Science Technology Engineering
& Math Scholarship (S-STEM)
S-STEM SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION & GUIDELINES
PURPOSE
This scholarship is intended to develop Native American environmental scientists at Northwest Indian College
through the pursuit of the Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in Native Environmental Science or the
Bachelor of Science Degree in Native Environmental Science (including the four-year and transfer alternatives
in both program options). It also may be awarded to students pursuing the Associate of Science - Transfer
Degree in Life Sciences who may be interested in pursuing careers in marine biology, health sciences, natural
resources or other science-based fields. The amount of the award may vary depending upon the number of
successful applicants selected to receive this scholarship.
ELIGIBILITY
Recipients of this scholarship must …
1. Be citizens of the United States, Nationals of the United States (as defined in Section 101 (a) of the
Immigration and Nationality Act), aliens admitted as refugees under Section 207 of the Immigration and
Nationality Act, or aliens lawfully admitted to the United States for permanent residence;
2. Be enrolled full-time in college-level courses that contribute toward fulfilling requirements for a science
degree at Northwest Indian College, either the A.A.S. in Native Environmental Science, the B.S. in
Native Environmental Science or the A.S.T. in Life Sciences. Enrollment must be full-time for each
quarter a student receives a scholarship;
3. Demonstrate academic potential or ability; and
4. Demonstrate financial need, defined for undergraduate students by the U.S. Department of Education
rules for need-based Federal financial aid.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must …
1) Submit high school transcripts or college transcripts where applicable. Incoming freshmen must submit
high school transcripts indicating a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. Students who have completed at least
one quarter of college work must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 for college work completed.
NWIC students may submit unofficial transcripts.
2) Submit an original 500-word essay of academic and/or professional goals.
3) Submit two (2) letters of recommendation that …
a) Are from non-related persons who indicate their relationship to you and who provide information
regarding details of your academic and professional background and goals, as well as your personal
and character attributes,
b) Include complete return addresses and other contact information where appropriate for each referee
(author), and
c) Are signed by the referees.
4) Be enrolled for and complete a minimum of 12 credits each quarter and maintain a cumulative GPA of
3.0 to maintain eligibility.
5) Submit complete applications (including the last page of this document) to the Financial Aid Office
of Northwest Indian College by the SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 5:00 pm on May 15, 2015.
IF YOU NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT
Brian D. Compton, Ph.D.
Science Department, Northwest Indian College, 2522 Kwina Road, Bellingham, WA 98226
Office: Kwina Building #110
Tel.: 360-392-4321, Email: bcompton@nwic.edu
S-STEM Scholarship Application Spring 2015
p. 1
INSTRUCTIONS
Complete and submit this signed application form to the Northwest Indian College Financial Aid Office. An
application will not be considered until all requirements specified in the application are fulfilled. If additional
space is needed to respond to questions, please use a separate sheet of paper.
Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________
Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________
City/State: ______________________________________________, __________ ZIP: ___________________
Telephone: (_______) ____________________ Social Security #_____________________________________
High School ______________________________________ Dates ______________________GPA__________
Previous College(s) ________________________________ Dates ______________________ GPA _________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Current NWIC Program of Study _____________________________________________________________
If applicable, Intended Transfer Program of Study _______________________________________________
Expected Date(s) of Graduation _______________________________________________________________
Names and Contact Information for Two (2) Recommendation Letter Referees
1. _________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
2. _________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Certification: I hereby certify that all information provided herein is true and accurate. Further, I certify
that all awarded funds will be used for the purpose of pursuing study towards the above specified degree
programs in accordance with the terms of the Northwest Indian College S-STEM Scholarship program.
Signature: ___________________________________________________ Date: _________________________
S-STEM Scholarship Application Spring 2015
p. 2