Admission to the MSSM is highly competitive. The application process includes multiple essays, a complete academic history, PSAT/SAT scores, IQ Testing, three teacher recommendations as well as a counselor recommendation, and a personal interview.
In addition to their academic ability, students are selected on the basis of maturity, motivation, and their ability to contribute positively to the residential environment.
Four Steps to the Admissions Process
Select a Review Date: Applications Are reviewed at three priority deadlines: December 15th, February 15th, and April 15th. A certain number of spaces are held open during each review date. Applications not selected during the chosen review date will be carried over into the next pool of applicants. Submitting applications early will ensure its eligibility for review and early selection. After April 15th, applications are considered on a rolling basis and as space allows.
Testing: Applicants who wish to be considered for Priority Review need to register for standardized testing two months prior to MSSM's review deadline to ensure that scores are received in our office in time. Test dates and registration deadlines are provided on the
back of the application booklet(download available). Additional SAT information is
available in any high school guidance office and www.collegeboard.com. In registering for SAT or PSAT testing, be sure to use the MSSM Code 3513 in the four-digit space for reports to colleges and scholarship programs. In registering for the SSAT, please use the MSSM code 4790. This code will ensure that your scores will be sent to MSSM in a timely manner. IQ testing takes place on campus during Open Houses. Please contact the Admissions Office to arrange a date to take an IQ test.
Personal Interview/Campus Visit: As part of the application process, all applicants are required to visit the campus at which time a personal interview is conducted with the Admissions Director. To schedule a visit and/or register to attend one of our Open Houses, please contact the admissions office. Open Houses are held in October, November, January, February, and March.
Selection of Finalists: The selection committee consists of various members of the MSSM community which may include faculty, staff, administrators, and alumni. The committee thoroughly reviews each applicant's essays, special accomplishments, transcripts, recommendations, and test scores. Applicants are evaluated in the following areas: motivation, evidence of commitment to learning, intellectual ability, academic accomplishment, leadership and social skills, communication, and overall potential for success at MSSM. The selection committee will make selections and create a list of alternates. Students who are placed on the alternate list will continue to be considered for admission at each priority review and on a rolling basis.
Instructions for Applicants:
a. Complete the Admissions application (available as a download). Ask your parent or legal guardian to complete the Family Supplement.
b. Applications are given priority review three times annually; December 15th, February 15th, and April 15th. Applications received after priority review dates will only be considered on a rolling basis and as openings become available. Send your application to:
The Admissions Office
Maine School of Science and Mathematics
95 High Street
Limestone, ME 04750
Applications received after the Priority Review date will be considered only as openings become available.
Please keep a copy of your completed application for your records.
c. Register to complete your SAT's prior to February 1st. PLEASE NOTE : In registering for the SAT, be sure to use the MSSM Code 3513 , and 4790 for the SSAT in the four-digit space for reports to colleges and scholarship programs. This code will ensure that your scores will be sent to MSSM in a timely manner. Only those high schools registered as testing sites administer the SAT. If you have problems finding a testing site near your home, please call the MSSM Admissions Office.
d. Provide recommendation forms to math, science, and English teachers. Additional recommendation forms may be completed by a teacher from another discipline, activity advisor, coach or community leader of your choice.
e. Ask your guidance counselor to complete the Guidance Counselor's Recommendation Form.
f. Request an official transcript from your guidance office which includes:
a cumulative record of your middle school and high school years, including final grades and mid-semester grades for your current academic year
educational records for the past calendar year
copies of IEP or 504 plans
All recommendation forms/transcripts should be sent directly to the MSSM Admissions Office.
If you have any questions, please call the Admissions office at (207) 325-3303 or e-mail Danielle Deschaine at deschained@mssm.org
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