Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) Application

The Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) Program is dedicated to increasing the number of STEM associate degrees awarded to populations historically underrepresented in these disciplines.

Requirements to Apply

Undergraduate first-year student or new transfer student
Underrepresented minority as described by the LSAMP program description (African American, Hispanic, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian, Native Pacific Islander)
A U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or permanent resident of the U.S.
Enrolled in an undergraduate major in a STEM discipline
High School GPA of a 70 or higher

Benefits of Joining

Four-week summer pre-semester program
Annual research and project opportunities
Access to research and project funding
Field activities/social events
Assigned a Faculty Mentor
Earn a $300 stipend during the summer institute

Requirements of the Program

Arrive in August for an intensive 4-week long pre-semester program
Participate in all program-based meetings, workshops, activities and certifications

STEM Majors:

Applied Science & Technology A.A.S.
Biology A.S.
Biotechnology Certificate
Computer Information Systems A.A.S.
Computer Science A.S. – Sequence A (General)
Computer Science A.S. – Sequence B (Engineering)
Computer Support Specialist A.A.S.
Construction & Environmental Technology A.A.S.

Construction & Environmental Technology Certificate
Engineering Science A.S.
Environmental Studies A.S.
Liberal Arts & Sciences – Math/Science A.S.
Liberal Arts & Sciences – General Studies A.S. (undecided w/STEM interest or related transfer path)
Sustainable Farming & Food Systems, A.A.S.

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Last Name

Email Address

Mobile Phone Number

Can we text you about your TC3 Enrollment?

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Essay Questions

What do you hope to gain by participating in LSAMP at Tompkins Cortland Community College?

STEM can be a challenging field, especially as a minority. What drives you to pursue it, and how do you plan to achieve success? In what ways can this program support your journey?

What do you hope to do in the STEM field?

In the future, I plan to apply to earn the following degrees:
Select all that apply

By submitting my full name below, I confirm that I am interested in continuing the LSAMP admissions process. If I am admitted as an LSAMP student, I understand that I must adhere to the requirements of the program and that I am expected to cooperate with the ODESS Office as an active participant in the program. I certify that all information reported is complete and correct.

Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) Application

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