Robert Noyce Scholarships and Stipends

at San Diego State University

for future grade 7-12

Mathematics & Science Teachers

 

 

 

Supported by National Science Foundation

Division of Undergraduate Education – Grant 0434150

 

 

Noyce Scholarship and Stipend Information

 

The Robert Noyce Scholarship Program at San Diego State University (SDSU) Center for Research in Mathematics and Science Education (CRMSE) is currently accepting applications for undergraduate senior-year Scholarships and graduate credential program Stipends. If you have a Bachelor’s degree or more in biology, chemistry, geosciences, mathematics or physics and a strong desire for an interesting, challenging, rewarding career, Apply Now!

 

Individuals of all races and ethnic backgrounds who are in need of financial aid are strongly encouraged to apply.

 

The Noyce Scholarship program offers a $5,000 per semester Scholarship for support of SDSU biology, chemistry, geosciences, mathematics and physics majors in their senior year who plan to enroll in the SDSU single-subject teaching credential program and subsequently teach in Sweetwater Union High School District or the City Heights Educational Collaborative.

 

The Noyce Stipend program offers a $5,000 per semester Stipend for individuals who have earned a Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, geosciences, mathematics or physics and who are interested in a career in teaching. These individuals may also have advanced degrees and/or other workplace experience. To be eligible for a Noyce stipend, individuals must enroll in the SDSU single-subject teaching credential program and subsequently teach in Sweetwater Union High School District or the City Heights Educational Collaborative.

 

Robert Noyce Scholarship and Stipend Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of the following:

·         Application Form

·         Academic Performance in biology, chemistry, geosciences, mathematics or physics, based on evaluation of transcripts and other available information

·         Personal Accomplishments as presented in your resume and interview

·         1 – 2 page Statement of Interest

·         Financial need as established with an SDSU Student Aid Report

·         Letters of recommendation from two individuals who can vouch for your work ethic and performance

·         Personal Interview (required for finalists)

·         Draft schedule for completing the School of Teacher Education admission requirements (required for finalists)

 

Also desirable - evidence of:

·         Experience and success in working with K-12 students

·         Community service projects

·         Strong performance in a mathematics or science-related field (TA, GA, or career)

·         Independent study (e.g., a thesis or project report) or independent assignment (e.g., Peace Corp)

 

Eligibility: Robert Noyce Scholarship and Stipend Recipients Must Be:

·         Majoring in, or have majored in, biology, chemistry, geosciences, mathematics or physics,

·         U.S. citizens or nationals, or permanent resident aliens,   

·         In financial need as determined by the SDSU Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships (OFAS), 

 

Conditions: Robert Noyce Scholarship and Stipend Recipients Must:

·         Enroll at San Diego State University,

·         Pursue a single subject teaching credential in mathematics or science,

·         Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above,

·         Attend SDSU full time and continuously,

·         Teach in a high-need school in Sweetwater Union High School District or the City Heights Educational Collaborative for twice as long as the time of support received from Noyce,

·         Participate in activities associated with the Noyce Program (3 meetings per semester), and

·         Submit career information annually to Noyce Project staff until all requirements of the scholarship program are met.

 

APPLY NOW!

 

Obtain a Robert Noyce Scholarship Program Application Form

 

Questions? Contact

 

Judith Leggett

Center for Research in Math & Science Education

6475 Alvarado Road, Ste. 206

San Diego, CA 92120-5013

Fax: (619) 594-1581

E-mail: jleggett@sciences.sdsu.edu

 

 

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