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The South Plains Mathematics Scholars Program (SPMSP) supports academically
talented students from low-income families by providing scholarships for
undergraduate study leading to a degree in mathematics. Academically, the
program is the same as the
general requirements of the mathematics major. However, SPMSP Scholars also
find a support system designed specifically with their needs in mind.
Each year approximately 12 incoming freshmen will be admitted to the SPMS
Program. Thanks to a grant from the National
Science Foundation (NSF), they each receive scholarships worth up to $10,000 per year
depending on financial need as determined by their
Free Application for Federal Student
Aid (FAFSA). The scholarships will provide funds for tuition,
fees, textbooks, living expenses, and other costs associated with
attending Texas Tech University. Scholars may also be eligible for
additional financial aid.
The program affords deserving students an opportunity to defy the constraints
associated with their financial situations and complete their education.
Students will receive academic mentoring and will discover interesting
coursework and rewarding relationships with peers and faculty. Paid summer
research activities may also be available.
Even before they arrive on campus, each scholar is assigned a
faculty member to
serve as his/her mentor. The mentor will be there to guide, encourage, and
provide an ear to listen. The mentoring is overseen by Dr. Michael O'Boyle from
the Department of Human Development and Family Studies, an internationally
recognized expert in the process of mathematical learning.Each year the families of the SPMSP scholars are invited to campus for Scholars Day. Families meet math faculty and learn about their scholar's research and the exciting opportunities available to them.
The Scholarship Application deadline is February 1 of each year. The FAFSA is necessary to verify financial need and should be submitted as early as possible. Students are also encouraged to send a copy of the application to Dr. Monty Strauss, monty.strauss@ttu.edu, (see mailing address and FAX number below).
If you have any questions, or you'd like to let us know you might be interested in applying, please fill out our Information Form. You can also check out our online poster and brochure.
The departmental scholarship committee will evaluate applications based on
academic aptitude and on financial need as reflected by applicant's
FAFSA. An ACT
score of 20 or greater or SAT V+M of 950 is highly recommended. Teacher recommendations, participation in UIL or
technology-related activities and evidence of high-quality independent projects
will help as well. NSF guidelines require participants be US citizens or
permanent residents.
Scholarship support is renewable each year up to a maximum of four years of study, as long as the student remains a fulltime undergraduate mathematics major and maintains at least a sufficient GPA, and is making satisfactory progress toward a baccalaureate degree offered through our department.
OTHER SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics provides
many other scholarships for both undergraduate and graduate students.
Contact Dr. Monty Strauss,
monty.strauss@ttu.edu, for more information.
If you have any questions, or you'd like to let us know you might be interested in applying, please fill out our Information Form, or you can contact us directly.
Monty Strauss
Jerry Dwyer
Brock Williams
Department of Mathematics and
Statistics
Texas Tech University
Phone: (806) 742-2566
Fax: (806) 742-1112
Michael O'Boyle
Department of Human Development and
Family Studies
Texas Tech University
Phone: (806) 742-3000 x257
Support provided by the National
Science Foundation Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and
Mathematics (S-STEM) program under Award No. 0727944.