Apply now for STEM scholarships
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (April 27, 2009) - Tallahassee Community College's STEM Program, an initiative within the College’s Division of Science and Mathematics, is currently accepting scholarship applications for the 2009-10 academic year.
The STEM Program is designed to increase Florida’s science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) work force by assisting academically talented but financially needy students earn their college degree in an associated field. The STEM Program also tutors and supports students through degree completion while partnering with employers to facilitate job placement.
A $2,500 annual scholarship is available to earn a two-year college degree in the STEM areas. A minimum 3.0 is required and financial need is determined by the U.S. Department of Education. Funded by the National Science Foundation, STEM scholarships also provide students with individual learning plans, mentoring, study groups and internship opportunities.
Students interested in the STEM Program can apply for scholarships online at www.tcc.fl.edu/scholarships.
For more information on the STEM Program, contact Wilbert Butler, Jr., by phone, (850) 201-8114, or email butlerw@tcc.fl.edu.





