Scholarships for STEM subjects: Fund your future in STEM

Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) disciplines are flourishing. According to the EUA Bureau of Labor Statistics, STEM professionals earned a median annual salary of $95,420 in 2021. That totals more than double the median salary for non-STEM employees. 

But you typically must earn a college degree to access STEM's most lucrative jobs. Many students rely on loans to pay for college. The Iniciativa de Dados Educacionais reports the average student loan debt totals almost $37,700.

To reduce your costs, you can apply for federal student aid, programas estaduais, or STEM scholarships. 

Below you can find numerous merit, academic, and identity-based scholarships for STEM students. We have separated them into lists for each STEM category. Though the 2022 deadlines for some have passed, we chose popular programs likely to open for new applicants in 2023.

Scholarships for science students 

Boster Bio Scholarship 

Quantia: $1,000
Data limite: 30 de Junho de 2022
Limitações de elegibilidade: High school senior interested in biomedicine; college student involved in biomedical research; 3.6 minimum GPA

Sobre: Boster requires an essay about students' plans in the biomedical or healthcare industries. Applicants can submit transcripts, research abstracts, and program acceptance letters.

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Programa de Bolsas Creative Biolabs

Quantia: $1,000
Data limite: 30 de Setembro de 2022
Limitações de elegibilidade: Science or medical student; accepted or enrolled in college  

Sobre: Students complete the online application and upload a video of their scholarship acceptance speech.

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Bolsa Novus Biologicals

Quantia: $1,500
Data limite: July 20, 2022 (fall); December 8, 2022 (spring)
Limitações de elegibilidade: College student with a declared major in a health, medical, or life science

Sobre: Applicants complete a short online form and submit proof of their declared major. They write two short essays about their chosen field of study.

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Parkinson's Foundation Summer Student Fellowships 

Quantia: $4,000 and summer fellowship
Data limite: Early December 2022 (application opens October 2022)
Limitações de elegibilidade: Advanced undergraduate or medical student interested in Parkinson's research

Sobre: Students work with mentors to submit a research proposal. They write a personal statement explaining their interest in Parkinson's research. The application must include transcripts and a recommendation letter.

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R&D Systems scholarship

Quantia: $1,500
Data limite: July 20, 2022 (fall); December 8, 2022 (spring)
Limitações de elegibilidade: Enrolled or accepted college students; pursuing a medical, health, or life science major

Sobre: Students write two short essays about their chosen major. They fill out an online application and upload degree program verification.

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RTK Environmental scholars program 

Quantia: $1,500
Data limite: 31 de maio de 2022
Limitações de elegibilidade: Enrolled in an undergraduate program (not a college senior); 3.0 minimum GPA; biology, environmental science, or engineering major

Sobre: Students write an essay about their environmental science career plans. They complete a short online application and submit transcripts.

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Scholarships for technology students

The technology category includes many degrees and concentrations. Operations management, web development, and data science all fall under the tech umbrella. Computer science concentrations may include cybersecurity or artificial intelligence. 

These varied program options result in dozens of scholarships. Begin your search by exploring our detailed list of computer science scholarships. If you are pursuing an information technology degree, review our IT scholarships resource.

Scholarships for engineering students

The engineering field includes many degrees and career paths. The following list reflects that diversity. Some scholarships benefit students in a specific engineering concentration. Others accept learners from various majors with a particular engineering interest.

Association for Iron and Steel (AIST) steel intern scholarships 

Quantia: $ 6,000- $ 12,000
Data limite: 31 de outubro de 2022
Limitações de elegibilidade: Undergraduate/graduate student studying engineering technology, engineering, computer science, safety, industrial hygiene, or data science; 2.5 minimum GPA

Sobre: Award recipients enjoy a paid summer internship at a steel-related company before collecting the scholarship funds. The application includes an essay and a recommendation letter.  

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The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) undergraduate engineering scholarships 

Quantia: $ 3,000- $ 10,000
Data limite: 1 de dezembro de 2022
Limitações de elegibilidade: Undergraduate student at an institution with ABET recognition or an ASHRAE student branch; 3.0 minimum GPA; pursuing a degree that prepares for HVAC&R professions

Sobre: ASHRAE offers 12 scholarships with varying awards. Students submit transcripts and three recommendation letters. The application includes several short essay questions. 

