Science and Engineering Scholarships
Investing in your education is one of the most important decisions you’ll make, and we’re here to help make it more affordable. The College of Science and Engineering offers over 80 scholarships designed to support your academic journey and help you stay focused on your goals.
Each department offers unique opportunities based on financial need, your area of study, future plans, and other criteria. Take the time to explore the scholarships available and apply for those that align with your path.
Applications are open now through March 17. Don’t miss your chance to take full advantage of the support available to you.
Departmental scholarships
General college scholarships
NEW SCHOLARSHIP AVAILABLE - DEADLINE TO APPLY IS December 1, 2025
The George A.L. Gant Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2023 by Kevin '04 and Tanya Vandenberg in loving memory of George A.L. Gant, who passed away in 2020. George changed the world through science, philanthropy and mentorship. George worked at Dow Corning Corporation for over 30 years, retiring in 1999. He touched the lives of many people and will live on in their hearts and minds forever. The Vandenberg's hope that the InSciTE program will help spark the next mind that can change the world. This non-renewable scholarship will support Undergraduate recipients pursuing a degree within the College of Science and Engineering who have a cumulative minimum GPA of 2.8 and demonstrate financial need. Recipients must be currently pursuing or accepted into the InSciTE Certification Program.
Requirements
- Qualified recipients must be pursuing a degree within the College of Science and Engineering
- Qualified recipients must be an Undergraduate student
- Qualified recipients must demonstrate financial need
- Qualified recipients must have a cumulative minimum GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale
- Qualified recipients must be currently pursuing or accepted into the InSciTE Certification Program
- The scholarship is not renewable
George A.L. Gant Scholarship Application
The Valensky Family Scholarship
Award: $2000
Qualifications
- Must be a signed CSE major.
- Must have an overall GPA of at least 2.75.
- Must be a resident of either Michigan or Minnesota.
- Must demonstrate financial need.
Application
Applicant must satisfy the four criteria listed above and must submit a short essay (one page maximum) on how they meet the financial need requirement.
Selection process
Every year, three departments in CSE will choose representatives to sit on a scholarship committee. They will select one winner each year.
Timeline
Applications must submitted by March 17. The recipient will be notified by the end of the academic year.
Valensky Family Scholarship application
The Bernie Meister Scholarship
Award: $2000
Qualifications
- Must have completed at least one year of STEM curriculum at CMU.
- Must be a full-time student in an undergraduate STEM curriculum.
- Must have an overall GPA of at least 3.2.
- Must have graduated from a high school in either Midland or Isabella County.
Application
Applicant must satisfy the four criteria listed above and must submit a short essay (two pages maximum) on how and why they are interested in science. The essay will be weighted more heavily than GPA.
Timeline
Applications must submitted by March 17. The recipient will be notified by the end of the academic year.
Bernie Meister Scholarship applications
STEM Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2022 by CMU faculty members Dr. Leela Rakesh, Dr. Anja Mueller, Dr. Lisa Gandy, Dr. Choon Lee, to support and encourage students to complete their degree in a STEM related program. The STEM fund was made possible with the help of many CMU alumni, friends, and family.
Qualifications
- Student must be majoring in or intending to major in any program in the College of Science and Engineering or Neuroscience.
- Student will be an incoming freshman, current freshmen, or sophomore with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- First preference will first be given to students who have demonstrated experience in or commitment to working with historically underserved or underprivileged populations, or experience living or working in diverse environments. Of the students meeting the above first preference, preference will then be given to first-generation college students or international students.
- Enrolled students must provide a letter of recommendation.
The scholarship may be renewed up to four times following the initial award.
Timeline
Applications must submitted by March 17. The recipient will be notified by the end of the academic year.
