Minnesota Institute for Talented Youth

Minnesota Institute for Talented Youth (MITY) offers Saturday Programs for 1st–5th grade students, with two unique classes each weekend and program hours of 9:00 AM–12:00 PM. It also offers ExplorSchool for current 5th–7th grade students, where students take one class in the morning and one in the afternoon. Summer Programs include day and residential programs for grades 1–11.

Programs

• Saturday Programs — For 1st–5th grade students · Fall session: Saturdays, November 7, 14, and 21, 2026; Winter session: Saturdays, January 23, 30, and February 6, 2027; Spring session: Saturdays, April 17, 24, and May 1, 2027 · Elementary students take 2 unique classes every weekend. Program hours are 9:00 AM–12:00 PM. Students currently in grades 1–5. Cost: $175 per session; sibling $145; financial aid available.
• ExplorSchool — For current 5th–7th grade students · Session A: June 14–25, 2027 (M-F), 8:45 AM–3:45 PM; Session B: July 12–23, 2027 (M-F), 8:45 AM–3:45 PM; extended care 7:30–8:45 AM and 3:45–5:00 PM · Middle school program. Students take two classes, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Financial aid is available.
• Summer Programs — Grades 1–11 · All Summer 2027 courses and program applications open on January 1st. Day and residential programs are offered. · MITY’s day and residential programs provide innovative classes to gifted and talented students.

At a glance

• Ages: 6–17 years old
• Current session: Elementary Program Session A (Jun 14–Jun 18, 2027); Elementary Program Session B (Jul 12–Jul 16, 2027); Elementary Program Session C (Jul 19–Jul 23, 2027); Middle School Program Session A (Jun 14–Jun 25, 2027); Middle School Program Session B (Jul 12–Jul 23, 2027)
• Facility hours: Office Hours 8AM - 4PM

About the provider

MITY was launched in 1967 and celebrated its 50th Anniversary in 2017. The organization serves over 1,200 students in grades 1 through 12 each year. Its mission is to inspire and challenge intellectually curious students to pursue their passions within a diverse, inclusive community and empower them by building skills and relationships for lifelong success. The leadership team includes Erica Brewinski, Executive Director, and Tessa Meiser, Program Administrator.

MITY accepts applications on a rolling basis for the elementary program. ExplorSchool has a rolling admissions process. When a class is full, it is labeled 'waitlist' on the website and on the application. Students NOT enrolled in extended day need to arrive after 8:35 AM and be picked up promptly at 3:45 PM. A late fee of $15 per 15 minutes will be charged for students picked up after 5:00 PM.

What families say

“MITY is more than just a program; it's a gateway to countless worlds waiting to be explored. Each session offers the opportunity to acquire new skills, and ignite fresh passions.” — parent

“This program is excellent in inspiring kids.” — 2025 parent

“This is a fantastic program for kids to get more education around a topic(s) of interest that they do not get in their normal school. All smiles and excitement about these Saturdays!” — MITY Parent

Last updated October 18, 2026.