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.