2026-04-01T14:31:01-07:00 2025-12-31 332224992 Rowland & Abbis CPAs LLP 2082 Business Center Drive Suite 17 Irvine CA 92612 990 2025-01-01 461042540 Stem Advantage STEM 9493223320 117 22nd Street Huntington Beach CA 92648 Lee Ann Kline President 2026-04-01 true MEDHAT ABBIS P03281802 9497521040 2025 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Lee Ann Kline 117 22nd Street Huntington Beach CA 92648 1745236 false X www.stemadvantage.org X 2012 CA Talent is equally distributed, but opportunity is not. STEM Advantage mentors, prepares, and inspires first-generation, low-income, and underserved college students for careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). We level the playing field by empowering talented students with access to networks, employment, and economic mobility often limited to students attending elite universities, while providing a vetted pipeline of skilled talent to businesses to fill their workforce needs. 15 14 5 225 0 473898 1520587 0 25217 14748 216698 113006 715813 1648341 483750 313000 0 367836 493780 0 27416 231423 311361 1083009 1118141 -367196 530200 784870 1322894 10490 18314 774380 1304580 Talent is equally distributed, but opportunity is not. STEM Advantage mentors, prepares, and inspires first-generation, low-income, and underserved college students for careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). We level the playing field by empowering talented students with access to networks, employment, and economic mobility often limited to students attending elite universities, while providing a vetted pipeline of skilled talent to businesses to fill their workforce needs. false false 1070557 313000 Empowering the Next Generation of STEM Leaders. At STEM Advantage, we believe talent is equally distributed, but opportunity is not. We deliver a comprehensive, student-centered program designed to equip first-generation students with the skills, confidence, and connections needed to pursue and thrive in STEM careers. Our approach includes: Career Support: Targeted career programming that strengthens professional skills and builds confidence, empowering students to secure internships and entry-level positions in STEM fields. One-on-One Mentorship: Personalized mentorship from STEM professionals who serve as role models, offering guidance, support, and career coaching to help students navigate their academic and career journeys. Professional & Career Development: Interactive workshops, career panels, and industry events that prepare students for successful job searches, interviews, and career advancement. Scholarships: Financial support that enables students to attend classes full-time, get involved in a STEM-related club, and graduate with less student debt. Community and Networking: A robust support network that fosters a sense of belonging and provides students with opportunities to build connections with peers, alumni, and industry partners.We proudly serve students pursuing bachelor's degrees in STEM disciplines across California State University (CSU) campuses in Southern California, including the Greater Los Angeles region, Orange County, and San Diego. The CSU is the largest four-year public university system in the nationan incubator for untapped talent and ideal partner for driving impactful change at scale.Power of PartnershipsOur success is fueled by strong partnerships with leading companies and industry organizations. These partners not only provide funding and paid internships but also engage their employees as mentors, participate in career panels, and hire our graduates. Currently, STEM Advantage collaborates with over 50 companies, along with numerous professional and industry organizations, to create meaningful career pathways for our scholars.A Proven Track Record of Impact and Economic MobilitySince our founding in 2012, we have empowered over 1,000 Scholars with exceptional results: 100% have graduated with a bachelors degree in a STEM field. 72% are first-generation college students from low-income families. Scholars earn an average starting salary of $75,000a sustainable, middle-class living wage that represents a 400% increase over their average pre-program earnings. Scholars are projected to earn $2 million more in their lifetime post-programestablishing financial security, building wealth, and uplifting their families and communities.Our Scholars consistently describe the program as "life-changing and empowering," underscoring its ripple effectnot just on individual lives, but across communities. 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