Here are some important things you should know if you are planning to apply to the HSHSP or are recommending a student apply:
Who should apply?
Anyone who is presently a high school junior may apply.
When is the application deadline?
Applications and supporting materials should be received no later than March 1, 2024.
Submitting Applications
Applications will be submitted online HERE. The only item to be mailed will be the participant fee check.
If you have any questions regarding the application please contact:
Dr. Gail Richmond, HSHSP Director
620 Farm Lane Room 319 Erickson Hall
Michigan State University
East Lansing MI 48824-1034
517 432 4854
gailr@msu.edu
Application Information
The participant fee for the 2024 HSHSP will be $4,000 (This cost covers room, board, and some instructional costs)
Before submitting your online application please be sure you have completed the following information:
- You need recommendations from two teachers, one of who should be a science teacher you recently had. The recommendations should speak to your unique strengths as an individual – and should not simply be a recap of your resume. These recommendations, should reveal something about your motivation, independence and maturity, as well as tell how and what they know about you as an individual and why you might be suited for such a program. Contact two people you want to write your recommendation immediately. Once they agree, email the Recommendation link to them: https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_b1NJJp79zb6KrNs This link is also on the application. Once the recommenders submit their recommendations, you will receive an email that the recommendation has been submitted.
- A personal essay of 400-600 words. The essay must be neat and should address your interests in scientific research and in attending the HSHSP; what do you think you can contribute and any other significant related events in your life that you feel would be helpful to the Director in evaluating your application. I do not want to receive an essay that details your lifetime awards and honors, but rather an honest and compelling story about why you want to spend 7 weeks of your summer away from family and friends, doing full-time research, and why your participation would make difference in your life. Your personal essay will be typed or copy/pasted into the application.
- A second essay of the same length in which you describe the impact a book you have read has had on your thinking or any aspect of your life. This book can be one assigned in a course or one you chose to read for pleasure. Your second essay will be typed or copy/pasted into the application.
- Current Transcript -Upload a copy of your school transcript where indicated on the application.
- Standardized Test Scores (e.g., SAT, ACT; if available) – Upload a screenshot of your standardized scores where indicated on application.
- List of Courses – Upload a list of courses currently being taken where indicated on application.
- If applying for financial aid, please complete the financial aid section in the online application.
- Make a check for the application fee – Information on application
Application Deadline
THE APPLICATION, LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION, AND APPLICATION FEE MUST BE RECEIVED BY MARCH 1, 2024.