$80,000 Marie Curie Scholarship
Pursue Your Passion in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics or Human Biology
With the support of the National Science Foundation, College of Saint Mary offers a unique and competitive program for academically talented students who excel in STEM. Our Marie Curie Scholarship provides significant financial support and resources for young women who want to major in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Human Biology (non-Pre-PA majors).
You could receive up to $20,000 toward your College of Saint Mary education each year while you live on campus and continue to meet program requirements. That is up to $80,000 for a four-year degree! Marie Curie Scholars receive academic support from tutors, gain research opportunities, enjoy a community of bright, science and math-minded women, and participate in seminars and student clubs.
Benefits of this program:
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Cover the majority of your tuition each year toward your undergraduate degree
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Welcome you into a STEM student community
- Help you develop friendships even before classes begin
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Explore Science and Math careers
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Network with industry partners
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Paid travel to attend conferences
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Build professional skills
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Paid research and internship experiences
Eligibility Requirements:
- Accepted into College of Saint Mary
- Student must declare a STEM major in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Human Biology (non-Pre-PA).
- Complete the Marie Curie application with your admission counselor
- Must be a U.S. citizen
Suggested Guidelines:
- GPA of 3.0 or above
- Open to learning about in-demand STEM careers
- Demonstrate interest in STEM through completion of advanced courses, STEM clubs, STEM camps, etc.
Application Process
Before starting your application form, we recommend having your final essay completed and ready to upload within the application. Also, please file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.gov. College of Saint Mary's federal school code is 002540.
1. Complete Application Form
Enter the same Username and Password that you used to apply to College of Saint Mary. Can't remember your log-in or have questions/issues with logging in? Email Salesforce [at] joe-yan.net or call/text 402-399-2355.
2. Submit Essay (within application)
Please describe specific academic or personal events over the past four years that have influenced your interest and motivation to seek a degree in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) and refer to your anticipated graduate school or career path. Additionally, explain what your greatest needs are as a learner and how a residential peer-based learning experience might help you connect to coursework, student research and co-curricular activities. (Preferred format: Times New Roman Font, Size 12, Double Spaced and minimum of 500 words.)
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3. Personal Interview
Once we have received all of this information, you may be asked to participate in an in-person or phone interview by 赌球平台推荐台's Director of the Marie Curie Scholars Program. When your application is complete, your admissions counselor will schedule this interview if required.
