STEM Opportunities
Scholarships and programs tagged with a STEM field — science, math, engineering, computing, and more.
38 opportunities, filtered live from the verified catalog.
Case Western University Scholarship
Case Western University
Case Western awards merit scholarships to admitted students, with larger named awards for top applicants. Some require an interview or extra application.
Open to: High school seniors
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Generation Google Scholarship
Generation Google
For students pursuing computer science who are committed to diversity in tech. It provides funding plus connection to Google's student community.
Open to: High school seniors, undergrad & grad (CS/tech)
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Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards
Hispanic Heritage Youth
Recognizes Latino high school seniors excelling in categories like STEM, business, and the arts. Winners receive grants and national recognition.
Open to: Hispanic high school seniors (GPA 3.0+)
Restricted — check eligibility
Meyerhoff Scholars Program (UMBC)
Meyerhoff Scholars Program (UMBC)
A nationally recognized program at UMBC that supports students committed to advancing minorities in STEM and research. It combines funding with intensive mentoring.
Open to: High school seniors (STEM; Ph.D./MD-PhD aspirations)
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Microsoft Tuition Scholarship
Microsoft Tuition
A merit-based scholarship for students pursuing computer science and related fields. Awards vary and reward passion for technology.
Open to: Undergraduate (CS/engineering/STEM; GPA 3.0+)
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NACME Scholarships
NACME
Supports underrepresented students of color studying engineering and computer science. Awards are typically given through partner universities.
Open to: HS seniors & undergrads (engineering/CS; underrepresented minorities; GPA 3.0+)
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NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing
NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing
Recognizes women and nonbinary students for their computing achievements and aspirations. Winners join a supportive community with access to scholarships and internships.
Open to: 9th-12th grade students (NCWIT focus: girls/women & underrepresented genders in tech)
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NSBE Scholarships
NSBE
Scholarships offered through the National Society of Black Engineers for STEM students. Membership also connects you to a huge professional network.
Open to: HS seniors & undergrad/grad (NSBE members; engineering/STEM)
No demographic restrictions (human-reviewed)
NSHSS Foundation Scholarships
NSHSS Foundation
The National Society of High School Scholars offers many scholarships across academics, STEM, the arts, and leadership. Awards vary and cover many student profiles.
Open to: High school & college students (NSHSS members; all grades)
No demographic restrictions (human-reviewed)
Palantir Future Scholarship
Palantir Future
A tech scholarship for students underrepresented in STEM, with several tracks. It pairs funding with mentorship from Palantir.
Open to: Undergrad/master's (CS/engineering; underrepresented in STEM)
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Purdue Trustees
Purdue Trustees
Purdue's top merit scholarships for high-achieving incoming students, especially strong in STEM. Awards are renewable across four years.
Open to: High school seniors
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Rensselaer Medal
Rensselaer Medal
A scholarship awarded through high schools to outstanding juniors in math and science. If you're selected and later enroll at Rensselaer, you receive a guaranteed award.
Open to: High school juniors (math/science; school-nominated)
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SHPE Scholarships
SHPE
Scholarships for Hispanic students pursuing STEM, especially engineering. It comes with a large professional network and conference opportunities.
Open to: HS seniors, undergrad & grad (Hispanic/Latino; STEM; SHPE members; GPA 2.5+)
Restricted — check eligibility
The Actuarial Foundation Scholarships
The Actuarial Foundation
Scholarships for students pursuing actuarial science and related quantitative fields. It's a niche but valuable route if you love math and risk.
Open to: HS seniors & college undergrads (interest in actuarial/math career)
No demographic restrictions (human-reviewed)
Tylenol Future Care Scholarship
Tylenol Future Care
A scholarship for students pursuing careers in healthcare. It rewards a clear commitment to caring for others.
Open to: College seniors -> grad school & grad students (healthcare fields; 1+ yr remaining)
No demographic restrictions (human-reviewed)
University of Richmond Scholars
University of Richmond
Richmond's merit scholarships recognize top applicants in areas like leadership and STEM, up to full tuition. Some require an early application.
Open to: First-year applicants (top achievers + leadership; finalist interview; ~25 awards)
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ActionQuest
ActionQuest
Summer sailing and scuba programs where teens build seamanship and leadership on the water. Programs include marine biology and adventure.
Open to: Teens ages ~12-19 (varies by program; some require scuba certification)
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Arkansas Governor's School
Arkansas Governor's School
A tuition-free residential summer program for gifted Arkansas students entering their senior year. It emphasizes big ideas and interdisciplinary learning.
Open to: Arkansas resident juniors (rising seniors; nominated by high school; ~400 selected)
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AwesomeMath Summer Program
AwesomeMath Summer
An intensive program focused on olympiad-style problem solving. It's a strong fit if you want to level up for math competitions.
