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FA19 NSF Scholarship Program Application

This is the Online Application for the Cañada College National Science Foundation Scholarship program for 2019-20.  This is a competitive need-based and merit-based scholarship open to current Cañada College students who are eligible for Calculus I or above.  Please note that meeting the minimum criteria does not guarantee a scholarship. For the 2019-20 academic year, a total of $100,000 will be awarded, up to $5,000 each for students who have completed pre-calculus, or are within one year of transferring to a four-year institution. For more details see: http://www.canadacollege.edu/NSFscholar




Citizenship Status:
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Note: Must be citizens of the United States, nationals of the United States, aliens admitted as refugees under section 207 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, or aliens lawfully admitted to the United States for permanent residence

Have you submitted your FAFSA and included Cañada’s school code (006973)?
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Note: You must demonstrate financial need for the 2019-2020 aid year as defined by the US Department of Education rules for need-based Federal financial aid. The 2019-2020 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be filed, see: www.fafsa.ed.gov.

Have you received a Bachelor's Degree?
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Note: Must not have previously received a Bachelor's Degree in any field from any US or foreign institution.

What is your academic status at Cañada College as of Fall 2019?
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Note: Must enroll full-time (at least 12 units) at Cañada College in order to receive scholarship funds -- if you are currently taking fewer than 12 units we encourage you to apply and work with the STEM Center team to explore your options.

Are you currently enrolled in, or if not enrolled in a math class, were you placed into Calculus I (MATH 251) or higher?
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Note: Must be eligible to take Calculus I (Math 251), or higher, in Fall 2019.

Do you have a Grade Point Average of at least 2.7 in math, science and engineering courses, and 2.5 overall for continuing or returning students; Grade Point Average of at least 2.7 in high school math and science courses for incoming freshmen students.
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Note: Must have a Grade Point Average of at least 2.7 in math, science and engineering courses, and 2.5 overall for continuing or returning students; Grade Point Average of at least 2.7 in high school math and science courses for incoming freshmen students. In computing the Math, Science and Engineering GPA only courses in the following list should be included: Math, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Astronomy, Oceanography, Geology, and Environmental Science. Courses in Accounting, Business, MultiMedia, or CBOT should not be included.
(Here's the link to the GPA calculator: http://collegeofsanmateo.edu/transfer/gpa.asp)

Are you ready to upload your Personal Statement, High School or College Transcripts, and your current Student Educational Plan (SEP)?
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