The Science, Mathematics And Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship for Service Program is an opportunity for students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines to receive a full scholarship and be employed upon degree completion at a DoD research facility.
Details below and at http://www.asee.org/smart
Scholarship Opportunity: SMART Scholarship/Internship
Due: December 15, 2009
The Science, Mathematics And Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship for Service Program is an opportunity for students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines to receive a full scholarship and be employed upon degree completion at a DoD research facility. Please visit http://www.asee.org/smart for more information and to find our application.
Award Benefits
In addition to paying tuition and other educational expenses, SMART Participants receive a generous cash award and health insurance allowance. Cash awards are paid at a rate of $25,000 - $41,000 per year depending on prior educational experience.
Internships
SMART Scholarships include summer internships. Internships are located at DoD facilities and include a stipend to cover travel expenses.
Eligibility
The SMART Scholarship for Service Program is open only to citizens of the United States. Persons who hold permanent resident status are not eligible. Proof of citizenship is required. Students must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible. Applicants for undergraduate awards must be currently enrolled in a U.S. college or university. Awardees must be eligible to receive and hold a security clearance. Please see the program website for details about the security clearance process.
Application Guidelines
The application submission window is from mid-August to mid-December. Award notification occurs each spring. For more information and to apply visit http://www.asee.org/smart