About
Westfield State University is a public university located in Westfield, Massachusetts, in the Pioneer Valley region just west of Springfield. The university's 256-acre campus offers over 100 majors and concentrations, 30+ graduate programs, and various certificate and professional development options. Recognized as a College of Distinction and ranked among the nation's 'Best Value Colleges and Universities,' Westfield State emphasizes accessible education with tuition 24% lower than the national average for public universities. The institution focuses on hands-on learning, strong student-teacher relationships, and career preparation through internships, research opportunities, and study abroad programs.
Funding Opportunities
RoadM.A.P. to Success S-STEM Scholarship Program
The RoadM.A.P. to Success S-STEM scholarship program at Westfield State University is funded by a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF). This program provides significant financial support to academically talented, low-income students pursuing STEM degrees while assisting in their retention and post-graduate success in STEM careers. The initiative takes a holistic approach that focuses on both academic achievement and student well-being. Starting in fall 2024, the program supports two cohorts of scholars in biology, chemistry, computer science, environmental science, and mathematics. Each scholar receives a renewable scholarship of up to $13,000 per year. Beyond financial aid, students benefit from the M.A.P. Program which emphasizes Mental Wellbeing through robust resources and support for emotional health, Academic Support including dynamic mentoring and free tutoring services, and Professional Development through career preparation, exclusive internship placements, and networking opportunities. The program's overall goal is to increase STEM degree completion of low-income and academically talented students and prepare them to pursue STEM careers or graduate schools, while promoting student mental wellbeing through cohort building and helping students develop the confidence and work-life balance skills needed for academic and professional success.
STEM-ACT Scholarship Program
STEM-ACT is a scholarship program that provides financial support for Westfield State University STEM (Biology, Chemistry, General Science, or Mathematics) secondary education students who are passionate about high-need school districts and advancing STEM education. Students selected as STEM-ACT Scholars become part of a community of practice that includes teacher candidates, teachers from high-need school districts, and WSU faculty. The program is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) Noyce Program, which addresses the need to prepare and retain highly effective mathematics and science teachers and teacher leaders in high-need school districts. STEM-ACT Scholars receive scholarship support of $12,000 per year for their junior and senior years, along with customized wrap-around advising, professional development, and mentoring. Scholars participate in close collaboration with high-need school districts and become part of a community committed to supporting STEM education in high-need districts. Additional benefits include opportunities to attend local, regional, and national conferences, as well as testing support. Recipients must commit to serve as full-time STEM teachers in a high-need school district anywhere in the United States for two years for each full year of scholarship received, to be fulfilled within eight years after completing their STEM baccalaureate program. The program emphasizes culturally sustaining practices, social justice, and education to help increase retention of teachers in high-need districts.
At a Glance
- Total Funding Opportunities
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- Active Now
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- Source Domain
- westfield.ma.edu
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