A Program for High Achieving Students who are currently in Grade 9, 10, 11, or 12.

Courses

• EC 201H: Introduction to Microeconomics
  Tues, Wed, Thurs
  9 am - 12 noon
  3 credits
• PSY 101H: Introduction to Psychology
  Tues, Wed, Thurs
  9:00 am - 12:40 pm (plus additional Internet hours)
  4 credits
• CSS 491H: Biotechnology
  Tues, Wed, Thurs
  9:00 am - 12 noon
  3 credits
• PHL 200H: Introduction to Philosophy
  Tues, Wed, Thurs
  9 am - 12 noon
  3 credits
• ENG 230H: Introduction to Film
  Tues, Wed, Thurs
  9 am - 12:40 pm
  4 credits

Eligibility Up to twenty students will be enrolled in each course. To be eligible, a student must:

• Have completed grades 9, 10, 11, or 12 by June 13, 2008.
• Have taken the SAT I Reasoning Test (SAT), or ACT Assessment Test between 2003 and 2008 and have proof (a copy of SAT or ACT scores). Minimum scores required for participation in High Achievers are one of the following:
  • SAT Verbal 530 and Total 1040 OR
  • PSAT Verbal 53 OR Writing 53 and Total 106 OR
  • ACT English 22 and Composite 21 OR
  • Plan scores of English 22 and Composite 21.
• Have earned at least a 3.5 cumulative grade point average in college prep classes. A copy of the student's transcript, including grades for the first semester of the 2007/2008 school year, must be included with the completed application.
• Have a high degree of motivation and be willing to put forth the effort necessary for an honors-level college course.

Special Note: The High Achievers classes are honors sections of the courses, meaning an especially high level of work is expected. Additionally, up to five students for MSU's Honors College will be admitted to each class.
Note: Students enrolled in MSU classes through High Achievers are not forced to comply with the 16-credit-maximum imposed on Lifelong Learners. Also, students using MSU courses to satisfy high school graduation requirements may not use those same classes towards a college degree at Michigan State University.

Dates

Applications Available	November, 2007
Applications Due	March 31, 2008*
Program Dates	June 17 - July 17, 2008

*Applications will be accepted after the deadline as space allows.

Costs and Transportation The cost of High Achievers is $378.75 per credit. The tuition for 3 credit course of $1136.25 or a 4 credit course of $1515, $60 application fee, and textbook costs. For details on the costs and due dates, see the brochure.

Transportation is the responsibility of student and parents. This program is a commuter program.

Sponsors

• MSU Office of the Provost.
• MSU Office of Gifted and Talented Programs - A Division of The Honors College.
• Ingham Intermediate School District.
• W. B. and Candace Thoman Foundation.