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BIDDEFORD, Maine

Maine students eligible for NSF Stem scholarships to attend ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ

Academically talented students from Maine are eligible to receive scholarships to the ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ thanks to a $620,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support education and careers in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM).

The program was created to provide four-year scholarships to at least 12 Maine students majoring in STEM disciplines. 

Current high school juniors and seniors with demonstrated financial need are the focus of these scholarships. First-generation students and those from under-represented groups are also encouraged to apply

Scholarship Package

The $10,000 annual scholarship is awarded together with ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ merit scholarships and financial aid, providing a significant scholarship package to the recipients. However, "We're looking at the whole student, not just SAT scores," explained James Quinlan, Ph.D., assistant professor of mathematics.

It is ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ's hope that the unique hands-on learning opportunities at the University spark a passion for math and science. 

Leadership Activities

The SUCCESS scholars are engaged in ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ leadership activities from the moment they step on campus, such as: Trailblazers, ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ's leadership and community building program; the Summer Bridge Program, a one-week academic "boot camp";  faculty mentorship; internships; and career guidance.

SUCCESS scholars must maintain a 3.0 grade-point-average at UNE. "This is a highly collaborative program across the entire University, and we're committed to ensuring these students succeed," said Quinlan.

The scholarships were designed to be awarded in two cohorts – six each in the Class of 2018 and Class of 2019. All qualified students are encouraged to apply; the SUCCESS application includes an essay and personal interview.

Deadline

The deadline for the Class of 2019 is January 15, 2015. For more information, please contact the ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ Financial Aid Office at 207-602-2342 or .

About the ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ

The ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ is Maine’s largest independent university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of . In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to make a positive impact in a world full of challenges. The state’s top provider of health professionals, we are home to Maine’s only medical college, Maine’s only dental college, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care degree programs, as well as nationally recognized programs for marine science degrees, natural and social sciences degrees, arts and humanities degrees, and business degrees.