Scholarships available in the College of Science, Technology, and Health
Additional information on College of Science, Technology, and Health scholarships can be found at usm.maine.edu/csth/scholarships.
Some scholarships are awarded by faculty nomination while others require an application. Please look carefully at the criteria to be sure you qualify for an award before applying.
Any Science |
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Louis B. Woodward Scholarship
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Awarded to a science major judged outstanding in ability and achievement. Faculty Nomination |
Applied Sciences (Applied Medical Sciences, Computer Science, Engineering, Technology, Environmental Science) |
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Brian C. Hodgkin Scholarship
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Must be a declared applied science major who is a Maine resident. Recipients may be incoming students with promise of being able to achieve the requisite grade point average of continuing students, or continuing students having at least a 3.0 GPA and demonstrated financial need (must have applied for financial aid). |
Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Unity Lodge #3
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Eligible students will be Maine residents with demonstrated financial need (must have applied for financial aid), and be a declared applied science major in good academic standing (3.0 GPA or better). |
NiSource
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Student must be a declared applied science major, having comleted at least 30 credit hours toward their major, of which at least 15 credits have been completed at USM. Student must be registered for at least 6 credit hours during the semester of the award and have a GPA of at least 3.0. |
Information Science (Computer Science, Information & Communications Technology, or Computer Engineering) |
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Time Warner Scholarship
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Eligible students who are full-time, undergraduate students at USM with a desclared major in Information Science or a related field (computer science, information and communications technology, or computer engineering). Must be a Maine resident with a 3.0 GPA. * This scholarship requires two written recommendations, at least one of which is from a faculty member in the candidate's major department. Recommendations should be sent electronically to Jennifer Dean, jdean@usm.maine.edu. |
Time Warner "Women in Technology" Scholarship
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Eligible students who are female, full-time, undergraduate students at USM with a desclared major in Information Science or a related field (computer science, information and communications technology, or computer engineering). Must be a Maine resident with a 3.0 GPA. * This scholarship requires two written recommendations, at least one of which is from a faculty member in the candidate's major department. Recommendations should be sent electronically to Jennifer Dean, jdean@usm.maine.edu. |
STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) |
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Hagge Family Scholarship, $400 |
Recipients must be Maine residents pursuing an udnergraduate degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics in the College of Science, Technology, and Health and have a demonstrated financial need. Current students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. |
Chemistry |
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Emily Baxter Neuwirth Award
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Established in 2004 and recognizes a chemistry major who has demonstrated superior performance in analytical chemistry, both in the classroom and in the laboratory. Faculty Nomination |
Computer Science |
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WEX, Inc.
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Eligible students must be enrolled as full-time students in USM's Computer Science programs at either the undergraduate or graduate level, be entering their sophomore year or higher, be Maine residents, and have at least a 3.0 GPA. |
Engineering |
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Masi Engineering Research
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Eligible students must be enrolled as degree candidates in the engineering program, have at least a 3.0 GPA, and be engaged in engineering research during the semester of the award. |
Texas Instruments Electrical & Mechanical Engineering Scholarships
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Eligible students must be sophomores or juniors enrolled full time as degree candidates in the electrical or mechanical engineering program who intend to complete their degree within the normal 4 year schedule, and have at least a 3.0 GPA. The scholarship will provide support for the last two years of their education if now a sophomore, or the last year if now a junior. |
Environmental Science |
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L.L. Bean
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Established in 1997 through the Maine Business for USM Scholars Program. This scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in Environmental Science. Faculty Nomination |
Exercise, Health, and Sport Sciences |
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Exercise, Health, and Sport Sciences Scholarship
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Awarded to students who demonstrate excellence within a EHSS major. Students are evaluated in the areas of academic performance, professional goals, service to the department and University, as well as reseach interests. |
Jesse Garbacik Memorial Scholarship
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This scholarship is awarded by the Garbacik Family in memory of Exercise Physiology student Jesse Garbacik. It is awarded to students majoring in Exercise Physiology who have demonstrated superior academic and clinical achievement within their field. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. All applicants must be approved by Dr. Christopher Scott prior to submission. |
Geoscience |
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James W. Pendleton Scholarship
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Established in 2002 by the family and friends of James W. Pendleton. Given to a student in Geoscience who exemplifies the three traits for which Professor Pendleton was known: civility, integrity, and a demonstrated interest in the environmental or geological fields. Faculty Nomination |
Robert N. Miller Earth Science Award
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Established in 1987 to honor Robert Miller, Professor of Geology from 1946-1977, who exhibited excellence in teaching, guidance, and service. The recipient is an outstanding senior majoring in the field of earth sciences. Faculty Nomination |
Mathematics & Statistics |
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Helen D. '85 & Waldeck E. Mainville, Jr. Scholarship |
Given to students majoring in mathematics with a preference given to those who desire to enter the teaching profession. Faculty Nomination |
Recreation & Leisure Studies |
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James V. Sullivan Scholarship
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Established in 1991 upon Professor Sullivan's retirement at the end of his 32 year career. This scholarship is awrded each year to a major in RLS who has an outstanding acadmic profile, has been active in a variety of university and community service endeavors and has the potential to be an excellent professional in the field. |
Department of Recreation & Leisure Studies Scholarship
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Awarded to students who demonstrate excellence within the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies. |
Technology |
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William G. & Laura S. Hooper Scholarship
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The scholarship will be awarded to students majoring in technology with priority going to those students who are non-traditional. Recipients must be enrolled at least half-time (6 credits per semester) in order to receive the award. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required and recipients must have demonstrated financial need. |
Society of Manufacturing Engineers Scholarship
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Created at USM by the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, Chapter 46, Portland, ME, in 1989. The award is given to a student in the Department of Technology with a major in industrial technology or manufacturing engineering technology. Faculty Nomination |
The actual receipt of an awarded scholarship is contingent upon your enrollment status at USM and meeting the specified conditions of the scholarship.
For more information contact:
Bonnie Stearns, Director of Student Services
bstearns@usm.maine.edu
207-780-5050
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