Rebooting through EmTech Programs (REP) Scholar Application
This scholarship program is addressing the critical STEM workforce crisis by graduating increasing numbers of well-trained and experienced professionals in the emerging technology (EmTech) fields. As such, the goal of REP is to prepare low-income students (with a focus on underrepresented populations such as women of color) for the workforce through upskilling and reskilling in EmTech fields. Leveraging evidence-based practices, this program provides community, access, support, preparation, and role models. Read more about REP
Application
Eligibility
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Must demonstrate financial need (complete FAFSA application)
- Be a full-time student at MDC (12 credit min)
- Have earned an associate degree
- Have been accepted in one of the Four EmTech programs
- Have earned no more than 100 credits (out of 120 credits) upon admittance to the REP program
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Have met ALL the admission requirements (incl. pre-requisite courses) for the bachelor’s program in EmTech
- Must start the bachelor’s program in 2024 (Spring 2024, Summer 2024, or Fall 2024). This scholarship program is for NEW students only.
- Must complete the bachelor's degree by Summer 2025
Benefits
- Scholarship
- Conduct research during summer (paid stipend and limited spaces)
- Participate in co-op internship (paid stipend and limited spaces)
- Earn industry certifications
- Dedicated mentoring by EmTech faculty
- Matching mentoring program with industry tech professionals
- Year-long colloquia (STEMinars)
- STEM community engagement - networking, interviews, resume, and more
- Support of other REP Scholars (cohort experience)
How to Apply
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