Texas Academy of Mathematics & Science

This can be good alternative to high school for the high achiever. It is challenging and focused academically. The one area we had the most problems with and our biggest complaints were about are the way student life issues are handled. Dorms, roommates and problems associated with these weren't always handled in the best way or even fairly. The student life staff can be unprofessional, unreliable, and often unaware of problems - after all most of these are just university students themselves. These kids have a lot of down time because they give up band, sports, etc. that they might have been involved with at home. These are all things to take into consideration along with the academics. Also, remember you are sending your high schooler to a University campus and they will be around and exposed to that 'adult' atmosphere and need to be ready to handle that.
--Submitted by a parent

Wonderful program, it has its problems and could use a bit more student club support, but is definitely worth it. TAMS provides a huge challenge, and is about a thousand times better than your average high school.
--Submitted by a student

I am an alumni, and TAMS was truly the greatest thing that has happened to me. I have to admit that it was extremely difficult, but I learned so much about myself, and I respect this program