Free Money for College at NPC!

That's right!  We can help you earn your bachelor’s degree.

Complete the first 2 years of your bachelor's degree at Northland Pioneer College
and then transfer to any of Arizona's state universities.

• If you are interested in studying SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING or MATHEMATICS, NPC is offering a STEM grant from the National Science Foundation that will cover your costs for the first two years of your bachelor’s degree!
• Receive $4,000 per academic year (fall and spring semesters) plus any other additional aid you may be eligible for!
• That's enough to cover all your tuition, books and more! You may even have money left over!
  
• Attend NPC and successfully complete courses in SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING or MATHEMATICS leading to an Associate of Science degree that transfers any Arizona state university.
• NPC will award 24 students per academic year who have demonstrated a strong aptitude in these fields.

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Other benefits you'll receive in this program:

• Experience a seamless transfer to a 4-year, AZ state university through NPC’s degree plan
• Job shadowing and Intern experiences
• Attend specialized subject area field trips and university field trips to explore professional fields
• Mentoring by program directors
• Working along side students that share your goals
• Tutors are available if you desire them
• Save thousands of dollars on your first two years of college. NPC costs are covered AND you would have spent at least $10,896 for your first two years at an Arizona state university! That's money or loans you'll save toward the last two years of your bachelor's degree.
• Earn a degree in a recession-proof career field

Requirements for application to the program:

1. Current high school seniors and recent graduates (less than 2 years) must have a high school science and math GPA of at least 3.0 (If you have been out of high school for more than 2 years, skip to question number 2)
2. A minimum of 3 separate letters of recommendation that address abilities in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics from the following people: 1. Science Teacher, 2. Math Teacher, 3. Counselor
   Please Note: If you are NOT a recent high school graduate, please provide a letter from: 1. your current employer, 2. two other professional references.
3. Fill out a FAFSA report at www.fafsa.ed.gov and identify all financial resources available to you including any PELL grants. Click here for instructions about how to fill out a FAFSA form.
4. Applicant must submit a 500-word essay describing his/her interest in science, technology, engineering
   or mathematics

Send the above information to: Northland Pioneer College, Attn. Dr. Pat Canary, P.O. Box 610, Holbrook, AZ 86025

Application deadline is Monday, April 27, 2009.

• Students will start classes in the Fall '09 semester on August 24, 2009.
  

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: How many semesters does the STEM grant cover?
A: Four: 2 Fall and 2 Spring semesters, that is 2 academic years, from when you receive the STEM grant. You will receive $4,000 per academic year, $8,000 total, as long as you remain in good academic standing. The 2009 grant starts with the Fall '09 semester which begins on August 24, 2009.

Q: What does the money I receive from the STEM grant cover?
A: This grant should be more than enough to cover NPC tuition, books, supplies and your travel costs. You may use the $4,000 any way you wish and do NOT have to return any unused money.

Q: Do I have to reapply again for the STEM grant in my second year at NPC?
A: No. Once you are awarded the grant it covers two academic years.

Q: Do I have to finish my Associate of Science degree in two years?
A: No, but the grant only covers 2 academic years. No more money is given after that point.

Q: How do I know my Associate of Science degree will transfer to a university?
A: NPC has transfer agreements from all three of Arizona's state universities (Northern Arizona, Arizona State, University of Arizona) that guarantee your Associate of Science degree will transfer completely. However, you must still meet the university's requirements for completing the last two years of your bachelor's.

Q: What is the minimum number of credits I must take per semester?
A:16 credits per semester for 4 semesters. You can lower your semester load by taking classes in the summer semester.

Q: If I take classes in NPC's summer semester, are they covered by the grant?
A: No, but you may have enough money left over after expenses from the Fall and Spring semester to put towards the Summer.

Q: What is the minimum GPA I must maintain while taking classes at NPC through the STEM grant?
A: 2.0 GPA, a C or better in every class you take.

Q: Can I still get Pell grants and other financial awards along with the STEM grant?
A: Yes. That is why we encourage you to fill out the FAFSA report, so that you can receive any other financial awards you are eligible for including scholarships and Pell grants.

Q: Can I declare another major besides science?
A: No, you must meet ALL the requirements of the Associate of Science degree.

Need more information?

Please contact:
Dr. Patrick Canary, Dean of Arts and Sciences
(800) 266-7845 ext. 7350, or send him an e-mail

Mr. Randy Porch, Professor of Geology
(800) 266-7845 ext. 6732, or send him an e-mail