Session Restrictions:

• Fall Session: October 11 & 25, 2008, November 8 & 15, 2008, & December 6 & 13, 2008; Open to High School Students, Carnage Middle, Leesville Road Middle, and Wake Forest-Rolesville Middle
• Winter Session: January 24 & 31, 2009, February 7 & 21, 2009, & March 7 & 28, 2009; High School Students, East Millbrook Middle, Ligon Middle, and Smithfield Middle

Registration:

Currently, Saturday Academy registration is open for all NC-MSEN Pre-College Program students. Please complete the online registration or download the printable form and return to the below address. The deadline for registration is September 26, 2008.

• Fall Session (Session I) Registration
  • Registration is currently closed.
• Winter Session (Session II) Registration
  • Online Registration
  • pdf (requires Adobe Reader)

NCSU NC-MSEN Pre-College Program
Friday Institute
1890 Main Campus Drive
Raleigh, NC 27606

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This program provides summer enrichment in the areas of mathematics, science and technology for middle and high school students who are involved in the NCSU NC-MSEN Pre-College Program. Middle school students take courses in math, science, technology and cultural awareness, while high school students take courses in math, science and technology. A special emphasis is placed in the preparation of students for their fall math course.

The NCSU NC-MSEN Pre-College Program is now accepting applications for its 2008 Summer Scholars Program. The program dates are July 7 - 18 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. 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.

Enrollment Form

Deadline for enrollment is March 31, 2008 for both members and non-members.

• Current NC-MSEN Pre-College Program Members:
  Enrollment Form (requires Adobe Reader )
• Non-Members:
  Enrollment Form (requires Adobe Reader )

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This math and science competition event is h eld annually on the 4 th 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 underserved 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 shool 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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