Apply for the UNCF STEM Scholars Program 2024! Scholarships up to $25,000 for African American, Hispanic American, Asian Pacific Islander American, American Indian, and Alaskan Native high school seniors pursuing STEM degrees. Deadline: June 13, 2024.
I. Basic Information
- Scholarship award: Up to $25,000
- Deadline: Thursday, June 13, 2024, 11:59 pm EST / 8:59 pm PST
- Eligibility: High school seniors from African American, Hispanic American, Asian Pacific Islander American, American Indian, and Alaskan Native backgrounds
- Benefits: Tiered tuition scholarships, academic support, mentoring, career development
II. Programme Details
The UNCF STEM Scholars Program supports high-achieving high school seniors from underrepresented groups who plan to pursue STEM degrees. Annually, 100 scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate academic excellence and financial need.
III. Scholarship Requirements
How to Apply
- Complete the application form, including demographic information and leadership/community service records
- Submit all written essays
- Upload a one-minute video essay
- Arrange for a letter of recommendation from a high school STEM teacher or STEM program sponsor/mentor
- Ensure submission of all materials by the deadline
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V. Eligible Countries
- Nigeria (included among other eligible countries)
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Application Overview
The UNCF STEM Scholars Program is designed to support African American, Hispanic American, Asian Pacific Islander American, American Indian, and Alaskan Native high school students aspiring to earn STEM degrees and pursue STEM careers. It awards 100 annual scholarships and offers academic and career support.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be from one of the specified minority groups
- Be a U.S. citizen, legal permanent resident, or national
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on an unweighted 4.0 scale
- Have pursued rigorous high school coursework in math and science
- Demonstrate financial need
- Show commitment to pursuing a STEM major
- Complete application essays
- Submit a letter of recommendation via the UNCF portal
- Enroll as a first-time, full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university in fall 2024
Application Process
- Submit a letter of recommendation from a STEM teacher or program sponsor/mentor
- Complete all written and video essays
- Fill out the application form with demographic and leadership information
Application Tips
- Discuss plans with parents, counselors, and teachers
- Select recommenders thoughtfully
- Apply for federal student aid (FAFSA)
- Review your transcript for eligibility
- Use essays to convey your interests, goals, and experiences
Program Benefits
- Tiered tuition scholarships up to $25,000
- $2,500/year for freshmen and sophomores
- $5,000/year for juniors and seniors
- Additional $5,000 for a required fifth year
- Renewable scholarships based on maintaining a 3.0 GPA and full-time enrollment in an eligible STEM major
- $5,000 stipend for STEM-related projects/internships
- Academic support, mentoring, and online resources
- Participation in the STEM Scholars Summer Orientation and virtual programming
- Career development support through mentoring, training, and coaching
For questions or concerns, contact UNCF STEM Scholars Staff via email at STEM.Scholars@uncf.org.
