MSP Expects All Scholars To:

• Prioritize social, emotional, mental, and physical well-being

• Maintain 3.5 GPA

• Live out the program’s Pillars of Success: Accountability, Cohesiveness, Academic Excellence, Vision, Character, Respect, and Resilience

• Summer Bridge Completion

• Enroll in MSP courses and seminar

• Meet regularly with MSP Assistant Program Directors

• Attend all MSP activities ( family meetings, Stress Busters, etc.)

• Participate in STEM Research; Summer and Academic Year

• Live in the MSP living and learning community for first two years

• Meet the academic requirements of their major departments and the MSP program

• Give back to their community through participation in community service opportunities

• Be an active participant in the MSP and Penn State community

• Explore student engagement opportunities

• Delay joining fraternity or sorority until junior year

• Complete a Senior Research Thesis or Publication

• Apply to graduate PhD programs

Learn more about general program expectations on the Current Scholars Page