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Become an AchorSTEM Scholar

At AnchorSTEM, we identify driven high school students and support their STEM aspirations through mentorship and enriching programs. We equip these future leaders with the resources they need to succeed, nurturing and celebrating their potential at every stage of their journey.

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Invitation to Apply

The AnchorSTEM Scholar Program at the University of San Diego invites you to thrive in a supportive, community-driven environment. Join a cohort committed to academic excellence, personal growth, and making a meaningful impact in STEM.

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Scholarship Benefits

As an AnchorSTEM Scholar, you’ll receive:

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  • Scholarship Funding up to full demonstrated federal need (as determined by FAFSA) renewable up to 4 years 

  • Networking opportunities to meet professionals in your field 

  • Summer Research and Internship experiences to grow professionally 

  • Community Building Events with faculty and scholars 

  • Close-Mentorship from faculty experts in your field

  • STEM Enrichment Classes for personal and academic growth  

  • Conference opportunities to travel, network, and represent AnchorSTEM

  • Summer Enrichment Programming to build community with fellow scholars 

Qualifications and Award Criteria 

An applicant must satisfy the following in order to be considered:

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  • Be accepted as an incoming first-year and full-time USD student in Fall 2025

  • Available to engage in the summer 2025 experience (AnchorSTEM orientation, training, and research opportunities) at USD.

  • Demonstrate financial need by completing and submitting the FAFSA application.

  • Major in a STEM field

    • Mathematics, Industrial & Systems Engineering, Integrated Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Biophysics, Biology, Environmental and Ocean Sciences, Science, Computer Science, or Behavioral Neuroscience.

Application Timeline 

Submit a USD admissions application​ 

​Complete the AnchorSTEM Scholarship Application

Submit a reference from a community organization mentor, counselor, etc.​

Submit a FAFSA application

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