It is not required but preferable that the applicant meets one of these criteria:
- USAMO or USAJMO qualifier;
- grade A for a college-level proof-based math course (online courses included);
- participation in Canada/USA MathCamp, HCSSiM, PROMYS, Ross Program, or SUMaC with a letter of recommendation from a counselor;
- a letter of recommendation from a college professor of mathematics.