Amount: Full tuition + stipend ($25,000-$38,000) + summer internships
Deadline: December 1
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: Yes
About
The SMART Scholarship is a highly competitive program that supports students pursuing STEM degrees. It provides full tuition, a stipend, and guaranteed civilian employment with the DoD after graduation.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.0+
- Willing to work for the DoD after graduation for one year per year of scholarship funding
Required Materials
- Application form
- Transcripts
- Resume
- 2 recommendation letters
- Essays
Timeline
Applications open August 1. Deadline December 1. Finalist notifications in March. Offers made in April/May.
Tips
Clearly articulate your interest in working for the DoD and how your skills align with their mission. Highlight any relevant research or project experience. Seek strong recommendations from professors.