Melody SD2 Scholarship

Funder: San Diego Squared (SD2) in partnership with Louise and Marc Stapley

Established By: Louise and Marc Stapley, who were the first members of their respective families to attend college after high school and earn a degree

Geographic Scope: San Diego County region

Target Audience: High school students pursuing a college degree in a STEM-related field, particularly students who may not otherwise have the opportunity to attend college

Focus Areas:

• Financial support for underrepresented STEM students
• Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math fields
• First-generation college students (implied)

Scholarship Details:

• May be used for tuition, books, fees, room & board, and educational supplies
• Every Squared Scholar is paired with a STEM professional mentor for one year
• May be renewable for one additional year of STEM undergraduate coursework if student:
  • Maintains minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
  • Demonstrates good citizenship
  • Continues to have financial need

Background: Created by Louise and Marc Stapley to help enable students who might not otherwise have the opportunity to attend college and earn a degree, supporting their vision of equitable educational access.

Application Process

1. Visit the Scholars Page on SD2's website
2. Click "Apply Here" link for Melody SD2 Scholarship
3. Complete the application form
4. Submit required materials

Required Materials: Not specified in available materials

Submission Format: Online application

Note: Specific application details, narrative questions, and deadlines not provided in source materials.