S3: Scots Science Scholars

The Scots Science Scholars (S3) program provides enrichment and support for select students who are interested in STEM (science, technology, engineering or math) fields at MC. The 4-year program includes the following components:

  • An all-expense paid on-campus summer bridge program prior to the start of your freshman year designed to give you early practice with lab and math skills that are necessary in STEM fields
  • An $1150-stipend paid directly to you for attending the summer program
  • A curriculum designed to build community and provide academic support, including a specialized first-year sequence tailored to appeal to the interests and needs of S3 scholars
  • Research/leadership experience that is integrated with the Maryville College core curriculum, including many opportunities to begin research on exciting STEM projects with faculty at MC
  • Research opportunities could include Great Smoky Mountains National Park, UTK research labs, and Oak Ridge National Lab
  • A scholarship of $20,000 toward MC tuition (this scholarship would replace a student’s MC academic scholarship)

Why STEM Matters

  • STEM fields are essential in advancing the vital needs of civilization: Water, Food, Energy, Housing, Medicine, Environmental Management, Transportation, Communication, and Defense.
  • Presidents Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) projected 1,000,000 fewer STEM graduates than needed by 2018
  • Nationwide, the attrition rate for college students interested in STEM is 40%
  • STEM occupations are projected to grow by 17.0% from 2008 to 2018, compared to 9.8% growth for non-STEM occupations. 
  • STEM workers earn 26% more than their non-STEM counterparts.
  • STEM occupations have lower unemployment rates than non-stem occupations 

 

For more information or with any questions please contact either:

Dr. Maria Siopsis
Associate Professor of Mathematics 
(865) 273-8163
maria.siopsis@maryvillecollege.edu

Dr. Angelia Gibson
Associate Professor of Chemistry  
(865) 273-8892
angelia.gibson@maryvillecollege.edu