These exciting classes are held 12 times throughout the academic school year. During each of the sessions, students take classes in math, science, communications, robotics, and career awareness. All students take classes in math, science, and communications; the other classes vary for middle school students vs. high school students. Students are grouped according to their mathematics course that they are taking in school. The math, science, and communication courses are taught by certified teachers; the other classes such as robotics are taught by experts in the appropriate field. The courses are held on the campus of North Carolina State University and are a part of the student’s participation in the NC-MSEN Pre-College Program.

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The North Carolina Mathematics and Science Education Network (NC-MSEN) Pre-College Program is a year-round program for under served students in grades 6 – 12 that is designed to provide mathematics and science enrichment. The program is created to provide support for students who have barriers that would keep them from the pursuit of a career in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and related areas. The Summer Scholars Program is one component of the NC-MSEN Pre-College Program and is designed to provide mathematics and science enrichment to its students with a primary goal to prepare students for their 2009-10 mathematics class. Students who are currently in the 12th grade are not eligible to participate in the 2009 Summer Scholars program. The NC-MSEN Pre-College Program will admit a limited number of undeserved students for its Summer Scholars Program on a first-come first-serve basis. Courses will be taught in mathematics, science, communications, and robotics for middle school students while courses in mathematics, science, communications, and career awareness will be taught for high school students.

The NCSU NC-MSEN Pre-College Program is now accepting applications for its 2009 Summer Scholars Program. The program dates are June 22 - 26, 2009 & July 6 – 10, 2009 Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Middle school students must attend the full day program, but high school students have the option to attend for a half-day which is 8 a.m. to 12 noon or the full-day. Please read the application for details on the prices. If you have questions, you may contact the NC-MSEN Pre-College Office at NCSU, by phone at 513-8534.

Application Form

Deadline for application submission has been extended to May 15, 2009 for both members and non-members.

• Current NC-MSEN Pre-College Program Student Application:
  Closed
• Non-Members:
  Closed

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This math and science competition event is held annually on the 4th Saturday in late April. 80 students from the NCSU NC-MSEN Pre-College Program compete against students from the other eight NC-MSEN Pre-College Programs across the state. The event location rotates between participating UNC system universities. Students compete against their peers in events ranging from math and science testing to creating water bottle rockets, parachute egg drops, an oratorical contest and a quiz bowl.

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In mid-May, students are recognized for their outstanding academic work and program participation at a formal awards ceremony. For each school, the students who earn a GPA above a 3.0 or above are recognized. High school students who rank in the top three receive monetary awards. All other students who earn a GPA of 3.0 or higher receive honorable mention awards.

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Academic Chapter of Excellence (ACE) Club (high school only). Students who attend selected high schools may enroll in the ACE club program, sponsored by teachers and/or guidance counselors. The club provides a student peer support group for under served students who want to pursue academic excellence. Activities include presentations from guest speakers, field trips, and activities that enhance student interest in STEM careers as well as provide college preparation information. In addition, students gain valuable leadership skills by directing club efforts. Students are required to complete a community service project.

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Academic Enrichment Class is for middle school students only. Students who attend selected middle schools and participate in the NCSU NC-MSEN Pre-College Program must enroll in an elective course called the MSEN Pre-College Class. This class provides assistance with study skills and enrichment in math and science.

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