Cold-emailing a supervisor
Write a short, specific message: introduce your background, name one paper or research direction, explain the fit, and ask one clear question. Attach a one-page CV only when it helps.
Open applicant toolkit
Make the opportunity count after you find it.
A focused, free starting library for young mathematicians applying to events, seeking funding, and stepping into academic rooms with confidence.
Funding, explained plainly
A full waiver removes fees; a travel grant supports transport or accommodation; a stipend supports living costs. Check which costs are covered, when money is paid, and whether you pay first.
Your first summer school
Expect fast lectures, problem sessions, and informal discussion. Bring a notebook, ask where the prerequisites are listed, and prepare a 30-second description of your mathematical interests.
Trusted places to begin
Always verify the current deadline, eligibility, and funding conditions on the original organisation's page.