SPC welcomes new NSF STEM scholars

STEM scholars
Biology, Science, STEM scholarships

St. Petersburg College, through funding provided by the National Science Foundation, provides scholarships for individuals pursuing a degree in fields related to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).  We are pleased to announce the new scholars for the Spring 2016 term: Jonathan Gibbs, Dominic Grchan, Mirsaid Khusaynov, Keegan McQuillan, Tammy Tran, Taylor Wood (in photo), and Jorge Mejia, Terri-Ann Smith, Jonathan Korah (not pictured).

Since the inception of this scholarship program in the Spring term of 2015, a total of 32 students have been awarded scholarships. New scholars are selected each fall and spring term and are provided with a three-term scholarship totaling $6,500, support through mentoring, and STEM-related activities and internships.

How to apply

If you are or are planning on pursuing a degree in a STEM field, apply for this Tampa Bay SEEDS in STEM scholarship! Applications for the Fall 2016 semester will be accepted later this spring through the SPC Foundation Website.

To be eligible, you must:

  • Be enrolled full-time in a degree or sub-plan related to:
    • Biological or natural sciences (other than medicine and clinical fields such as Medical or Dental school, etc.)
    • Physical sciences (physics, chemistry, astronomy and materials science)
    • Math
    • Computer science and information technology
    • Engineering or engineering technology
    • Environmental science technology
  • Be a U.S. citizen, national or alien admitted as a refugee
  • Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
  • Be in financial need as defined by the FAFSA
  • Have a minimum GPA at least 2.5
  • Successfully complete College Algebra (MAC 1105) and one STEM course

Once the Foundation application period for Fall 2016 scholarships opens, applicants will need to complete the SPC Foundation general scholarship application, which includes two letters of recommendation.  Applicants for the NSF scholarship will also complete a 500-word essay, an interview and submit their My Learning Plan that reflects a commitment to studying STEM.