Mu Alpha Theta is a math honor society for students in 10th-12th grade who are enrolled in Pre-AP or AP math courses with an average of 80 or higher. Students can join by completing an application and paying dues. Benefits of joining include recognition for math achievements, interacting with other strong math students, and improving college and scholarship applications. Meetings are monthly and optional, but provide opportunities to compete in statewide math contests for extra credit. Competitions include the Texas Math League, Mandelbrot Competition, and American Mathematics Competition.