Information for New Students
About S3 Scholars
S3 Scholars are students who are members of the S3 Program. Our S3 Scholars currently consist of freshmen and sophomores who participate in services such as chemistry and math tutoring, peer mentoring, social events, growth mindset workshops, progress reports, and more. If you are interested in becoming an S3 Scholar, please fill out the S3 Scholar Application below.
S3-Supported Majors
S3 primarily supports students in the following majors:
- Agricultural Plant and Soil Sciences
- Biology (BIO)
- Environmental Science, Technology, & Policy (ESTP)
- Environmental Studies (ENSTU)
- Marine Science (MSCI)
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Computing and Design (SCD)
However, S3 tutoring and S3 events are offered to all students.
Get Involved with S3
S3 Scholar Application 2024/2025
S3 STEM Otter Raft Up Summer Program 2025 Interest Form
Common Questions
What are the requirements of being an S3 Scholar?
To be an S3 Scholar, we recommend that you are a Biology (BIO), Environmental Science, Technology & Policy (ESTP), Environmental Studies (ENSTU) Marine Science (MSCI), Agricultural Plant and Soil Sciences, Mathematics or Statistics, Mechatronics, or Computing and Design major. Once you have been accepted as an S3 scholar, you will be added to our S3 Canvas page. All of our events and resources can be accessed there.
What benefits will I receive as an S3 Scholar?
S3 Scholars receive the following benefits:
- Tutoring and Peer Mentoring Services
- Personal and Professional Development Opportunities
- Community-Building and Social Events
- Building relationships with instructors and becoming familiar with campus resources
If you have any questions about joining S3, advising, financial aid, or anything else, please email sciencestudentsuccess@csumb.edu