NYC STEM TALENT Fund

The NYC STEM Talent Fund invests in striving undergraduate STEM students located within the five boroughs of New York City (Manhattan, Queens, Bronx, Brooklyn, and Staten Island), focusing on those pursuing pathways in math, physics and neuroscience. The fund aims to close the graduation gap for low-income, high-potential STEM students, paving the way toward undergraduate degrees and graduate school in the sciences.

Qualified students are eligible for all three of Last Mile’s award levels: emergency mini-awards, bridge awards, and larger Last Mile awards, all to support their educational progress and help overcome unexpected financial obstacles.

This funding opportunity is open to students of all genders.

  • Students residing in the United States who are:

    • attending an eligible four-year institution, located within the five boroughs of New York City (Manhattan, Queens, Bronx, Brooklyn, and Staten Island);

    • in pursuit of a degree in math, physics or neuroscience;

    • able to demonstrate financial need;

    • able to provide proof of identification by providing assigned social security numbers or ITINs; and

    • within four semesters of graduation.

  • Emergency Mini Awards

    • Up to $595

    • Assists with basic needs such as food, transportation, housing, and connectivity.

    Bridge Awards

    • $600-$3,000

    • Bridges potentially catastrophic financial hurdles that could prevent progress to degree completion.

    • Enables career-building opportunities or covers graduate school application fees.

    Last Mile Awards

    • Up to $10,000

    • Assists in covering tuition and expenses for the final credits to degree completion.

  • Application Material Requirements

    1. A current transcript showing your name and including major/minor areas of study

    2. A financial aid award letter showing your name, or other documentation demonstrating evidence of need

    3. A LinkedIn profile with a photo

    4. A U.S.-based email address

Info Sessions on Award Eligibility & Application Tips

Interested in funding for your STEM education? Join our virtual info session to learn about the NYC STEM Talent Fund, including eligibility criteria, application tips, and available resources to support your journey in Math, Physics, or Neuroscience.

 This award is open to:

  • Junior and senior STEM Majors (specifically Math, Physics, and Neuroscience Majors)

  • Attending a university or residing within the 5 boroughs (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island). 

Know someone who could benefit? Share this opportunity with your peers, faculty, and student organizations!

 Select your desired session and register below:

·      Thursday- 2/27/25 at 5:00pm EST   Register Here

·      Tuesday- 3/4/25 @ 10:00am EST   Register Here

·      Thursday- 3/27/25 @ 5:00pm EST   Register Here

·      Tuesday- 4/1/25 @ 10:00am EST     Register Here

·      Thursday- 4/24/25 @ 5:00pm EST   Register Here

·      Tuesday- 4/29/25 @ 10:00am EST  Register Here

 

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

 

The NYC STEM Talent Fund is made possible by the Simons Foundation.