Admission to the SCC Science Scholars program is competitive. Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of:
- The completed SCC Science Scholars Application, including personal statement.
- Incoming GPA of at least 3.0 in science classes as verified by unofficial transcripts.
- Two professional recommendations that indicate potential for success in a college science degree.
- Extracurricular, professional, or volunteer experience related to scientific pursuits.
- Financial need, as verified by a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Financial Aid Award Letter.
- Please note that applicants must be a citizen of the United States, National of the United States (as defined in Section 101 (a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act), alien admitted as refugee under Section 207 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, or an alien lawfully admitted to the United States for permanent residence.
Applicants that are offered entrance to the program will be required to:
- Apply and be admitted to Spokane Community College.
- Apply and qualify for financial aid as determined by a FAFSA/aid eligibility letter.
- Place into Math 91 (Intermediate Algebra) or higher on a college placement exam.
- Sign an agreement acknowledging that scholars must:
- Attend a scholar’s field experience prior to the start of fall quarter classes. The experience is tentatively scheduled for September 18 & 19, 2019.
- Remain in good standing with the SCC Science Scholars program each quarter to continue receiving their scholarship award.
To maintain good standing in the program, admitted students must:
- Maintain a SCC cumulative GPA of 2.8.
- Be enrolled full-time (typically 15 credits) each quarter in pursuit of a two-year academic transfer degree related to the fields above.
- Participate in all program-related activities. These activities will vary depending on the quarter but are anticipated to include:
- Registration in Guidance 102 course during first quarter and a scientific seminar class during third or fourth quarter.
- Attendance at monthly group meetings.
- Participation in advising and mentoring provided by faculty and peers.
- Occasional field trips and outreach events.
In the event that a student does not meet these requirements the student may appeal for one quarter of probation. If the appeal is denied or probationary terms are not met the student will no longer be eligible to participate in the SCC Science Scholars program, and will no longer receive scholarship money. Students remaining in good standing will receive scholarship money for 6 consecutive quarters (excluding summer) with support for additional quarters granted on a case-by-case basis.
We are currently accepting applications for Fall 2019 but space is limited, so apply today!
Questions? Need more information? Email: ScienceScholars@scc.spokane.edu
- Complete application form including personal statement. Instructions for the personal statement and an upload link are included in the application form.
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Financial aid eligibility will be verified prior to admission to the program. A financial aid award letter is not required for application. Complete the FAFSA
- Transcripts from all schools you have attended in the last four years. Unofficial transcripts may be submitted for purposes of this application, but official transcripts will be required for admission. Transcripts may be uploaded using the link in the application form, or mailed to the address below.
- Two Recommendations. Provide the following recommendation form to two references that are familiar with your abilities. At least one reference must be from a science teacher, science instructor, or other science educator familiar with your academic abilities.
- Personal Statement. Please write a statement or essay explaining why you would like to be admitted to the SCC Science Scholars program and what makes you a unique and qualified candidate. Be specific. Some topics that you may choose to address are below; these are only suggestions and you need not cover all of them.
- Describe experiences you have had in school or science that impacted your decision to pursue a science degree.Describe challenges you have overcome in pursuing your educational goals.
- Detail which scientific areas or careers interest you and why.
Your personal statement should be typed and no more than 400-600 words. Please ensure your name is at the top of your statement, then upload it as a .pdf in the application form.
Mailing Address:
SCC Science Scholars ℅ Jaye Hopkins
Spokane Community College, MS 2070
1810 N Greene Street
Spokane, WA 99217