Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy

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Established as a public STEM academy for Illinois students, the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) is internationally recognized for inspiring, challenging, and nurturing students who use their exceptional abilities to improve people’s lives. IMSA’s academically advanced residential program enables exceptional students in grades 10-12 to reach extraordinary levels of achievement.

Our mission is to ignite and nurture creative, ethical, scientific minds that advance the human condition. We are a diverse community that promotes curiosity and exploration. We’re about more than great college prospects and great jobs, we’re about making our families proud. We’re about a better world for everyone through immersive learning experiences.

At IMSA’s residential Academy, you will be part of a community of around 650 diverse students who are passionate about learning. When you live alongside others, you create life-long friendships. You build your confidence and self-reliance.