The focus is on mathematics, science, and technology, as well as applications in these areas. The goal is to match the intellectual abilities of talented adolescents with rigorous and challenging course work which provides enrichment, but does not duplicate or accelerate course work that is part of the regular K-12 school curriculum.

Each day (Monday-Friday), there will be three classes, each two hours in length.

When: June 23-27 2025, and July 7-11, 2025

Application Deadline: May 9, 2025

Eligibility: 

Students must currently be in grade 7 or 8. Although students may be younger than the grades stated, the nature of the acceleration and the high school level content, no exceptions to younger students will be granted.

Students must submit the following with their MST application:

• Test Scores (score of only one test)
  • ACT or SAT scores of at least:
    • ACT: Math 18, English 18, Reading 18, or Composite 18
    • SAT: Math 480 or Evidence-Based Reading & Writing 480
  • CogAT: 90th percentile
    • Register to take the CogAT with MSU GATE HERE
  • IQ Test
• Teacher Recommendation Form from one of your teachers in the subject areas of math, science, or technology: During your online application, you will be asked to provide a teacher's school email address, and we will send them an email requesting that they fill out an online recommendation for you. (Do NOT ask your teacher to write you a letter of recommendation - only our online recommendation form will be accepted.)
• Most recent grade report
• Essay