Open to: Middle & high school students ages 12-18 (gifted; competition math)
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Barnard Pre-College Programs
Barnard Pre-College
Pre-college programs for young women at a college within New York City. Options range from intensive academics to a liberal-arts immersion.
Open to: High school students 14+ (rising soph/junior/senior/gap year by program; women-focused)
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Boston University RISE
Boston University RISE
A six-week program offering a mentored research internship or a group practicum in science. It gives high schoolers a real taste of university research.
Open to: Rising HS seniors (entering senior year; US citizens/permanent residents; A-/A GPA)
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Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM)
Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM)
A free program that helps students from low-income backgrounds enter advanced math pathways, starting in middle school. It provides summer study plus years of follow-on support.
Open to: Middle schoolers (after 6th grade = Discovery; after 7th = Summer Away); low-income/underserved
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Broadreach
Broadreach
A student travel organization with summer programs in scuba, marine biology, wilderness, and service abroad. Programs are hands-on and adventure-based.
Open to: Middle & high school students (ages ~12-18; some trips 15+; also college dive programs)
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Camp Cardiac
Camp Cardiac
Affordable week-long camps that introduce students to cardiology or neuroscience and the path to medicine. They're run largely by medical students.
Open to: High school students 15+ (interested in medicine/healthcare)
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Canada/USA Mathcamp
Canada/USA Mathcamp
A five-week program offering a huge range of advanced math classes you choose yourself. It's known for a warm, quirky community as much as its math.
Open to: Mathematically talented students ages 13-18 (worldwide; Precalc completed)
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Cornell University Summer College
Cornell University Summer College
An Ivy League pre-college program where students take real Cornell courses for credit. It's a strong way to test college life and academics.
Open to: Rising juniors/seniors (grades 10-12; residential 16-18; also online)
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Davidson THINK Summer Institute
Davidson THINK Summer Institute
A three-week program where gifted younger teens take college courses for credit. It's designed for highly advanced students ready for university-level work early.
Open to: Exceptionally gifted students ages 13-16 (US citizens/residents; SAT/ACT + nomination)
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Euler Circle
Euler Circle
A program offering rigorous, college-level math classes and even research projects for advanced students. It's aimed at those who've outgrown school math.
Open to: Advanced high school students (not yet graduated; advanced math maturity)
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Exploration Summer Programs (EXPLO)
Exploration Summer Programs (EXPLO)
A long-running enrichment program with dozens of hands-on courses. It's great for exploring interests before committing to a college major.
Open to: Middle schoolers ages 12-14 (rising grades 7-9); international welcome (English required)
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Georgia Governor's Honors Program (GHP)
Georgia Governor's Honors Program (GHP)
A free residential summer program for gifted Georgia students across many subjects. Students are nominated by their schools and selected through interviews.
Open to: GA rising juniors/seniors (nominated as sophomores/juniors; public/private/home school)
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Girls' Angle
Girls' Angle
A math club and program that supports girls in developing mathematical ability and confidence. It emphasizes mentorship and exploration over competition.
Open to: Girls in grades ~5-12 (club); Bulletin/mentoring broader
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Hampshire College Summer Studies in Mathematics (HCSSiM)
Hampshire College Summer Studies in Mathematics (HCSSiM)
A six-week program where students spend hours a day exploring mathematics deeply. It's demanding and immersive, aimed at students who love thinking about math.
Open to: Talented HS students (usually after soph/junior year; some after 9th w/ advanced math)
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iD Tech Camps
iD Tech Camps
A large network of tech camps teaching coding, game design, and AI. It's beginner-friendly and good for a first structured tech experience.
Open to: Kids & teens ages 7-19 (weeklong camps 7-17; 2-week Academies 13-18)
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IDEA MATH
IDEA MATH
A program focused on building problem-solving skills for math competitions. It's structured by level, so you can start where you fit.
Open to: Students entering grades 6-12 (able/contest-oriented; placement test)
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Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY)
Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY)
A long-running program offering advanced courses to academically talented students. Options span math, science, writing, and the humanities, online or on campus.
Open to: Advanced/gifted grades 2-12 (day 2-6; residential 5-12; qualifying test scores req.)
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MathILy
MathILy
A residential program built around discovering serious mathematics through exploration. It's playful but genuinely rigorous.
Open to: Mathematically talented HS students (worldwide; ages ~14-17; EAR exam)
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Michigan Math and Science Scholars (MMSS)
Michigan Math and Science Scholars (MMSS)
A series of two-week STEM courses at the University of Michigan taught by faculty. It's a good way to sample college-level science on a research campus.
Open to: Rising HS sophomores/juniors/seniors (worldwide; 1+ yr HS, not graduated)
Not yet reviewed
Google STEP Internship
Google STEP
A paid summer software-engineering internship built for first- and second-year college students, with a focus on students underrepresented in tech. You work on a real project with a mentor and other STEP interns.
Open to: Undergraduate (1st-2nd year)
Not yet reviewed
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