Tri-campus Math, Engineering, and Computer Science Scholars' Program

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The Name TRI-MEC???

  • TRI = 3 Campuses: JC, JD, & Perk
  • MEC = Math, Engineering, & Computer Science/Technology

Check it OUT!!! Up to $1100 per semester

The National Science Foundation (NSF) will award up to $1100 per semester for four consecutive semesters to MGCCC students who have financial need and who major in math, engineering, computer science or computer technology.

Requirements:

  • A U.S. citizen, national, refugee alien or permanent resident alien
  • Major in math, engineering, computer science or computer technology (for all eligible majors see major college codes list in this pamphlet)
  • Have financial need
  • Exhibit academic potential
  • ACT (or equivalent standardized test) score of 18 overall with 21 on mathematics
  • For high-school graduates, recommendation by mathematics instructor
  • For GED recipient, a score of 90 percent or above on the mathematics section
  • Developmental students, who have completed two semesters at MGCCC, must have a GPA of 4.0 in developmental math courses and the recommendation of a math instructor
  • Exhibit leadership qualities and community service, with experience and active participation in professional organizations, clubs or community activities

TRI-MEC Majors:

  • 4000 Engineering
  • 4010 Computer Science
  • 4020 Mathematics
  • 4042 Computer Technology
  • 4045 Industrial/Mechanical Engineering Technology
  • 7032 Computer Programming Technology (JD)
  • 7033 Network Security Technology (JD)
  • 7036 Computer Networking Technology (JD & Perk)
  • 7037 Wide Area Networking Technology (Perk)
  • 7070 Database Administration Technology (JC)
  • 7080 Web Development Technology (Perk)

How do I stay in the program to receive full scholarship funds each semester?

  • Maintain full-time status at MGCCC
  • Maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA
  • Demonstrate progress toward meeting degree requirements
  • Participate in TRI-MEC Scholars Program activities
  • Be recommended for continuation by the Campus Support Team

What activities will I need to attend?

TRI-MEC will have business and industry partnerships that will provide TRI-MEC students with interaction, opportunities for research, applied teaching and business/industry visits, classroom presenters, and mentors.

How do I apply?

  • Step 1: Go to the Financial Aid office at the MGCCC campus nearest you and fill out the FAFSA application. Tell the administrator you're interested in the TRI-MEC Scholarship.
  • Step 2: Complete the TRI-MEC Scholarship Application and return it to your faculty advisor.

Deadlines:

  • Fall Semester - August 15th
  • Spring Semester - December 1st

Contact Information

  • Sandra Roy, Jackson County Campus
  • Office M-111
  • Email:
  • Phone: (228) 497-7742
  • Angela Bryan, Jefferson Davis Campus
  • Office V-107
  • Email:
  • Phone: (228) 897-3724
  • Kathy Dedeaux, Perkinston Campus
  • Hinton Hall 30B
  • Email:
  • Phone: (601) 928-6376