20 USC 1161b - Mathematics and science scholars program

U.S Code last checked for updates: Nov 22, 2024

§ 1161b.

Mathematics and science scholars program

(a)

Program authorized

(b)

Applications

(1)

In general

(2)

Contents of application

Each application shall include a description of—

(A)

the program or programs for which the State is applying;

(B)

if applicable, the priority set by the Governor pursuant to subsection (c)(4) or (d)(3); and

(C)

how the State will meet the requirements of subsection (e).

(c)

Mathematics and science scholars program

(1)

Grant for scholarships

(2)

Eligible students

A student is eligible for a scholarship under this subsection if the student—

(A)

meets the requirements of section 1091(a) of this title;

(B)

is a full-time student in the student’s first year of undergraduate study; and

(C)

has completed a rigorous secondary school curriculum in mathematics and science.

(3)

Rigorous curriculum

(4)

Priority for scholarships

(5)

Amount and duration of scholarship

The Secretary shall award a grant under this subsection to provide scholarships—

(A)

in an amount that does not exceed $5,000 per student; and

(B)

for not more than one year of undergraduate study.

(d)

STEM or health-related scholars program

(1)

Grant for scholarships

(2)

Eligible students

A student is eligible for scholarship under this subsection if the student—

(A)

meets the requirements of section 1091(a) of this title;

(B)

is a full-time student who has completed at least the first year of undergraduate study;

(C)

is enrolled in a program of undergraduate instruction leading to a bachelor’s degree with a major in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or a health-related field; and

(D)

has obtained a cumulative grade point average of at least a 3.0 (or the equivalent as determined under regulations prescribed by the Secretary) at the end of the most recently completed term.

(3)

Priority for scholarships

(4)

Amount and duration of scholarship

The Secretary shall award a grant under this subsection to provide scholarships—

(A)

in an amount that does not exceed $5,000 per student for an academic year; and

(B)

in an aggregate amount that does not exceed $20,000 per student.

(e)

Matching requirement

(f)

Authorization

(g)

Definition

(Pub. L. 89–329, title VIII, § 802, as added Pub. L. 110–315, title VIII, § 801, Aug. 14, 2008, 122 Stat. 3381; amended Pub. L. 111–39, title VIII, § 801(1), July 1, 2009, 123 Stat. 1955.)

cite as: 20 USC 1161b