What is SMP?
The Fermilab Saturday Morning Physics (SMP) program is a free-of-charge series of eleven1 lectures and tour visits given by Fermilab scientists.
The program’s purpose is to further the understanding and appreciation of modern physics among high school students. The lectures are aimed at high school students without any previous scientific knowledge.
This program is given twice1 during each school year. Full details of our program can be found on these pages.
Announcement and Registration
**Registration for Fall Session is closed.
Winter Session is open until January 19, 2019 or when we reach enrollment capacity.
An announcement of the Saturday Morning Physics program to participating schools for the academic year is made in August.
The students must satisfy the eligibility requirements. Applications will be taken only for the coming academic year, and will be granted as the number of registered students do not exceed the maximum number of 150 per session.
Registration for the 2018-19 SMP year is now open. Students should register for only one of the two terms. Registrants will be sent a confirmation of their registration immediately upon submitting their application. Letters of acceptance to the program will be sent one week before the start of the term.
View 2018-2019 SMP Brochure (English/Spanish): 2018-2019 Brochure.pdf.
Classes, in general, are not cancelled due to weather. Please consider your safety before attempting to come to class.
