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The ASEMS Transfer Program (ASEMS-T) provides targeted services specifically for community college transfer students. ASEMS-T is designed to assist students studying a STEM major in successfully obtaining a bachelor’s degree. To achieve this goal, the program offers support from the time that students enter the program through graduation. 

Students must be entering community college transfer students who are majoring in a STEM field in the College of Science of the College of Engineering. All College of Science and College of Engineering majors are eligible, excluding Psychology BA (College of Science). 

  • Individualized support from staff and peer mentors to guide your academic and personal goals
  • A community of STEM scholars from similar backgrounds
  • Success courses to accelerate and enhance your involvement in STEM opportunities at the University of Arizona and beyond
  • Guidance in STEM undergraduate research, internship, and career preparation opportunities
  • Workshops related to professional development, personal wellness, graduate/professional school preparation, etc.
  • Study spaces and community building events just for ASEMS scholars
  • ASEMS community specific kitchenette and food pantry
  • Access to tutoring opportunities for STEM courses
  • And more!

  • Attendance at ASEMS Welcome Orientation (Fall) and STEM Engagement Workshop (Spring) in your first year.
  • 2-3 required meetings with a Student Success Specialist each semester in your first year, with additional meetings as needed in returning years.
  • Regular meetings with a Peer Mentor throughout each semester in your first year
  • Completion of 1-credit ASEMS success course:
    • SCI 297B Research Readiness
  • Grade Report Reflection activity each semester as a check point on your goals
  • ASEMS course and program evaluations

Applications for the 2026-2027 academic year are now open! To complete our brief application, click on the following link: https://uarizona.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2uf0xDjj5V8Q3oW

Once we've received your application, we will follow up with you for next steps.

ASEMS Program Director: Jenni Batchelder (jennibatchelder@arizona.edu)