Math and Computer Science Transfer Scholars Program

Rockhurst University, Kansas City MO

Investigators

Abstract

This scholarship program provides funds to prepare computer science and mathematics students for graduation within two years of acceptance into the program and for successful entry into a career field related to their discipline or graduate study in computer science or mathematics. The objectives of this scholarship program are to increase the number of low income, academically qualified students obtaining undergraduate degrees in computer science and mathematics and to increase the number of advanced study and career and employment opportunities for participants in the program. The target group of candidates for this scholarship program is transfer students from community colleges. Support includes services provided by the Learning Center, Career Center, the Director of New Students and Retention and the Office of Multicultural Affairs. The Department of Mathematics, Computer Science and Physics, in conjunction with various campus offices, provides one-hour seminars each semester for participants on topics related to academic life and planning and preparing for entry into a career or advanced study.