Overview
What is the STEM Student Support Services (STEM3S) Program? STEM3S is a program designed to help STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) students achieve success at Santa Fe College. STEM3S Scholars have a designated academic coach who will assist you in navigating the different aspects of college life such as academic inquiries, applying for financial aid, free tutoring, personal mentoring, transfer assistance or connecting you with adequate resources. The STEM3S program is tailored to meet the needs of students pursuing specific STEM fields. To be eligible students must be enrolled in one of the relevant majors noted below and meet the general eligibility requirements.
Eligibility Requirements for STEM3S
- Be a citizen or national of the United States or meet the residency requirements for Federal student financial assistance.
- Be enrolled at Santa Fe College or accepted for enrollment for the next term.
- Attend a mandatory orientation at the beginning of the term.
- Not have received a degree (A.A./A.S. or higher).
Meet one or more of the following criteria
- Income Eligible As established by the Federal TRIO Programs current guidelines.
- Registered With the Disabilities Resource Center Students with a physical or learning disability.
- First-Generation College Student Neither parent earned a four-year college degree.
- Evidence of Need for Academic Support to Pursue Post-Secondary Education Program Successfully Determined during application review.
And be enrolled in one of the following programs
The STEM3S program is tailored to meet the needs of students pursuing STEM programs. To be eligible students must be enrolled in one of the following majors and meet requirements above.
A.A. Programs
- Animal Sciences
- Biological Sciences
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Exploring Health Programs
- Exploring Science
- Health Sciences
- Microbiology & Cell Science
- Nursing
- Zoology
A.S. Programs
- Biotechnology Laboratory Technology
- Cardiovascular Technology
- Chemical Technology
- Dental Hygiene
- Dental Hygiene Bridge
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Nuclear Medicine Technology
- Nursing
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Radiography
- Respiratory Care
Apply
Complete the STEM3S Program Application
About Student Support Services Program
These services are provided at no cost to the students in an effort to ensure a successful post-secondary experience. This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Education.