National Science Foundation: Laboratory-based Biology and/or Chemistry Scholarship

Amount: Multiple awards in varying amounts up to $10,000
Deadline: February 1

Offered to new or currently enrolled students attending full time who intend to obtain a Bachelor of Science degree with a concentration in laboratory-based biology and/or chemistry, and who intend to pursue a career in either or both of these fields. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and academic potential. The award is renewable and is dependent upon satisfactory completion of Evergreen academic work.

Note: Recipients will be required to participate in biweekly career and science seminars with other recipients. Participation in the seminar should foster a sense of community, provide a support network that will develop an awareness of career opportunities and lead to continued academic success. Undergraduate research and internship opportunities will also be possible, along with funded travel to biology and chemistry conferences.

Requirements

• A letter of application with your name, address, student identification number, email address and the specific name of this scholarship. Your letter should address the following:
  
  • Your past academic achievements and extracurricular involvement
  • How biology and/or chemistry relate to your long-term educational and career goals.
  • How this scholarship will help you achieve your goals at Evergreen.
• Two letters of recommendation from recent faculty members or high school teachers who are familiar with your academic achievements and potential. At least one of these letters should be from a science faculty member.
• New students must submit transcripts from each college they have previously attended (see Steps to Take #3A & B). These are in addition to ones submitted for admission.
• Current Evergreen students must submit copies of Evergreen evaluations (see Steps to Take #3C) or letters from program faculty specifically addressing academic achievement. The letters from faculty will not substitute for letters of recommendation if used to replace evaluations.
• FAFSA or Renewal Application (see Steps to Take #4)