Franklin Institute's STEM Scholars Program Application

STEM SCHOLARS PROGRAM APPLICATION

2026-2027 Academic Year
Student Full Name

First NameLast Name
Student Date of Birth

MonthDayYear
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit yearDate
School
Current Grade level (Fall 2026)
GPA
Gender
Preferred personal pronouns
Ethnicity
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Student Email Address
example@example.com
Student Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Parent/Guardian Name

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian Email Address
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Have you participated in any other TFI Programs?
PACTS, Discovery Camp, Homeschool workshops, etc
If yes, which program?
How did you hear about the STEM Scholars Program?
Please list any extracurricular activities you are involved in.
At your school, in your community, etc. If none, please list "none."
Short Answer Essays

Please submit a thoughtful answer to each essay. (approximately 200-250 words/answer)
How and why did you become interested in STEM?

(200-250 words)0/1000
In what way(s) is your STEM interest supported in your high school? If you feel unsupported, what supports would you like to receive?

(200-250 words)0/1000
How has culture and family background influenced the way you see the world?

(200-250 words)0/1000
How would joining the STEM Scholars program support your academic and career goals? How would you contribute to the success of the program?

(200-250 words)0/1000
Important Forms

In order to be considered for the STEM Scholars program, applicants must submit a letter of recommendation and an 8th or 9th grade transcript.
STEM Scholars Letter of Recommendation Form

Please send the form above to a teacher, counselor, or adminstrator who will recommend you for the STEM Scholars program.
Please upload your recent (8th or 9th grade) report card or transcript.

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Questions?

Please contact dmarino@fi.edu
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STEM SCHOLARS PROGRAM APPLICATION

Short Answer Essays

Important Forms

Questions?