Computer Science Scholarships

High school seniors and undergraduate women and non-binary students pursuing STEM degrees at U.S. colleges may apply for the Cards Against Humanity Science Ambassador Scholarship. Five winners each receive a $20,000 tuition stipend. Film a three-minute public YouTube mini-lecture explaining a STEM topic you are passionate about. The video must be scientifically accurate with cited sources, creative, and not a personal statement. An advisory board of women and non-binary STEM professionals reviews submissions and selects finalists.

Full-time U.S. college juniors and seniors with a minimum 3.4 GPA who are pursuing business or technology careers and plan to enter the workforce directly after graduation may apply for the KMF Professional Excellence Scholarship. The $12,000 award is paid as $3,000 per semester over two years. The program also includes mentoring, group sessions, and performance-based bonuses focused on professional excellence and entrepreneurship. Review the KMF website and submit the application when it opens each spring.

African American residents of Hampton Roads, Virginia with at least a 3.0 GPA who are committed to pursuing a STEM degree may apply for the African American Leadership Society STEM Scholarship administered by United Way of South Hampton Roads. Eligible applicants include high school seniors, currently enrolled college students, and qualifying veterans entering college. Scholarships are worth up to $10,000 toward tuition. The number of awards varies. Women account for at least 50% of recipients, and 25% of awards are designated for first-generation college students. Complete the online STEM application with required materials. Applicants must plan to enroll as a college student majoring in a STEM field. AALS aims to build a pipeline of Black STEM leaders and reduce racial and gender gaps in STEM fields across South Hampton Roads.

High school seniors planning to study computer science or engineering full time at a U.S. college may apply for the Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship. Recipients receive up to $10,000 per year for up to four years based on unmet financial need, plus a paid Amazon internship after freshman year. Selection weighs academics, leadership, activities, and financial need. Up to 200 students may be selected. Applicants must demonstrate authorization to work in the U.S. and submit the online application with academic records and financial need documentation by the posted deadline.

Undergraduate or graduate students with a visible or non-visible disability who are enrolled full time at a four-year university in the U.S. or Canada and major in business, computer science, engineering, math, physics, statistics, or a related field may apply. Applicants should have interest in a financial services career, ideally in capital markets. U.S. recipients receive $10,000. Apply through Lime Connect after joining The Lime Network. Submit contact and education details, a resume, current transcripts, an essay on your career goals and scholarship fit, and one letter of reference from a professor, advisor, or supervisor.

U.S. high school seniors, graduates, and current undergraduates pursuing cybersecurity or artificial intelligence at accredited two- or four-year institutions may apply. Up to 10 scholarships of $10,000 each are awarded. Funds are sent to the recipient's institution within 60 days of selection. Selection weighs academic record, relevant coursework, experience, and demonstrated interest in cybersecurity and AI. Finalists may be invited to explore CrowdStrike internship opportunities.

Transfer students with 60 to 90 credits planning to major in biology, biotechnology, computer science, computer information technology and security, data science and AI, chemistry, or mathematics at Elms College may apply for NSF-supported Elms STEM scholarships. Awards are up to $10,000 per year. Five scholarships are available. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents with FAFSA-documented financial need and admission to Elms. Pre-med and education-only tracks are not eligible. The ElmSTEMs program, funded by the National Science Foundation, provides scholarships and programming for STEM majors with demonstrated need.

High school seniors or full-time undergraduate students at accredited U.S. or Canadian universities studying computer science, computer engineering, or a closely related technical field may apply for the Generation Google Scholarship. Selected U.S. students receive $10,000 based on academic performance, financial need, leadership, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in technology. Google encourages students from historically excluded groups in tech to apply. Submit the online application with proof of enrollment, transcripts, an essay on leadership and DEI commitment, and documentation of financial need.

U.S. Lime Connect network members with disabilities enrolled at a four-year university pursuing a healthcare or STEM degree may apply for the Johnson and Johnson Access-Ability Lime Scholarship. Each recipient receives $10,000 toward education expenses. Submit a resume, transcripts, three essays on healthcare career goals and disability inclusion, and one reference through the Lime Connect application portal. Johnson and Johnson partners with Lime Connect to support students with disabilities pursuing healthcare and STEM careers.

Full-time sophomores, juniors, and seniors at accredited North American universities majoring in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, data science, safety, or industrial hygiene who plan careers in the iron and steel industry may apply. Applicants must be USMCA citizens (U.S., Canada, or Mexico) with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Recipients receive a $7,500 scholarship and must commit to a paid summer internship at a North American steel-related company. AIST assists with internship placement, and self-placed internships require pre-approval. Apply with an essay, resume, transcript, and recommendation letters expressing strong interest in the iron and steel industry by the October 5 deadline.