STEM Scholars Program
The Bucknell STEM Scholars program recognizes talented incoming first-year students who are interested in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields. The program encourages underrepresented applicants in STEM fields — including women, first-generation college students, low-income scholars, and those from a broad range of backgrounds.
A Head Start on Collegiate Research
Approximately eight Bucknell STEM Scholars will come to Bucknell's campus the summer before their first year. Bucknell STEM Scholars work directly with a faculty mentor on a five-week research project. Many STEM scholars continue their research throughout their four years as Bucknell students. As a STEM scholar, you'll work directly with faculty and peer mentors, learn research methods and begin to transition to college life. STEM scholars live with their peers in a community that brings together their experiences inside and outside of class. As a Bucknell STEM Scholar, your five-week summer transition and research program will lay the foundation for future research interests as well as your relationships with faculty and peers.
What it Costs
The program is free for accepted students, and students will receive free on-campus housing, a limited meal plan and a living stipend.
During the summer before your first year at Bucknell, you will:
- Learn research methods.
- Conduct research with a faculty mentor and research team.
- Attend workshops on academic success and the transition to college.
- Participate in group activities and weekend excursions.
- Be expected to stay on campus for the duration of the program.
You will also be encouraged to continue working on research projects with faculty and to present your work in oral or poster presentations as well as peer-reviewed scholarship throughout your Bucknell academic career
Program Dates
The STEM Scholars Program has been tentatively set for June 21 to July 24, 2026. Students must enroll at Bucknell to take part in this program.
Contact
Professor Emily Stowe, biology
310 Rooke Science Center
570-577-1320
estoweva@bucknell.edu
How to Apply
For priority consideration, interested students who have been admitted to the Class of 2030 should apply to be considered for the STEM Scholars Program before April 14. Rolling acceptance begins on April 15 and the application closes April 20. Use the link in the banner below.
Examples of projects for STEM Scholars from previous years
Below are examples of potential projects students are able to work on during the STEM Scholars Summer program. Note: These are only some of the potential projects available — not the specific list of available projects.