Montgomery College
Graduate and Transfer STEM Talent
Expansion Program (GT-STEP)
Mont
gomery College (MC), supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF), is pleased to announce the
establishment of a Graduate and Transfer Science, Technology, Engineering & Math Talent Expansion
Program (GT STEP). This five year, $1.8 million dollar program is designed to assist STEM majors (biology,
chemistry, physics, computer science, engineering, or math) in acquiring their associate degrees and/or
facilitating their transfer to a four-year institution. If you are interested in joining the STEM community at MC,
then the GT STEP program may be for you!
What are the advantages of becoming a member of the GT STEP Program?
Become part of a learning community of peers and faculty making you more likely to achieve a higher
GPA and increase the likelihood of graduating with an associate degree.
Benefit from tutoring and personal mentoring/academic advice by MC's outstanding science,
engineering, and math faculty.
Partake in independent research, paid internships, and interdisciplinary activities designed to pique and
maintain interest in the STEM fields.
Receive assistance in preparing for transfer to four-year institutions.
Qualify for up to $300/s
emester, during the first year, which can be used for tuition credit and/or
bookstore voucher for STEM textbooks.
Who is eligible for the program?
Incoming and current MC students who have recently declared or plan to declare a major in STEM (Biology,
Biotechnology, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or
Math) are encouraged to apply. Veterans and workforce development students interested in pursuing a
degree in STEM are strongly encouraged to apply.
Acceptance of applicants is on a continual rolling basis. To be eligible you must complete a GT STEP
application.
Students interested in the GT STEP program must:
declare a STEM major.
be a full-time student (minimum of 12 credits per semester).
have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
be a U .S. citizen, permanent resident, or refugee alien.
How to apply to the program?
Students interested in the GT STEP program should:
1. Complete a GT STEP application.
2. Submit a one-page personal essay (up to 300 words), describing your academic and career plans
OR
submit one (1) letter of recommendation from either a teacher or professional (STEM field preferred).
3. Provide either Accuplacer, SAT, or ACT scores in Math, English and Reading (if not on file at MC).
4. Submit an unofficial copy of your transcript (if available or not on file at MC).
5. Applications can be found on our website: www.montgomerycollege.edu/gtstep
What
happens when I am accepted into the program?
Newly accepted GT STEP students will be paired with a STEM faculty member who will provide personal
mentoring / academic advice. Students will then be enrolled on an as-needed basis in college non-credit or
credit math courses (MA 096, MA 098, MA 165, MA 181, or MA 182), reading courses (RD 099 or RD 120)
and/or English courses (EN 001, EN 002, EN 101, EN 102) and may be eligible to receive partial tuition
reimbursement for successful completion of said courses. GT STEP Students will also be required to
participate in at least two program sponsored events every semester.
How do I find out more about the GT STEP Program?
To find out more about the GT STEP Program, visit us on the web at www.montgomerycollege.edu/gtstep
or e-mail us at gtstep@montgomerycollege.edu.
GT STEP PROGRAM
Application Instructions
While applications to the GT STEP program are accepted on a rolling basis, early submittal is encouraged as
review of applicants typically will begin on August 1
st
for the Fall semester and October 31
st
for the Spring
semester of each calendar year. Applications received or completed after that date
will be considered on a
space-available basis.
A complete GT STEP Program application will include the following:
Completed GT STEP Program Application Form.
A one-page personal essay (up to 300 words), describing your academic and career plans OR one (1)
letter of recommendation from either a teacher or professional (STEM field preferred).
Accuplacer, SAT, or ACT scores in Math, English and Reading**
Unofficial Transcript (if available).**
Submit Completed Application either in person, by U.S. mail, or by e-mail attachment to Michael Chase
or Monzur Rahman. See addresses below on the last page.
