MS SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE

The Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science (MSMS) is a unique, public, residential high school located on the campus of the Mississippi University for Women in Columbus, Mississippi. Established by the state legislature in 1987, it serves as a specialized academic environment for 11th and 12th-grade students from across the state who demonstrate exceptional talent and interest in science, mathematics, and rigorous intellectual pursuits. By providing a college-preparatory experience, MSMS allows high-achieving juniors and seniors to live and learn in a community of peers who share a drive for academic excellence.

The school is renowned for its challenging curriculum, which is taught by a faculty comprised almost entirely of individuals with advanced degrees, many of whom hold doctorates in their respective fields. Beyond core coursework, MSMS offers a wide array of research opportunities, specialized electives, and extracurricular programs that extend far beyond what is available in a traditional high school setting. By bridging the gap between secondary education and collegiate life, the institution aims to cultivate the next generation of Mississippi’s leaders, researchers, and innovators in STEM and the humanities.