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The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) engineering scholarships 

Quantia: $ 1,000- $ 13,000
Data limite: Application opens December 2022
Limitações de elegibilidade: ASME student member; enrolled in ABET-accredited program; pursuing mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology degree

Sobre: ASME offers dozens of scholarships to mechanical engineering students. Specific application requirements vary. 

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The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Engineering Undergraduate Scholarship 

Quantia: $3,000
Data limite: 15 de dezembro de 2022
Limitações de elegibilidade: Undergraduate enrollees at institutions with recognized engineering programs; demonstrate interest in nondestructive testing 

Sobre: Students submit their degree program outline and transcripts. They must also write an essay about how their career plan relates to nondestructive testing and evaluation.

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The Electrochemical Society (ECS) IE&EE Division Student Achievement Award 

Quantia: $1,000
Data limite: 1 de Setembro de 2022 
Limitações de elegibilidade: Enrolled college students interested in applied electrochemistry or electrochemical engineering

Sobre: Students submit a future research project summary and explain how it relates to electrochemical engineering. ECS also requests transcripts, a resume, and a recommendation letter.

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The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Power & Energy Society (PES) scholarship plus initiative  

Quantia: $2,000-$7,000 (over three years)
Data limite: 30 de Junho de 2022
Limitações de elegibilidade: Undergraduate electrical engineering major; 3.0 minimum GPA; attending ABET-accredited institution; interested in energy engineering and electric power

Sobre: Awardees can renew the scholarship for three years. They must maintain a 3.0 GPA and take power engineering courses. Recipients also need career experience and IEEE/PES memberships. 

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Scholarships for math students

Actuary of Tomorrow — Stuart A. Robertson Scholarship 

Quantia: Até $ 10,000
Data limite: junho de 2023
Limitações de elegibilidade: Rising college sophomore, junior, or senior; 3.0 minimum GPA; two completed actuarial exams 

Sobre: This scholarship awards actuarial science majors who show academic excellence. Students can apply through The Actuarial Foundation's website.

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Alice T. Schafer Mathematics Prize 

Quantia: $ 250- $ 1,000
Data limite: October 1, 2022 (application opens August 15, 2022)
Limitações de elegibilidade: Undergraduate woman studying mathematics

Sobre: Anyone can nominate a woman who has shown excellence in her math career. They must write a letter and prove the nominee's academic merit.  

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Bolsa Barry Goldwater 

Quantia: Up to $7,500 per year (for one to two years)
Data limite: January 27, 2023 (application opens in September)
Limitações de elegibilidade: College sophomore or junior at two- or four-year college; 3.0 minimum GPA; intended research in mathematics, natural science, or engineering

Sobre: Goldwater campus representatives nominate students. The application must include transcripts and three recommendation letters. Applicants complete a questionnaire and research essay.

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Casualty Actuary Society (CAS) Trust Scholarship

Quantia: $ 2,500- $ 5,000
Data limite: 31 de janeiro de 2023
Limitações de elegibilidade: CAS Student Central member; full-time college student; complete one actuarial exam by March 31, 2023

Sobre: CAS requests two recommendation letters and official transcripts. Applicants must also write an essay.

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DW Simpson Actuarial Science Scholarship 

Quantia: $1,000
Data limite: April 30, 2023 (fall); October 31, 2022 (spring)
Limitações de elegibilidade: Rising college seniors studying actuarial science; 3.2 minimum GPA in major courses; 3.0 minimum overall GPA; passed one actuarial exam

Sobre: Students must complete a simple online application. DW Simpson requests a short essay exploring career goals and a resume. 

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Leo W. and Alberta V. Thomas Utz Scholarship — Math 

Quantia: Up to $16,000 ($4,000 per year)
Data limite: 31 de janeiro de 2023
Limitações de elegibilidade: Undergraduate/graduate earning math degree; 3.25 minimum GPA

Sobre: To renew the scholarship, students must maintain a 3.25 GPA. Applicants must submit a short essay and two to four recommendation letters. Applicants can email the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution for more application information.

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Em conclusão

Whether you want to study electrical engineering or biology, the STEM scholarships above can help make your degree more affordable. Review the application requirements for each award. Once you have found scholarships you are eligible for, start applying. 

You can apply to as many as you want. Remember to include all the necessary materials and submit applications on time.