meet from 6:35 p.m. to 8:55 p.m., also on Mondays and Wednesdays.)
  • The work load will be substantial. Although students should be excused from their regular school math class, it is expected that an additional half-hour to hour of study time must be set aside each school day.
  • There are fees, but scholarship money is available. The initial testing fee is $50. For those who subsequently enroll, program fees for the 2025-26 school year will be $1100 ($550 per semester). There is a University student identification card fee of $23.50. College credit is an option for our students. The cost for the college credit is not included in the fee described above. The 2024-25 cost per credit hour is $295.00. GMP student courses vary from 1 to 4 credit hours per course. Some textbooks will need to be purchased after GMP I.
  • After completing the testing, there is no assurance that your child will be one of the 60 students selected for the classes. All families will, however, receive full test results.