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:

  • MIST Bowl Topics have been updated, Debate has new topics