WHAT IS THE IDAHO 2 + 2 SCHOLARS PROGRAM? This program is a special opportunity for students interested in pursuing a BS degree in nuclear engineering. While Idaho State University has offered a nuclear emphasis for its interdisciplinary engineering degree for many years, it established the specific Nuclear Engineering BS degree in 2004 at the request of the U.S. Department of Energy. The University of Idaho and Boise State University are working together with ISU through the "2 + 2" program: 2 years at the main campus of one of the three universities and the second 2 years in Idaho Falls at the University Place campus. The reason for the location is to have special opportunities for the students in conjunction with the Idaho National Lab, which is a partner in this effort as well. Scholarship money, donated by AREVA to jump start the program, will be awarded to this elite group of students. Funding for the entire 2 years in Idaho Falls will cover tuition and fees, a book allowance and a small stipend. WHY DO THIS? Earn a BS degree in an exciting and growing field -- LOTS of job opportunities. Nuclear power Nuclear fuel cycle Space nuclear power Industrial applications Nuclear medicine The program is jointly supported among BSU, ISU and U of I. Practicum experience with the Idaho National Laboratory (INL). Financial support, including scholarship for tuition, fees and books plus a small stipend. Special courses taught by experts working in the field. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistic, Office of Occupational Statistics and Employment Projections (2005) PRACTICUM PROJECTS AT THE IDAHO NATIONAL LABORATORY Designated by Department of Energy (DOE) as lead laboratory for Nuclear Reactor Technology Work one-on-one with professionals in the field Perform research at state-of-the-art national lab facilities: Advanced Test Reactor (ATR) Hot Fuel Examination Facility (HFEF) Fuel Conditioning Facility (FCF) Remote Analytical Laboratory and Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (RAL and ACL) ELECTIVES BASED ON CURRENT TOPICS AND LOCAL EXPERTISE, SUCH AS Space nuclear power Nuclear nonproliferation Energy policy and systems studies Fuel cycle chemistry/radiochemistry Energy and the environment SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS General admission to ISU Submission of 2 + 2 Scholarship application. Download the application here. (It is also available by emailing any of the the contacts listed below). Completion of sophomore level engineering coursework. (Contact the College of Engineering Student Services Representative to determine if you meet these requirements.) Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. C or higher in all classes. GRADUATE SCHOOL OPPORTUNITIES The Idaho 2 + 2 Scholars Program in nuclear engineering will groom students who are well-prepared to pursue graduate degrees and are well-connected in the university and national laboratory research communities. Numerous opportunities exist to perform ground breaking, nuclear-related research at, or in conjunction with, the INL. Boise State University, Idaho State University, and University of Idaho offer graduate degrees in nuclear science and engineering and/or supporting disciplines including materials, chemical engineering and energy policy studies. For more information contact: Mary Lou Dunzik-Gougar, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Nuclear Engineering Institute of Nuclear Science and Engineering Idaho State University Idaho National Laboratory 208-282-7809 mldg@isu.edu Michael J. Lineberry, Ph.D. Director, Institute of Nuclear Science and Engineering Idaho State University Idaho National Laboratory michael.lineberry@inl.gov Gwen Gerkey Student Services Representative College of Engineering Idaho State University 208-282-6246 gerkgwen@isu.edu