Apply to G-STEM

G-STEM applications are accepted for three application periods: Summer, fall and spring. Deadlines may vary.

Eligibility Requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen

Meet or exceed minimal GPA requirement (3.0)

Be a full-time Spelman student with a minimum of two semesters of college credits (Sophomore or Junior standing). Seniors are not eligible for application to the G-STEM program

Major in a STEM discipline: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Dual-Degree Engineering or Environmental Science and Studies

Able to communicate in the language of the country of travel

Proof of U.S. passport and necessary visa(s) to travel

Meet with G-STEM program manager to determine eligibility to receive a G-STEM Preliminary Application for review and approval by the student’s department chair

Application Process:

Admission into the G-STEM Program as a G-STEM Scholar is a competitive process. Students must demonstrate maturity and the ability to complete the following steps for consideration:

Visit the G-STEM office in Science Center 342, and meet with the G-STEM Program Manager to determine eligibility into the G-STEM Program

Students considered qualified for the G-STEM Program will be given access to the online G-STEM Preliminary Application for review by their department chair

Receipt of the G-STEM Preliminary Application with the Department Chair’s authorization allows the applicant to receive a G-STEM program application

Only students whose G-STEM Preliminary Application has been approved by their department chair will receive access to the online G-STEM Program Application

Submit the following information via the online G-STEM Application by the program deadline:

G-STEM program application
Statement of purpose
Two letters of recommendation from a science faculty
Copy of college transcript
Copy of CV or resume
Proof of U.S. passport

Incomplete and late applications WILL NOT be considered The G-STEM Internal Advisory Committee makes the final determination on student admission into the G-STEM Program as a G-STEM Scholar, and their decision is communicated to the applicant via e-mail.