We are so excited that you are interested in joining the Scholars Program!
To apply to the Social Science Scholars Program, you must provide the following materials:
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Two reference letters from high school teachers and/or advisors/professors sent directly to John Waller at wallerj1@msu.edu or Samyuktha Iyer at iyersamy@msu.edu.
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An official high school transcript detailing academic record sent directly to John Waller at wallerj1@msu.edu or Samyuktha Iyer at iyersamy@msu.edu.
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A written statement of up to 2,000 words that will enable the selection panel to evaluate your suitability for the Scholars Program. We do not recommend submissions significantly shorter than the word limit: we want to be able to get as detailed a sense of your interests as possible. The personal statement may take the form of (a) a personal reflection on why this program would benefit you and suit your abilities and aspirations; (b) an analysis of specific social, political, economic, environmental, or ethical issues that are of personal interest to you; or (c) some combination of (a) and (b). Please paste your statement into the application form.
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Prospective students applying for admission will have the option to apply to the Social Science Scholars Program without submitting an ACT or SAT score. MSU is making this change as a result of test-taking disruptions due to Covid-19. Applicants who would like to have test scores considered will have the ability to submit their scores by emailing a copy to John Waller (wallerj1@msu.edu). Students in no way will be penalized for not submitting scores.
Selected applicants will then be invited for an online interview. The deadline for applications each calendar year is April 1 for admission in the fall but early application is strongly recommended. You will hear back from us within a couple of weeks of applying.
