mist nationals 2026
NJ NJ - WE SO FLY - J E R S E Y!
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NJ NJ - WE SO FLY - J E R S E Y! 〰️〰️
General Information:
Dates: July 10-12, 2026
Location: Webster University, St. Louis, MO
Registration Info:
Early Bird Registration Closes: June 12, COMPETITOR FEE:$90
Late Registration Closes: June 19, COMPETITOR FEE: $110
Coaches and Guests Fee: $90
FINANCIAL AID FORM: DUE JUNE 12TH
NJ TEAM INFORMATION:
Requirements:
Check out Nationals Qualifiers, only top 5 may competitors in each non-pilot competition may compete
submissions may be reused, but we recommend you reach out to us or check judges’ comments
JOIN THE WHATSAPP community → nationals specific chat
Hotel & Travel Options
Travel: TBD
Housing:
Recommended for competitors: ON-CAMPUS - suites with 2 double-rooms + 1 bath, one-time fee of 20 + 40 per night
PLEASE confirm with us ASAP via the WhatsApp chat if you are interested in this option.
NJ Organizers will be on-campus to assist + monitor students
For families/ parents/ alternative hotel option:
Recommended: SpringHill Suites by Marriott St. Louis Brentwood
Webster University (approx 6 min drive) with king and queen suites available. *Breakfast is included in hotel booking
Let us know if you are planning to stay in a different location, we will coordinate team activities/ scheduling to accommodate ان شاء الله.
Competitions info:
*competitions offered at nationals DO NOT include pilot competitions
Deadlines:
Early Submissions Due: Friday June 26th @11:59 on myMIST
Prepared Essay, Short Fiction, Poetry, Short Film, Business Venture Proposal, Science Fair Abstract, Social Media, Humanitarian Service, Digital Art - please check the rulebook for guidelines on all submissions
On-site submissions Due Friday July 10th upon arrival
Rulebook:
PLEASE REVIEW THE RULEBOOK ON THE NATIONALS WEBSITE:
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