That makes it even more difficult for many enthusiastic African American and Latinx students to participate in math enrichment programs and later compete for admission to top programs in science and technology. Tuition to summer residential math enrichment programs can reach upwards of $4,500. Participation in enrichment programs and high achievement in math competitions can help students enter elite colleges, which can be a gateway to many high-paying, high-status and high-impact careers, particularly in STEM fields. Maria Klawe: Why is it so important for more students of color to participate in national math competitions and extracurricular enrichment programs? She gave me a flier from the University of Toronto about a three-week summer math enrichment program.

Source: Forbes April 30, 2018 17:48 UTC