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Application portal opens February 1st, 2023 for Fall 2023-Spring 2024.
They will be reviewed on a first-come basis for a limited number of scholarships.
Eligibility Criteria
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Ohio resident and U.S. citizen or permanent resident
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Major in one of Kent State’s eligible STEM majors (see here for a complete list of majors)
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First year or transfer students (first time degree-seeking at Kent State University)
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Minimum 3.0 GPA (high school or undergraduate)
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Registered for at least 6 credit hours (enrolled in full-time or part-time study)
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First-generation and underrepresented students are strongly encouraged to apply
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Former College Credit Plus students are welcome to apply
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Undergraduate or graduate Ohio residents or Ohio residents returning to Ohio for graduate school after completing undergraduate studies in other states or countries are eligible to apply
Application Information
- Scholarships are limited and competitive and applications will be reviewed on a first-come basis
- Application requires completion of two short essay questions describing motivation for major and internship or research experiences
- Acceptance of scholarship commits the student to:
- Engaging in at least one work-based learning experience (research, co-op, internship)
- Participating in monthly career preparation workshops and Choose Ohio First group social events
- Meeting regularly with faculty leaders in their majors for additional advising and mentoring
- Completing progress reports each semester