** Submit these documents if they are NOT currently on file at Montgomery College.
Please note that this opportunity is intended for legal residents* of the United States (U.S. citizen, permanent
resident, refugee alien) and some opportunities offered by the GT STEP program may be hosted by
organizations or agencies that require U.S. citizenship and/or a background check.
*If you are a non-resident & would like to apply, please schedule an appointment with us to discuss your options.
Montgomery College GT STEP Program Application
Applicant Information - Complete all boxes and print. Sign before sending.
Classification
(check all that apply):
Incoming MC Student
Current MC
Student
Veteran
Last Name First Name M.I.
MC ID# (if
applicable)
Gender:
Male
Female
Date of Birth
(MM/DD/YYYY): ____________________
Street
Address
Apartment/
Unit #
City State ZIP
E-mail
Address
Phone
Cell
Phone
Street
Address
Apartment/
Unit #
City State ZIP
Are you a citizen of the United States? Refugee Alien? Permanent Resident?
Information regarding Race/Ethnicity is optional. If you do choose to identify, please check the appropriate box.
White/
Non-Hispanic
African
American/Black
Hispanic/Latino
Hawaiian/
Pacific Islander
Asian American Indian (Tribal
Affiliation)_______________
Primary Campus (please choose one):
Takoma Park/Silver Spring
Rockville Germantown
Other
(Please specify) __________________________________
Math Level: _______________________
(placement level or highest level course completed)
Expected Date of
Graduation/Transfer (MM/YYYY): _______________
English Level: _______________________
(placement level or highest level course completed)
Cumulative GPA: _________________________________
Reading Level: _______________________
(placement level or highest level course completed)
Intended STEM Major: ______________________________
How did you hear about us?______________________
Mailing Address (if different from above). Admissions notification will be sent to this address.
TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT FOR MONTGOMERY COLLEGE GT STEP PROGRAM
Please check that you meet the requirements listed below and all of the required documents are included in your application.
Requirements
Declare a major in STEM (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics)
Applicants need a minimum 2.5 GPA
Recommendation from either a teacher or professional (STEM field preferred) who can discuss your academic
achievements and potential for success.
Full-time student status (minimum of 12 credits per semester)
Plan to graduate and transfer in STEM
U .S. citizen, permanent resident, or refugee alien (If you are a non-resident & would like to join the program, please
schedule an appointment with us to discuss your options)
Applicant Document Checklist:
Completed GT STEP Application Form.
A one-page personal essay (up to 300 words), describing your academic and career plans OR one (1) letter of
recommendation from either a teacher or professional (STEM field preferred).
Official Accuplacer, SAT, or ACT scores in Math, English and Reading*.
Unofficial Transcript (if available)*.
Submit Completed Application either in person, by U.S. mail, or by e-mail as scanned attachment to Michael Chase
or Monzur Rahman. See Addresses below.
* Su
bmit these documents if they are NOT currently on file at Montgomery College.
Early application is encouraged. While GT STEP has a "rolling admission" deadline policy, review of applicants
typically will begin on August 1st of each calendar year. Applications received after that date will be
considered on a space-available basis.
Please submit your completed application to:
GT STEP Program GT STEP Program
Montgomery College Montgomery College
Attn: Monzur Rahman Or Attn: Michael Chase
51 Mannakee Street, 239 Science Center 51 Mannakee Street, 234 G Science Center
Rockville, MD 20850 Rockville, MD 20850
E-mail:
monzur.rahman@montgomerycollege.edu
E-mail: michael.chase@montgomerycollege.edu
Phone: 240-567-5130 Phone: 240-567-4223
To find out more about the GT STEP Program visit us on the web at www.montgomerycollege.edu/gtstep or
e-mail us at gtstep@montgomerycollege.edu or contact:
Disclaimer and Signature
I certify that my answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge.
My signature gives permission for Montgomery College to review any academic records and any information pertaining to my
eligibility for Federal Financial Aid.
Signature
Date
*The Montgomery College GT STEP Program is funded by a grant from the National Science
Foundation.