Apply

Application portal opens February 5th, 2023 for Fall 2023-Spring 2024.

Eligible students will receive an email with a personalized link to the application.

If you need assistance accessing the application, please contact the Admissions Office at 1-800-988-5368.

They will be reviewed on a first-come basis for a limited number of scholarships.

Ohio resident and U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Major in one of Kent State’s eligible STEM majors (see here for a complete list of majors)
First year or transfer students (first time degree-seeking at Kent State University)
Minimum 3.0 GPA (high school or undergraduate)
Registered for at least 6 credit hours (enrolled in full-time or part-time study)
First-generation and underrepresented students are strongly encouraged to apply
Former College Credit Plus students are welcome to apply
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

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