A selection committee comprised predominately of teachers and university educators from across Missouri will evaluate nominations. Scholars are selected on the basis of the following criteria and factors:
GPA and test scores are scored according to this rubric.
The two student essays (as a reminder, these are the prompts) are scored according to this rubric.
The letters of recommendation are scored according to this rubric.
The selection committee will also take into consideration:
- Evidence of leadership, creativity, intellectual curiosity, problem-solving ability, initiative, and the projected benefits to the student for participating in the Academy
- Commitment to attend the Academy in full. Scholars should expect to be physically and mentally present for all three weeks.
Missouri Scholars Academy welcomes participants with disabilities and/or unique health requirements. If selected for the program, MSA, along with Mizzou’s Disability Center, Dining Services, and others, is happy to work with scholars and their families to plan for necessary accommodations.