HIGHER EDUCATION FOR THE 21ST CENTURY

A Global University Experience

Experience the world and learn the skills needed to change it.

Continue the National Society of High School Scholars' tradition of leadership at Minerva University, the only university built for our rapidly changing global context. Combining rigorous academics with immersive global experience, we are educating the next generation of change-makers and innovators.

As an institution committed to supporting youth to be effective global leaders, we are offering a scholarship in addition to need-based aid to one student from NSHSS admitted to the class of 2027 during the Early Action or Regular Decision I cycles. This scholarship will cover the loan portion of the selected student's financial aid package during the 2023-2024 academic year. The selected student will be the admit who demonstrates the highest financial need out of all admits associated with NSHSS.

‍We are now accepting applications for Fall 2023 enrollment.

KEY PROGRAM ELEMENTS

Immerse Yourself in Vibrant World Cultures

You will live and learn in vibrant cities around the world during your four years of study to graduate with a truly global perspective.
Global Experience

Explore Broadly as You Learn Deeply

The innovative pedagogy, curriculum, and classes are deliberately designed to teach you the skills needed to solve complex problems.
Majors & Concentrations

Prepare for a Lifetime of Professional Success

Professional development begins in your first year, with advice, access, and advocacy provided throughout your entire career.
Career Development

Join a Community of Global Citizens

Merit-based admissions, affordable tuition, and generous aid foster the most diverse student body at any university in the world.
Tuition & Fees

Complete the Unique Admissions Process

Demonstrate who you are, how you think, and what you have accomplished: your true self, not essays and standardized test scores.
Admissions

VIDEO // GLOBAL IMMERSION

From morning rituals like running and yoga to intensive, location-based learning with leading figures and organizations, Minerva University also offers a wide range of stimulating pursuits outside of class.This film, shot over the course of a single day in San Francisco, exhibits the depth and breadth of the student experience in the first residential location.

Minerva University is your opportunity to prove yourself, but first you need to apply.

The first part of the admissions process is the application form, which includes basic information about who you are and your academic history. From there, you'll gain access to a personalized Admissions Center, where you will be guided through the remaining steps of a truly unique, holistic admissions process.

100% Merit-Based Admissions

  • No SATs or other standardized tests
  • No application fee
  • No ethnic, gender, or national bias
  • Low tuition costs
  • Need-based financial aid

We are committed to treating every applicant equally, so all admissions decisions are based solely on merit. In addition, all admitted students are eligible to receive need-based financial aid through low-interest loans, work study, and if needed, additional scholarships.

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Meet Minerva University Students

Minerva University students and alumni share their experiences, in their own words.
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NOTABLE PRESS