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Northern Arizona University – Yuma Branch Campus
National Science Foundation SEEDS: Supporting Educational Endeavors
for Degrees in Science
The Northern Arizona University-Yuma Branch Campus has been awarded $600,000 from the
National Science Foundation for Scholarships for Science. This grant will support a cohort of
~15 students for two years. The first review of applications will be on April 10th, 2015 and
continuing until all slots have been filled for the cohort, which will begin Fall 2015. Scholarships
will be awarded (based upon need) for up to $10,000 per year. Students can renew the
scholarships for a second year based on satisfactory progress and continued funding. In addition,
funding is based on nine months of full-time academic enrollment and all participants will be
strongly encouraged to participate in summer internships or jobs and earn additional valuable
experience and resources.
Students will be selected for scholarships through a competitive application process. A rigorous
plan of study will be developed for all students. Participants will attend cohort classes full-time
for two years, receiving extra support through a learning community. Beyond the classroom,
cohorts will participate in natural history field trips, scientific meetings, job fairs, internships,
and research-related activities.
Eligible students will have a declared major in Biological Sciences or Environmental Science,
demonstrate academic talent and financial need, and are U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Those underrepresented in science (women, disabled, Latino, African American, Native
American, Pacific Islander) are especially encouraged to apply. In addition, students will need to
have successfully completed very specific courses described in the application.
For additional information, contact Dr. Francisco Villa at [email protected] or (928) 3177080.
Completed applications must be received by 12:00pm on April 10th, 2015. Mail or deliver to:
Dr. Francisco Villa
NAU Science Research Facility Room 113
2020 S. Avenue 8E
PO Box 6236
Yuma AZ 85366-6236
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APPLICATION MATERIALS
1. Complete Personal Information
2. Complete Education Background Information
3. Complete Financial Aid Information and Submit FAFSA
4. Contact Information for References
5. Personal Statement
6. Resume
7. Unofficial Transcripts from all schools attended
8. Be Available for an Interview – if a finalist*
*If you are selected as a finalist, you will be asked to attend an interview with the selection
committee. If you are applying from out of town, this interview may occur via the telephone.
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Application Form
Northern Arizona University – Yuma Branch Campus
National Science Foundation – SEEDS: Supporting Educational Endeavors for Degrees in
Science
1. Personal Information:
Name: First _______________________ Last _______________________________ MI ____
Address: ______________________________________________________________________
City__________________________________________ State ___________ Zip ____________
Telephone Number: (_________)___________________________________________________
Email: ________________________________________________________________________
Citizenship (to qualify you must be able to answer yes to one of the following):
Are you a U.S. Citizen?
___Yes
___ No
If no, check only the following which applies to you:
Permanent U.S. Resident?
___ Yes
___ No
Refugee under Section 207?
___ Yes
___ No
Alien lawfully admitted to the U.S. for permanent residence?
___ Yes
___ No
Please mark the answer that best applies to you: The following demographic questions are for
reporting purposes to the NSF only to determine if an applicant is from a recognized
underrepresented group in science and will not be used as a criteria to evaluate scholarship
eligibility.
Date of Birth:______/______/___________
Gender:
_____ Male
_____Female
Ethnicity (choose one):
_____ Hispanic or Latino
_____ Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
_____ Asian
_____ American Indian or Alaska Native
_____ Black or African American
_____ White
_____ Other (specify): ________________________________
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2. Educational Background:
Intended course of study/major with NAU-Yuma (please circle one):
Biological Science
or
Environmental Science
Current College:_____________________________________ ID#: __________ GPA:_______
Current College:_____________________________________ ID#: __________ GPA:_______
If you have attended more than one college, list the name of each college and the GPA for each:
College:________________________________________ ID#: _________ GPA:_______
College:_________________________________________ ID#: _________ GPA:_______
College:__________________________________________ ID#: _________ GPA:_______
Have you completed any of the following courses? Check those completed and indicate grade.
If you are currently taking any of these courses merely note the grade as IP for in progress.
(Note: Only those courses indicated with * are required for the scholarship.)
Grade
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_____ *General Biology I (BIO 181/BIOL 180)
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_____ *General Biology II (BIO 182/BIOL 182)
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_____ *General Chemistry I (CHM 151/CHEM 200)
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_____ *General Chemistry II (CHM 152/CHEM 202)
______
_____ Pre-Calculus (MAT 187/MATH 190)
______
_____ Calculus I (MAT 220/MATH 192)
______
_____ Applied Statistics (MAT 270/MATH 119)
______
_____ *Freshman Composition (ENG 101/ENGL 110)
______
_____ *Freshman Composition (ENG 102/ENGL 201)
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_____ College Physics I (PHY 111/PHYS 200)
______
_____ College Physics II (PHY 112/PHYS 202)
______
Please list other relevant science courses you have completed with the grade received:
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Have you completed the Arizona AGEC or California IGETC? If yes, please check.
_____ Arizona AGEC
or
_____ California IGETC
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3. Financial Aid Information:
Have you completed the 2015-2016 FAFSA?
___Yes
___ No
In addition to completing this application, a completed 2015-2016 Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA) must be submitted to NAU (School Code- 001082) for consideration of
need based aid. The FAFSA is available online at: http://fafsa.ed.gov.
Check Yes or No to each of the questions below. These will not qualify or disqualify you from
receiving the scholarship, but will be needed to calculate your award.
Do you receive any Military education benefits?
___Yes
___ No
Do you receive any Tribal scholarships or funding?
___Yes
___ No
Contact the NAU-Yuma Financial Aid Coordinator, Cassi Strain at [email protected] or
(928) 317-6437 if you have any questions or for further information.
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4. Academic References:
Please provide the Names, Addresses, Phone Numbers and Email Addresses for two academic
references that will be contacted if you are selected as a finalist.
First Reference
Name: _______________________________________________________________________
Address: ______________________________________________________________________
City__________________________________________ State ___________ Zip ____________
Telephone Number: (_________)___________________________________________________
Email: ________________________________________________________________________
Second Reference
Name: _______________________________________________________________________
Address: ______________________________________________________________________
City__________________________________________ State ___________ Zip ____________
Telephone Number: (_________)___________________________________________________
Email: ________________________________________________________________________
5. Personal Statement:
Write a 1-2 page personal statement addressing your interest in science. Include in your
description how you would benefit academically and professionally from participation in this
program. Please include any personal attributes, skills, or scientific strengths you feel will
contribute to your success in this program.
6. Resume:
In addition to the Personal Statement, please attach a current resume.
7. Unofficial Transcripts:
Attach unofficial transcripts from all current and previous colleges or universities. Official
transcripts will be required once selected into the program.
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