BAT-LSAMP Scholarship Program

Bridges Across Texas – Lois Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation

The Bridges Across Texas (BAT) partnership is funded by the Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation (LSAMP) grant program through the National Science Foundation (NSF). TSC is working with Texas Tech University, Dallas College, South Plains College, and the University of North Texas at Dallas to provide programs, resources, and academic advising, tutoring, mentoring, social and peer support to students pursuing a STEM degree.  Some scholars will have the opportunity to become a paid mentor/tutor to provide support to future STEM students and to promote a STEM community.

Applications are open – Apply Now!

The benefits of becoming a BAT-LSAMP Scholar

• Engagement in a diverse STEM community at TSC and across other Texas institutions
• Mentorship by experienced STEM peers and faculty
• Tutoring support for advanced STEM courses
• Travel support to attend conferences and academic competitions
• Opportunities for personal and professional development
• Opportunity to engage in projects that will enhance your CV
• Paid opportunity  to become a mentor/tutor to freshman students
• Access* to the STEM Center services and resources

*all STEM students have access to the STEM Center, regardless of participation in the program 

Who is eligible to apply?

Applicants to the BAT-LSAMP program must meet all the following requirements to be considered:

• U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or permanent resident of the U.S.
• declared STEM major (biology, chemistry, information technology, or mathematics)
• full-time undergraduate (at least 12 credit hours per semester)
• minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5

Students from underrepresented groups in STEM are strongly encouraged to apply.

What do I have to do as a BAT-LSAMP scholar?

Participation in the BAT-LSAMP program requires students to maintain good academic standing, attend required events, and engage in projects/research that will earn them experience and enhance their curriculum vitae.

BAT-LSAMP Scholars