About AIMS

AIMS is an Upward Bound Math and Science Program that is part of the TRIO programs, federally funded by the United States Department of Education.  Our host institution is Murray State University, and we are located within the Division of Student Affairs.  Our primary goal is to recruit 50 high school students to participate in Summer component and Academic year component.

Each Summer 50 students recruited from out of Western Kentucky, Southern Illinois, Northwestern Tennessee or Eastern Missouri participate in a 6 week residential program on the campus of Murray State University, at no cost to the participant, other than transportation to the campus.  Students will be divided into research teams led by a professor and /or graduate student.  Students are enrolled in classes during the day and will participate in nightly activities.  Parents and guest are invited to an end of  the summer banquet/math and science symposium.

Participants who have successfully completed the summer program will be contacted periodically by phone calls, visits, e-mails, and monthly newsletters to monitor their progress in school.  They will also be invited to participate in Financial Aid, ACT, College Admissions, Scholarships and Math/Science  research competitions on the campus of Murray State University.
 

The Bridge component is for participants who have successfully completed at least one summer program prior to entering the 12th grade.  During the summer program bridge students enroll in six hours of college level courses at Murray State University.  Fees are covered by AIMS.  At the end of the summer the top two students may be awarded a $500 scholarship to attend Murray State University.