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Academy of Math and Science

A Financial, Peer and Professional Support Program for Students Pursuing a STEM Degree

The Academy of Math and Science (AMS) offers:

  • Financial Support – All Academy of Math and Science students receive a $1,000 scholarship 
  • Peer Support – Through monthly cohort meetings students interact with other Normandale STEM students
  • Professional Support – Bi-monthly meeting with a dedicated academic advisor to discuss college, career and life
Oscar is a Normandale student.

" Joining AMS seemed like a great deal for me – something that could help guide me and give me the resources to pursue what I want. "

Oscar Nieto-Areliano, AMS Student

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We are looking for students who have an interest in STEM fields, particularly students who may need academic, social, developmental (in terms of student success) or modest financial support to succeed.

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Laura is a Normandale student.

"I got into AMS and Maria [Clark] is awesome. She’s given me advice on how to transfer and what classes to take."

Laura Ximena Hernandez Cancelado, AMS Student

Thank you to our current and past donors that make AMS scholarships possible:


  • The Donaldson Foundation
  • The Xcel Energy Foundation
  • Bloomington Noon Rotary Club
  • Robert V. and Julie A. Guelich
  • Peggy Rejto
  • Kathryn Wijesinghe
  • The Thomson Reuters Corporation

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