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About The Iona University National Science Foundation S-STEM Scholarship
The Iona University National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM Scholarship Program is here to support your academic journey if you are a talented student with a passion for science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) but facing financial barriers to higher education. This prestigious scholarship provides full tuition coverage, allowing students to focus on their studies and future careers in STEM fields without financial stress.
The NSF S-STEM Program is designed to support high-achieving students who demonstrate financial need and are committed to pursuing a career in STEM. Funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), this initiative at Iona University provides scholarship recipients with a combination of financial aid, mentorship, and academic support throughout their undergraduate studies.
Iona University’s NSF S-STEM Program specifically targets graduating high school seniors who plan to major in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Computer Science. By removing financial barriers, this scholarship aims to nurture the next generation of scientists, researchers, and innovators.
Students selected for this scholarship will receive a combination of grants and scholarships that fully cover tuition and program fees. This ensures that financial constraints do not hinder their ability to pursue a STEM degree at Iona University.
Eligible Fields
The Iona University NSF S-STEM Scholarship supports students majoring in the following disciplines:
- Biology
- Biochemistry
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Computer Science
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or an eligible non-citizen.
- Commit to declaring a major in one of the targeted STEM fields in their freshman year.
- Demonstrate academic talent or potential, with a minimum high school math and science GPA of 80 out of 100 (including at least 3-4 years of math, such as Pre-calculus or Calculus, and at least 3 years of science, preferably continuing into senior year).
- Provide a personal statement outlining their motivation for studying STEM and their long-term career aspirations.
- Submit at least one letter of recommendation from a high school teacher, guidance counselor, coach, club sponsor, or employer.
- Demonstrate financial need by establishing eligibility for the Federal Pell Grant as determined by the Office of Student Financial Services at Iona University.
- Complete and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the specified deadline.
Selection Criteria
Applications will be reviewed and awarded based on the following:
- Academic performance, including GPA and coursework in math and science.
- Financial need, as determined by Pell Grant eligibility.
- Personal statement, demonstrating commitment to a STEM field and career aspirations.
- Letter of recommendation, which highlights the applicant’s potential for success in STEM.
Eligible Countries
This scholarship is open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and eligible non-citizens.
Benefits of the Iona University NSF S-STEM Scholarship
Selected students will receive full tuition coverage, ensuring that financial challenges do not impede their academic growth. Additional benefits include:
- Access to mentorship programs and academic support.
- Participation in STEM-focused cohort activities at Iona University.
- Annual scholarship renewal, provided students:
- Maintain financial eligibility and remain in a STEM major.
- Sustain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
- Engage in NSF S-STEM Scholar activities.
- File the FAFSA annually by the required deadline.
- A collaborative and supportive STEM community, offering networking opportunities with faculty, peers, and industry professionals.
How to Apply
The application process consists of three steps:
- Complete an undergraduate application to Iona University.
- File the FAFSA, listing Iona University (School Code: 002737).
- Submit the NSF S-STEM Scholarship application by April 15, 2025.
The application deadline for this scholarship is April 15, 2025.
Start Your Application Today!
Don’t miss this opportunity to secure full tuition funding for your STEM degree at Iona University. If you have a passion for science, technology, engineering, or mathematics and need financial assistance, apply today to become an Iona NSF S-STEM Scholar!
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