Summary
This project will contribute to the national need for well-educated scientists, mathematicians, engineers, and technicians by supporting the retention and graduation of high-achieving, low-income students with demonstrated financial need at Ursinus College. A total of 24 scholars pursuing bachelor of science degrees in Biology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, and Physics will receive scholarships averaging $14,500 for up to five years. Scholars will receive faculty mentoring and the project will build strong scholar cohorts through cross-disciplinary cohort act