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 

• 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, 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,’” said MGS director Amber Cook. “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!”  

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