Mississippi Governor’s School seeking high school scholars, applications due Nov. 1
Mississippi University for Women is seeking the best and brightest rising juniors and seniors from across the state for the 2025 Mississippi Governor’s School.
Held June 1-14, the two-week residential honors program will bring scholars to The W’s campus to “equip them with an intensive experience to develop their gifts alongside like-minded students,” according to the program’s mission.
Students must meet one of the eight requirements to be considered for the program, which include: Gifted eligibility ruling in Mississippi, composite score of 25 or above on the ACT, selection index of 175 or above on the PSAT, score of 1250 or above on the SAT, documentation of academic aptitude at an advanced level, documentation of creative thinking ability at an advanced level, documentation of leadership ability at an advanced level or documentation of fine and/or performing arts ability at an advanced level.
The program is free to attend, however, students must complete the application process.
Interested scholars should act fast, however, as the student application deadline is Friday, Nov. 1.
The idea behind MGS is to offer a collegiate experience to high school students, further preparing them for higher education. The program seeks to bring together a diverse group of students and have them learn from and alongside one another while encouraging self-discovery.
Participating students will earn three college credit hours which can be used at The W or transferred to any university of their choosing.
“The Mississippi Governor’s School provides exceptional high school students with a unique opportunity to jumpstart their college careers and forge lasting connections—this year’s theme is ‘Connections.’ Throughout their time at MGS, we aim for each scholar to foster connections that will have a profound impact, both in the classroom and within the broader community. As the director, I am thrilled to witness these brilliant minds in action, and I am committed to ensuring that MGS 2025 is the best year yet!” said Amber Cook, director for MGS.
In 1981, Governor William Winter and the administration at The W established the MGS as a residential honors program. Since its establishment, MGS has served thousands of scholars, providing each with a high-quality academic program.
To find more information about the program and to apply, visit muw.edu/education/govschool/.