Lamar State College - Orange

Scholarships

	Com-STEM Student Scholarships
	Who is eligible?
	What programs at LSCO are considered STEM disciplines?
	What are the criteria for application?
	How do I apply?
	What is the selection process?
	What is the amount of the scholarship?
	List of students who received the LSCO Com-STEM Scholarship
	How do I get information about the Com-STEM Scholarship?

Com-STEM Student Scholarships

In conjunction with McNeese State University, Lamar State College – Orange is providing opportunities for students who are interested in degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).  This includes articulations to baccalaureate degrees at McNeese State University.

The possibilities are endless for those who are interested in any of the STEM disciplines.  Students who earn degrees in any of these disciplines can enter multiple career fields and earn very high salaries.

The Com-STEM scholarship is intended to encourage students to enter, remain, and graduate from one of the STEM disciplines. 

If you have an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics, you should consider applying for a STEM Scholarship.

Who is eligible?

Any student whether he or she is a recent high school graduate, a current college student, a graduated student who wishes to look at a new career, or an individual who is thinking about returning to school and who has a sincere interest in one of the STEM disciplines, is eligible to become a Com-STEM student and apply for a Com-STEM Scholarship.

Part-time (registered for a minimum of 6 credits) and Full-time (registered for a minimum of 12 credits) students are eligible.

What programs at LSCO are considered STEM disciplines?

Computer Science (AS), Process Technology (C). Medical Laboratory Technology Program (AAS), and Natural Science (AS).

What are the criteria for application?

• Interest in a STEM discipline.
• Willingness to commit to a STEM discipline and work toward a degree in that discipline.
• Application Completely Filled out and received by Lamar State College – Orange by the due date noted on the application form. CLICK HERE to download the scholarship application form.
• Most current high school and/or college transcripts attached to application.
• Two (2) letters of support from current instructors or business/industry leaders who can speak to commitment, interest, and aptitude for a STEM discipline attached to application. CLICK HERE to download the letter of support.
• An 200 word essay describing interest, commitment, and goals related to the STEM discipline attached to application.
• Enrollment in or registration for a course required in a STEM discipline degree plan.

How do I apply?

To apply for the STEM Scholarship a student should fill out an application and provide the required documents as listed on the application form. 

What is the selection process?

All complete applications that are received on or before the due date will be reviewed by a selection committee.  Applications will be ranked based on a combined score from student’s GPA, verification of commitment to STEM discipline, letters of support, and essay. High school seniors graduating in the spring will be notified of selection prior to graduation. Incomplete Scholarship Packets, or a Packets -received after the deadline WILL NOT be reviewed.

What is the amount of the scholarship?

The selection committee will determine the amount of the scholarship awarded based on the number of scholarship recipients and the amount of funding available.