SEP Application Guidelines & Criteria

The SEP Program accepts disadvantaged students who are rising sophomores or juniors at the application deadline. All applicants must:

• be a rising sophomore or junior at the time of application
• complete a minimum of three semester hours each in math, biology and chemistry
• hold a 2.5 or above science or overall GPA
• be a US citizen or permanent resident (North Carolina residents receive preference)

As an SEP participant, you will receive educational supplies, lodging on the UNC campus, limited travel expenses (contingent upon funding) and a competitive stipend.
Please direct all questions about SEP to NC-HCAP at (919) 966-2264.
Apply to SEP