STEM Advantage mentors, prepares, and inspires primarily first-generation and low income college students for careers in STEM while providing a vetted pipeline of skilled talent to businesses

Our impact: STEM Advantage Scholars

100% graduation rate with persistence in a STEM major
$75,000 average starting salary
$3.1 million+ in scholarships awarded to date
1100 Scholars: 72% are first-generation college students from low-income families

Our Programs

Paid Internships

to help students gain real-world experience

Mentors

to provide a role model, support, guidance, and coaching

Scholarships

to attend classes full-time and graduate with less student debt

Professional development and career panels

to prepare for their job search

Community

including a sense of belonging and opportunities to build their network

Our Partners (partial list)

What’s New

Workforce of the Future 2025: Al and the Future Workforce Recap

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended, and to our extraordinary panelists—Ana Pompa Alarcón,…

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Workforce of the Future 2025: Al and the Future Workforce

Al and the Future Workforce: Can Al help close the opportunity gap in STEM —…

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13th Annual STEM Advantage Gala Recap

Thank you to everyone who attended our 13th annual STEM Advantage Gala! View photos from…

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“As a first generation college graduate, and a woman who had to put myself through college while supporting myself and my partner, the road to get here was not easy; but thanks to the help of STEM Advantage, I feel like I am no longer limited. I am free to pursue my dreams!”

Lia Metz, B.S. Computer Technology with a focus on Homeland Security Cal State Dominguez Hills Summa cum laude