STEM Scholars Academy

The STEM Academy consists of a transitional summer academy, mentoring, research internships, faculty development, equipment upgrades, curricula redesign, guest lecture series, and infrastructure enhancement. At the STEM Scholars Academy level, the scholars are expected to perform and transition from college students to knowledgeable professionals within one of the STEM areas. While obtaining their education, STEM Scholars perform research projects that will further enhance their knowledge of their field of study.

Students studying the field of biology are prepared for careers in research, health sciences, and related fields.

Requirements to become HBCU-UP STEM Scholar:

• Must have a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Must have a composite ACT score of 19 or above
• Must complete all application requirements and forms to be submitted in the institution
• Must declare a STEM Major Students accepted in the HBCU UP STEM Scholars program are required to attend weekly meetings.

STEM Scholars will also receive a paid intern experience throughout the Fall and Spring semesters upon adhering to all of the requirements of the program and based on award funding.

For more information, contact:

Dr. Anissa Buckner
Chairperson/Professor
Department of Biology
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
1200 North University Drive
Pine Bluff, AR 71601
870-575-7113
bucknera@uapb.edu