Hi! I’m a high school Sophomore and looking into collages after high school. I am in the vet program at my school and participating in animal extracurriculars. I am interested in the Mississippi state program. What should I be doing now to have a better chance of getting in?
MSU is a fine college - but MSU is not a difficult admit. You might ask if their programs are impacted but it doesn’t seem so. Per the website, if you have a 2.0 in high school, you’ll be admitted. Of course, you’ll want to hit the lab sciences and math hard for best prep but go at the pace best for you, and I’m sure there will be a spot for you!!!
But like most kids, you should take the most rigorous schedule you’re capable - and ensure you are meeting your high school graduation requirements.
Fine school - I know of a few who’ve gone and loved it. And I’ve been on campus - really nice!! Best of luck.
Full admission to Mississippi State University will be granted to high school graduates who complete the required College Preparatory Curriculum (CPC) along with one of the following:
- A minimum 2.0 grade-point average on the CPC
As for what they want from HS, it’s this below:
To be accepted into the freshman class at Mississippi State University, students must satisfactorily complete the following College Preparatory Curriculum (CPC) with an appropriate core grade-point average:
English: 4 Carnegie Units
- Units must require substantial communication skills (i.e., reading, writing, listening, and speaking). Compensatory Reading and Writing may not be included.
Mathematics: 4 Carnegie Units
- Algebra I or its equivalent
- Math higher than Algebra I (2 units)
- The 4th Carnegie unit can be a math credit earned prior to Algebra I or a math credit not considered higher than Algebra I.
Science: 3 Carnegie Units
- Biology I or its equivalent
- Science higher than Biology I (2 units)
Social Studies: 3 Carnegie Units
- Units must include integrated courses of social sciences and humanities promoting civic competence.
Arts: 1 Carnegie Unit
- Includes any one Carnegie unit (or two ½ units) of visual and
performing arts course(s) meeting the requirements for high
school graduation.
Advanced Electives: 2 Carnegie Units
- Option 1: Foreign Language I and Foreign Language II
- Option 2: Foreign Language I and one unit from Option 3
- Option 3: (1) Any combination of an advanced level course above the required Carnegie units in: (a) as noted in the Office of Academic and Student Affairs CPC Manual and/or) any (b) Advanced Placement (AP), Academic or Career and Technical Dual Credit (DC), International Baccalaureate (IB), or Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) course. (2) Completion of any two-year Career and Technical course may count as one unit. Example: completion of both Health Sciences I & II will count as an advanced elective.
Technology: 1 Carnegie Unit
- A technology course is defined as one that emphasizes the use of technology as a productivity tool. Instruction should include utilizing various forms of technology to create, collaborate, organize, and publish information. The application of technology as a productivity tool, rather than specific hardware and/or software packages should be the focus of the course. A computer science course emphasizes computational thinking to solve problems. Courses will involve the study of computers and algorithmic processes, including their principles, their hardware, and software designs, their applications, and their impact on society and should include a focus on one or more of the following core concepts: computing systems, networks, and the internet, data and analysis, algorithms and programming, and impacts of computing. Course equivalent or additional advanced elective may be acceptable for non-Mississippi residents.
Total Carnegie Units: 18
Thank you!
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Hi there!
My son is in studying animal science in preparation for vet school.
If you are trying to get directly into the early entry program, specific information is here:
Note that you have to meet the requirements for MSU, have a minimum SAT/ACT score (see link), and an interview. I believe you also need a minimum GPA of 3.6 in “Core Classes” as defined by them. They also want animal hours, etc.
I would look ahead to the courses required in your first couple years and take hard math and science courses in HS to prepare for them and demonstrate your aptitude.
Looks like you can get an idea of what is required by looking at the requirements for various Bachelors level programs in the course catalog.
It looks like you can also apply early to the DVM program as a junior in MSU in one of the related concentrations.
Good luck!
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