A.C.E. (ACCESS Campus Experience) Summer Program
ACCESS and Specialized College Services

ACE (ACCESS Campus Experience) Summer Camp is a three-day, two-night immersive experience designed for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are exploring life as a prospective ACCESS student at Mississippi State University.

From June 1–3, participants will experience college life firsthand by staying in a residence hall, dining on campus, and engaging in interactive workshops and activities led by ACCESS staff and current MSU students. Camp is designed to help students determine if the ACCESS program and the college environment are a good fit for their goals.

Throughout the experience, students will:
• Learn about the ACCESS program and what it means to be an ACCESS student
• Explore potential career interests through engaging sessions
• Participate in team-building and leadership activities
• Practice independent living and self-advocacy skills
• Experience residence hall life and campus dining
• Connect with current MSU students and ACCESS staff

ACE Summer Camp provides a supportive environment where students can build confidence, make new friends, and begin envisioning their future on a college campus.