College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences

The February 6 launch of SpaceX's Falcon Heavy'the most powerful operational rocket in the world'is one for the history books. The enormous rocket, which measures 70 meters and can carry 64 metric tons into space, launched Elon Musk's personal Tesla roadster into space while blasting the late David Bowie's iconic Life on Mars? To a casual observer, the rocket looked like something out of a science fiction movie, particularly when the pair of enormous booster rockets guided themselves back to Earth and landed gracefully in unison.

If you're pursuing a degree to enhance your career options, you'll be glad to know that earning just about any degree will put you far ahead in the working world than someone who forgoes college altogether. But did you know that if you earn an education degree in STEM fields, you'll be joining an ever-growing industry of educators who are having a massive impact on students' futures as well as the STEM industry as a whole?

As a nation, our education industry has recognized a shortcoming in our students. We've fallen behind other industrialized countries in terms of STEM-related fields, which include Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Not only does a STEM-focused education open students to new subjects, it also allows for different learning methodologies to be utilized. Creativity in class structure promotes innovative thinking in your students. When you put a spotlight on project-based learning - which is common in STEM - you provide opportunities for authentic growth and development.

As a leader in STEM education and policy, FSU's College of Education is always participating in cutting-edge research projects. Our faculty is regularly recognized for their involvement in projects that help to optimize and influence policy, technique, and understanding of the country's education industry. Below, you can learn about some of our most recent research projects involving STEM fields.

We often get questions from students about where to look for funding, so we've consolidated a list of doctoral fellowships for students in STEM programs.

Fellowships and Awards

Fellowships and awards are offered to graduate and post-graduate students pursuing research or specific areas of education in STEM programs. Here's a large list of fellowships and awards for the appropriate candidate.

STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics

The STEM education program is a national initiative to improve access to science, technology, education, and mathematics resources and programs for students of all ages and all socioeconomic backgrounds. This effort not only strives to create opportunities for younger students - enriching grade school curriculum to incorporate classes based on STEM subject - but also for higher education and post-degree institutions to provide adequate access and support through the degree and transition to a career.