[UCM LIST: Healthprofadvising-l] Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship - DEADLINE: Dec 5th

[Noreen Balos]

Scholarship. Stipend. Internship. Career.
Build Your Future With SMART



DEADLINE: On the first Friday in December by 5:00 p.m. EST

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Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) is a DoD Scholarship Program for STEM Students



The SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program is a unique opportunity for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) students to advance their education and jumpstart their careers. SMART provides merit-based scholarships to bachelor's, master's, and doctoral students pursuing STEM degrees. SMART scholarship recipients receive full tuition, annual stipends, summer internships, and after graduation, civilian employment with the Department of Defense. Applications are open annually from August 1 to the first Friday in December. Check your eligibility now to see if you qualify and take the first step toward a successful future in STEM.



Scholarship Eligibility

  *   Be a citizen of the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or United Kingdom
  *   Be 18 years of age or older by January 1, 2027
  *   Have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
  *   Be currently pursuing, or intend to pursue in fall 2026, a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in a SMART STEM discipline*
  *   Planning to attend, or enrolled in, a regionally accredited U.S. college or university
  *   Able to obtain and maintain a security clearance**
  *   Be requesting between 1-5 years of degree funding. Degree funding will start in August 2026
  *   Complete summer internships for awards greater than 1.5 years
  *   Accept a one-for-one post-graduation service commitment as a civilian employee of the Department of Defense



*High school seniors and incoming college freshmen who will be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in fall 2026 are eligible to apply.

**Security clearances are initiated by a scholar's Sponsoring Facility after award.



The SMART Program accepts applications annually from August to December. All applicants are required to submit applications online by 5:00 p.m. EST on the first Friday in December. Supporting materials, such as references forms, must be received by the application deadline. Late applications and references will not be accepted. Traditionally, applicants are notified of their award in the spring. Application materials are not returned to applicants. The following information may be useful in planning and preparing your application packet.



CONTACT

SMART  Scholarship-for-Service Program

Phone: (571) 633-7940

Email: smart at smartscholarship.org<mailto:smart at smartscholarship.org>

Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Our office is closed on all U.S. federal holidays.


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