CSU STEM Pathways & Research Alliance (CSU-SPaRA)

About

The California State University STEM Pathways and Research Alliance (CSU-SPaRA) is a coordinated systemwide program aimed at preparing the next generation of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) workers by providing academic support and professional development to students from the California State University (CSU) system. Each of the 23 SPaRA programs offers activities and services designed to improve the retention, graduation and degree attainment of undergraduate students in STEM. In addition, CSU-STEM Pathways and Research Alliance seeks to increase the number of CSU students who enroll in STEM graduate programs.

At Cal Poly Pomona, CSU-SPaRA aims to help eligible students conduct major-related research during the academic year while also providing advising and financial support. Currently, the program supports 146 students.

LSAMP Scholars posing on rocks at the edge of a pond

Eligibility

To be eligible to participate in CSU-SPaRA, a student must meet each of the following criteria: 

  1. Be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
  2. Be enrolled at a participating CSU campus in an undergraduate major in a STEM discipline.
  3. Be an individual interested in pursuing graduate studies or joining the workforce in a STEM field outside the health profession degrees or careers.  

 

If you meet the eligibility criteria, please fill out the CSU-SPaRA application.