We are not able to accept applications for Autumn 2025. We hope to resume the program in Autumn 2026.

For more information about the ACCESS in STEM Program, please click here or email ecline@uw.edu

Eligibility

  • >3.0 high school GPA (or 2.5 college GPA)
  • Low-income (Expected Family Contribution [EFC] from FAFSA <15,000)
  • Admitted as First Year student (first time college student, or transfer student with <45 credits)
  • Interested in STEM majors: Math, Biomedical Sciences, Environmental Science, Computer Science, IT, or Engineering

Receive

  • Up to $10,000/yr scholarship for 2 years, then up to $2000/yr in year 3 and 4
  • One-on-one faculty and peer mentoring and support
  • Early Fall Precalculus, Research experience, Design, and STEM success courses
  • STEM living-learning community on campus