Building STEM Capacity in New Hampshire
GrantID: 78843
Grant Funding Amount Low: Open
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: Open
Summary
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Grant Overview
New Hampshire's STEM workforce pipeline faces capacity limits from its small population base and concentration of advanced manufacturing and biotech firms along the Massachusetts border. State employment projections indicate annual openings for electrical engineers and data analysts exceed in-state graduate supply by 1,200 positions. The scholarship targets New Hampshire residents pursuing associate or bachelor's degrees in approved STEM fields at state colleges.
Demographic data show that 42 percent of the state's high school graduates leave for out-of-state institutions, reducing the local talent pool. The funding requires recipients to attend one of New Hampshire's seven public colleges or universities to retain eligibility. Unlike Vermont, New Hampshire does not permit awards for private institutions within state lines.
Awards cover tuition differentials after federal and institutional aid, with caps set at $7,500 annually for full-time enrollment. Recipients must complete annual progress reports confirming continued STEM major status and minimum 3.0 GPA.
Who Should Apply in New Hampshire
Residents of Coos and Grafton counties receive additional consideration when pursuing engineering or computer science degrees due to documented regional underrepresentation. Seacoast applicants qualify under standard criteria but must document in-state employment intent post-graduation.
Application Requirements and Realities in New Hampshire
FAFSA data auto-populate the scholarship form, followed by major declaration and transcript submission. Awards disburse after semester enrollment verification. Students changing majors outside STEM fields lose remaining eligibility.
Fit Assessment for New Hampshire Context
The structure fits applicants whose academic plans match the state's manufacturing and technology employers rather than broader science fields. It excludes non-resident students even when attending New Hampshire institutions.
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