Special Academic Programs

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Upward Bound

Funded and supported by the U.S. Department of Education and Kean University, Upward Bound provides fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance. The program provides opportunities for participants to succeed in their precollege performance and ultimately in their higher education pursuits. Upward Bound serves: high school students from low-income families; and high school students in which neither parent holds a bachelor's degree. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rate at which participants complete secondary education and enroll in and graduate from institutions of postsecondary education.

For more information about the Upward Bound program contact the program director:

Ms. Veronica Jackson
Bruce Hall-Rm 102C
(908)737-3608

Epsilon Corps Grant

Supported by National Science Foundation, the Epsilon Corps grant helps to enhance students’ success in science, technology and mathematics (STEM) programs. Students can participate to build career-enhancing skills and leadership experiences through activities such as peer-led academic support, hands-on exploration projects, Summer Institute and Science Celebration Day.

For more information, please contact the Epsilon Corps grant office at (908) 737-3623, or email Dr. Xiaobo Yu (xyu@kean.edu) or Dr. John Dobosiewicz (jdobosie@kean.edu).

Minority Acceleration and Retention in the Sciences (MARS)

The MARS Student academic year is structured around providing a quality support program that enhances the MARS Students in their various disciplines and supportive subjects.

For more information about the MARS program contact the program coordinators:

Dr. James CAS 201B (908)737-0333

Dr. Zafra Bruce Hall Rm 120B (908) 737-3598

Ronald E. McNair Post Baccalaureate Achievement Program

Funded by the U.S. Department of Education, the program helps first-generation and low-income students and students from underrepresented groups to pursue a doctoral degree in science, technology and mathematics. Qualified participants will benefit from mentoring, summer resident research experience, seminars and workshops, and assistance with GRE preparation and graduate application process.

For more information, contact the McNair Program Office:

Ms.Wendy Diaz
Townsend Hall Rm 206
Phone:  (908)737-0270
mcnair@kean.edu

Kean STEM Scholarship Program

An NSF grant that provides scholarships and mentoring to Mathematics and Science (Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science and Earth Science) majors. Full-time juniors and seniors during the AY 2008-2009 with a GPA of at least 3.00 and demonstrable financial need will be eligible for the $3,000. per year scholarship. Open slots are currently available for the mentioned majors except Biology.

For more information about the Kean STEM Scholarship Program and students eligible to apply should contact the program coordinator:

Dr. Louis Beaugris
Bruce Hall Rm 120
(908)737-3707
lbeaugris@kean.edu