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Purpose + Reach = Individuals Measured for Excellence (PRIME)

The PRIME STEM Project/Student Support Services is designed to increase the college retention and graduation rates of its participants and to assist students make the transition from one level of higher education to the next. PRIME STEM is tailored to meet the needs of 124 students (first-generation, Pell-eligible, or have a disability) who are pursuing and will be graduating in STEM majors.

Eligibility

  • UCF student (with at least 2 semesters remaining)
  • All STEM Majors
  • Completion of PRIME STEM Application
  • First-Generation, Pell-Eligible, and/or Students with Disabilities

Scholars Receive:

  • Academic Coaching & Support
  • Workshops & Events
  • Professional Development
  • Assistance w/ Internships, Research, & Service Learning Opportunities
  • Grad School Preparation
  • Access to a Community of STEM-major students
  • AND MORE!

Choose Your Pathway!

Nexus

Develop Professional Skills

Receive assistance with: 

  • Resumes
  • Cover Letters
  • LinkedIn profile
  • Career preparation

Vanguard

Advance Graduate Readiness

Receive assistance with: 

  • Personal Statements
  • ​Graduate & professional school preparation
  • CVs
  • Entrance exams

Researchers

Explore Research Opportunities

Receive assistance with: 

  • Research opportunities
  • Clinical & volunteer hours
  • Job shadowing

Apply To Prime STEM

To apply for the program, please download the following application.  Send your completed application and all of its appropriate forms to the Project STEM staff.  Their contact information can be found below.  Thank you!

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Visit PRIME STEM

UCF Main Campus

Howard Philips Hall, Suite 208

Office Hours

Monday – Friday

8:00AM – 5:00 PM