SMART 101: Sponsoring Facility Focus Webinar

The Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-for-Service Program awards science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) scholarships to hundreds of incoming college freshmen, current college students, and current U.S. Department of War (DoW) civilian employees every year. The SMART Scholarship is a merit-based opportunity for student’s pursuing STEM degrees at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels. SMART expanded eligibility to incoming college freshmen with no prior college credit, extending the opportunity to high school seniors.

Funded by the DoW, SMART is a unique education and workforce development opportunity for aspiring STEM leaders. While pursuing their degrees, SMART scholars receive full-tuition and an annual stipend that enables them to focus on their studies. Additionally, scholars participate in exciting summer internships at world-class DoW facilities, where they engage in cutting-edge research critical to national defense. These STEM internships provide scholars with mentorship from top scientists and engineers, opportunities to hone their skills, and solid foundations for their future careers. After graduation, scholars begin their one-for-one service commitment and embark on fulfilling DoW civilian careers, where they apply their knowledge and skills to address real-world challenges, significantly contributing to national security and technological advancement.

By providing a pathway to education and an impactful career, the SMART Program accelerates the transition from STEM student to seasoned STEM professional, empowering the research leaders of tomorrow to focus on their passions today.