Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM) are funded through a National Science Foundation grant designed to increase the number of students pursuing degrees in STEM fields. At WSC, this project is designed to grow participation in the STEM majors of biology, chemistry, and math. Over the next three years, the project aims to bring in up to six students each year. Chosen participants will be academically talented and have low-income backgrounds.
Students receiving the science and math scholarships will be guided by faculty mentors through independent research projects beginning their first year and supported academically by a team of advisors, supplemental instructors, and peer tutors. Students will also receive a research and travel stipend to help them attend regional conferences, network with fellow mathematicians and scientists, and present their research. Students will live in the residence halls for their first two years alongside other S-STEM scholars where they will support each other and develop leadership and professional skills.
S-STEM program benefits
- Up to $10,000 scholarship (annual to cover unmet need)
- Begin research in first-year alongside faculty mentor
- Attend regional science conferences annually
- Laptop issued to each student to assist in research and coursework
- Supplemental instruction and peer tutoring
- Career assessment and counseling through WSC’s Career Services Office
- “Succeeding in the Sciences Week” set a solid foundation for success the week before the first year in college
- Opportunity to join a Living Learning Community with other program participants
- Live in halls for two years alongside other S-STEM scholars
S-STEM program eligibility
- Students majoring in biology, conservation biology, chemistry, fermentation science, forensic sciences, or math (applied math or pure math) (does NOT include health care or education majors, affiliate programs, or transfer students)
- Must have a high school GPA of at least 3.0
- Must be eligible for a Pell grant
Apply for the S-STEM scholarships program
Students should apply through Wayne State College's scholarship portal. Priority deadline is Dec. 1.
For questions or more information about the S-STEM scholarships program, please contact Dr. Danielle Peekenschneider.