Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Program

2025 SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program

The SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program is a unique opportunity for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) students to advance their education and jumpstart their careers. SMART provides merit-based scholarships to bachelor's, master's, and doctoral students pursuing STEM degrees. SMART scholarship recipients receive full tuition, annual stipends, summer internships, and after graduation, civilian employment with the Department of Defense. Applications are open annually from August 1 to the first Friday in December. Check your eligibility now to see if you qualify and take the first step toward a successful future in STEM.

Application Deadline: December 5, 2025

For more information and to apply, visit https://www.smartscholarship.org/smart/en.

Questions? Contact Dr. Guillermo Francia, III at gfranciaiii@uwf.edu.