S-STEM Scholarship Application Information for Spring 2012

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The S-Stem Scholarship program is intended for students who are interested in majoring in Biology, Chemistry or Mathematics. This program will provide scholarship assistance of up to $3,500/semester and can be renewed (through a re-application process) for up to 4 semesters. In addition to financial assistance, this program will provide access to mentorship and internship experiences.

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

· Applicants must be seeking a degree or career in the areas of Biology, Chemistry or Mathematics (AS, AAS, AGEC, MAPP, BA, BS)

ð Major has to be declared with Phoenix College Advisement as the plan being an Associate in Science degree or Transfer to Bachelor Degree Program

ð Note that the following are examples of ineligible majors: Bioengineering , Engineering, Allied Health, Medical Lab Science Nursing, Pharmacy, Pre Med, Dental Hygiene, Forensic Pathology , Health Info Administration and Math Secondary Ed

ð Questions regarding declaring major should be addressed with Dijana Music, S-STEM Student Support Coordinator

· Applicants must be full time students at Phoenix College – 12 or more credit hours at Phoenix College

· Applicants must have an overall grade point average of 2.0 or higher.

· Applicants must meet the prerequisite for MAT150, 151 or 152 (satisfactory score on District Placement Exam OR completion of MAT120, 121 or 122 with a “C” or better)

ð Provide print out of satisfactory placement exam from Phoenix College Testing Center with application OR transcript showing course completion

· Applicants must complete the 2012-2013 FAFSA (www.fafsa.ed.gov) - please include the FAFSA PDF confirmation page only (1-2 sheet document)

· Applicants must be willing to participate in either an internship or an alternative cohort experience (to be approved by the Program Director) that reflects their academic goals.

Desired Applicant Qualifications (optional):

· Volunteer, work or internship experience relevant to your field of study.

· A strong course background in Mathematics and Science.

· Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Recipient Benefits:

· Scholarship recipients will work with a Faculty Mentor in their subject area.

· Scholarship recipients may have the opportunity to complete a paid internship working closely with scientists to design and complete a research project (separate application) - hourly rate starts at $9.25.

Required Documents:

· Completed application form

· Faculty Recommendation (indicate Faculty on the form, we will contact them directly)

· Official transcripts

· District Mathematics Placement Exam results (if transcripts do not demonstrate MAT151 eligibility)

· Copy of current FAFSA

ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS ARE DUE: 11/30/2012

ADDITIONAL INFO:

ð It is your responsibility to follow up with the faculty member and confirm with Student Support Coordinator via email that recommendation was submitted on time.

ð Please type up your application. Note that handwritten applications will not be accepted.

Information updated 11/20/2012 2:46 PM