Kean (STEM)lr

NJ Center for Science, Technology and Mathematics

See Where A
World-Class Education

Takes You

You are a motivated and
successful science student.
You’re inquisitive and
creative, and the lab is
your favorite environment.
You know that science can
solve some of life’s most
vexing problems, and
you yearn to push the
boundaries of scientific
knowledge.

You can turn your
passion into the career
you dream about.

Science andSee Yourself at the Forefront of
Technology

Jonathan Coronel, a computational
mathematics student, in the CAVE™,
a National Science Foundation funded
virtual reality laboratory for immersive
3-D modeling. It is the only one of its
kind in the NY-metro area.

DoingLearn by When you enter the STEM Honors program
at Kean, you are offered an opportunity that is
Our belief is that the best education, virtually unique in American higher education.
one that leads to the next generation It’s the chance to do authentic, world-class
of scientific discoverers and educators research as an incoming first-year student.
— and one that makes graduates most
attractive to employers — is one that As soon as you arrive on campus, you’ll join a
teaches through research. small, cross-disciplinary research team led by a
member of our research faculty. You’ll work in
our state-of-the-art labs, learning first-hand how
to problem-solve and interpret scientific data.

Kean University’s Research First Initiative at
NJCSTM is the only program in New Jersey
that offers a core curriculum in the first two
years that integrates science and mathematics
courses across STEM disciplines with
problem-solving and hands-on laboratory
courses to reinforce the classroom content.
Kean graduates have a well-rounded literacy
in all STEM fields.

Experience
Scientific Discovery

Gain the scientific and technical knowledge to tackle some
of the world’s most complex problems – everything from
global warming to cancer, third world hunger to disappearing
habitats. You’ll work with STEM faculty members who are
engaged in cutting-edge research in some of the most
advanced fields of science.

Faculty research interests and research streams
for students include:
Analytical and Medicinal Chemistry in Drug Discovery

Cancer Biology and Cellular Microenvironments

Environmental Chemistry

Computational Sciences
• Astrophysics
• Bioinformatics
• Computational Science and Engineering

Outcomes in Next Generation Science
Education Standards

Focus?Where Will You

During your junior and senior years, you will follow
either a Professional Track or Education Track,
each designed to prepare you for a rewarding
STEM career. The NJCSTM Honors program offers
the following degree specializations:
• Molecular Biology/Biotechnology
• Computational Science and Engineering
• Engineering Science
• Biomedicine
• Chemistry Education
• Biology Education
• Mathematics Education

You will choose from the specialized STEM options outlined below:

5-Year Combined B.S./M.S in
Science and Technology Programs

Biology/Chemistry/Mathematics Education
Molecular Biology/Biotechnology
Computational Science and Engineering
In the Education Track, you will earn a Master’s in Instruction and
Curriculum that will make you eligible for state teacher certification in
biology, chemistry or mathematics. The Professional Track awards
master’s degrees in biotechnology or computational science and
engineering, which will prepare you for a rewarding career in business
and industry. Admission into the program requires a minimum 3.0 GPA
and combined SAT CR/MA score of 1170 or ACT score of a 24.

B.S./M.S. Engineering Science Scholars Program
For highly qualified students who want to go into engineering
science. You’ll explore all of the sciences along with specialized
courses in engineering, many of which you’ll take at the New Jersey
Institute of Technology. You’ll receive a B.S. at Kean, then proceed to
the College of Engineering at NJIT, giving you the ability to earn both
degrees in as few as five years. Admission into the program requires a
minimum 3.25 GPA and combined SAT CR/MA score of 1270 or ACT
score of a 27.

B.S. in Science and Technology: Biomedicine Option
For highly qualified students who plan on going to graduate school
for professional training. Most students who pursue this option
apply to medical school or to graduate programs in biomedicine or
physical therapy. Admission into the program requires a minimum
3.25 GPA and combined SAT CR/MA score of 1200 or ACT score
of a 27.

The STEM Honors program also offers an M.S. in Biotechnology
Science to prepare students for research in the biotech field. Many
graduate students attend part-time while working in the industry.

KAeanlumni

“What motivates
me is the idea that
my research one
day might impact
someone’s life.”

Kelly Bachovchin ’13 ’14
5-Year B.S./M.S in

Science and Technology Program
Ph.D. candidate at

Northeastern University

KSeantudents

“Dr. Merritt makes
organic chemistry
come to life and
shows us the real
world applications
of what we learn in
the classroom.”

Sidhant Gugale
B.S. with Biomedicine Option

Class of 2017
Drexel College of Medicine,

M.D. 2021

Take You?Where Will A World-Class Education

Mentorship and advisement by NJCSTM faculty 100%
provide connections in almost every career
area. Nearly 100% of NJCSTM of education track
graduates work in the field of their choice. students receive

NJCSTM encourages educational careers by scholarships
providing 100% scholarships to students who
promise to work as teachers in New Jersey. Abena Antwi ’01 is the lead
Nearly half of Kean’s NJCSTM students follow innovation scientist at a top
the Education Track. More than 90% of our natural cosmetics company.
Education Track graduates are mathematics,
biology or chemistry teachers.

STEM students also go on to:
Medical School
Advanced Doctoral Programs
OR careers in:
Academic, Biomedical, Biotech,
Pharma or Clinical Research
Physical Therapy
Computer Information Technology
Software Engineering

At KeanSee Yourself

Kean Is …

One of the MOST AFFORDABLE public
universities in New Jersey.

Recognized by Diversity Inc. as among the
TOP FIVE MOST DIVERSE universities in
the country.
The only public university in the United
States with a CAMPUS IN CHINA.
Thirty minutes from NEW YORK CITY by
train and easily accessible from anywhere
in New Jersey.

World-Class Education
Takes You

Kean University is where you can begin the journey to reach your dreams.
Kean provides a student-centered learning environment for 15,000 undergraduate
and graduate students on our vibrant, growing main campus. To prepare you for
a rewarding career and lifelong learning, we offer 50 undergraduate majors in the
liberal arts, sciences, and business and health professions, all taught by members
of our diverse, world-class faculty. We also offer the opportunity to study abroad at
our English-speaking campus in China.

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