SPARK a FIRE for Transfer Success
Mission: To give transfer students the tools needed to thrive as science majors and in multidisciplinary science careers or graduate school
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SPARK a FIRE Scholarship
Scholarship award up to $10,000 per year
Application for Spring 2027 is open and will close on December 4, 2026.
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be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen
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be enrolled full-time in a qualified* degree-seeking program
- be enrolling in 天美传媒 as a transfer student and expect to complete their degree in 2-3 years
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have a minimum transfer GPA of 2.5
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demonstrate financial need
*Qualified Bachelor of Science degree programs: Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, and Chemistry
(NOTE: Students intending to enter health professional programs such as pharmacy, medical, or dental school are not eligible for this scholarship)
You will need the following to apply:
- Email address of one current or former college science instructor who has agreed to provide a letter of recommendation for your application. Be sure to communicate with your letter writer directly about the context of the scholarship application.
- The letter should provide insight into your academic potential and motivation specifically related to 1) completing a rigorous biology, microbiology, biochemistry, or chemistry degree program, and 2) participating in a cohort-based program with transfer student peers in these majors.
- Personal Essay (typed, 500-word maximum)
- The essay should describe 1) what your interest and motivations are to study biology, microbiology, biochemistry, or chemistry and 2) ultimately why you want to pursue a career or graduate school in this area. Include a statement of your interest in and commitment to this cohort-based transfer student success program, including your commitment to participate in program activities and contribute to this transfer student community.
- Estimate your Science GPA & Science credits
- Provide the total number of college science course credits completed and currently enrolled in
- Average your GPA for your completed college science courses
- Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- If you need assistance, please contact the at (208) 282-2756.
- Scholarship award up to $10,000 per year for 2-3 years
- Faculty and peer mentorships
- Connections to student communities and clubs
- Fully Immersive Research Exploration course
- Leadership and career development opportunities
- Research experiences
Visit these campus sites to learn more about our programs, opportunities to increase college access, and other student support services specific to community college transfer students.
The SPARK a FIRE program is supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF) under Award No. 2220844.