The prize and scholarship application period:
Our application submission period is open from SEPTEMBER 1 – DECEMBER 31st.
Scholarship and prize recipients will be notified on (or around) March 14th - NATIONAL PI DAY! Scholarships and prizes are awarded by April 30th.
Eligibility:
PRIZE Applications:
Eligible participants for STEM prizes are between age 6 and High School Juniors.
All prize applicants must share their personal story of why they love STEM and what STEM means to them. Let us know your favorite STEM stories, subjects or projects that you've learned from in school. Part 1 and 2 only.
SCHOLARSHIP Applications:
Eligible participants for our STEM Scholarships are graduating seniors in high school, with plans to pursue a STEM related major/minor in college. All scholarship applicants must share their personal story of how they work to support under-served and under-represented young people in STEM, plus why they are interested in pursuing STEM in college. Part 1, 2 and 3 are required.
How to apply:
To be considered for a prize or scholarship, please send us the information and essay requirements below.
WeAreSTEMgirls.com Prize and Scholarship Application information: (Part 1)
Please send us the following
1. Name
2. Age
3. Mailing Address
4. Email Contact
5. Telephone Contact
Application questions. Share your experiences with us. (Part 2)
Please send us the following information: Three short answers would be great!
1. Which part(s) of STEM do you focus on most? (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics).
2. Explain how you got involved in STEM.
3. What do you love about science, technology, engineering or math.
Application Essay. Only for scholarship application. (Part 3)
1. Explain how you help "pay-it-forward" and support girls and other under-served or under-represented people in STEM.
