To meet strict acceptance requirements and to ensure that only the most highly acclaimed individuals attend NYSP, each nominee must be personally selected for nomination by a teacher. Teachers who nominate are instructed to select only those students who can meet the challenge of our advanced academic curriculum and who merit the distinction of a nomination.

The National Center for Early Academic Excellence accepts only the most mature and independent individuals possible to attend NYSP. Young Scholars are all outstanding individuals representing a variety of backgrounds and possessing a broad range of interests and goals, and each contribute to the special strength and character of the program.

If you are a teacher or educator, and are interested in nominating an outstanding young scholar to attend NYSP, click here.

If you require further information, please contact the Office of Admissions.