Admission Information
We invite you to apply to the National Science Foundation-funded ASCEND (Assuring STEM Credential Expansion through Nurturing Diversity) Scholars Program. ASCEND is designed to support incoming freshmen in STEM majors: biological sciences, chemistry, earth and environmental sciences, engineering, mathematics, physics, and psychology.
Program EligibilityAccepted to UIC Participate in the five week summer component Register for fall courses at UIC Major in a STEM discipline |
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Program BenefitsSharpen students' math skills Gain hands-on scientific research experience Learn how to effectively study in college Meet new friends and have fun! |
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Program Stipend
Students who fully participate in ASCEND receive a stipend for $400 for attending the five week summer component and an additional $100 for completing the fall semester seminar. Research stipends are available to those who participate in the ASCEND research experience.
*Acceptance to the ASCEND Scholars Program is contingent on a signed letter of intent, however, students may apply to ASCEND once accepted to UIC.
If you have additional questions about the program, please contact the ASCEND office at 312-413-8497. Thank you for your consideration.
