Mathematics and Science for Minority Students

Mathematics and Science for Minority Students

Year Program started: 1977

Max. Participants/Year: 110

Application Deadline: December

Program Timeframe: summer (five weeks); three consecutive years

Academic Level Targeted: Grades 9-12

Racial/Ethnic Focus: African American, Native American

Type of Program: Career/academic planning, Counseling, Education

Program Attributes: Non-credit, Meals provided, Housing provided, Books/supplies provided, Counseling provided, Mentors/advisors provided

Program Acceptance Requirements: class year (grades 9-11), area of residence (11 designated cities and Native American reservations), disadvantaged status (for students who would not otherwise have the opportunity), GPA/academic standing (competitive admission)

Primary Science Discipline(s) Targeted: biology, chemistry, physics, English, mathematics

Additional Comments: Must be enrolled in a public school.