Science, Mathematics, And Research For Transformation (SMART) Scholarship 2027/2028

October 29, 2026

Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship 2027/2028

Brief Description

The Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-for-Service Program 2027/2028 is a premier education and workforce development initiative funded by the U.S. Department of War (DoW). If you are pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM), this program offers a powerful pathway to launch your career without military service. As a SMART scholar, you receive complete financial backing, including full tuition and annual stipends ranging from $30,000 to $46,000 depending on your degree level, while gaining hands-on experience through summer internships at world-class DoW facilities. Whether you are an incoming college freshman, a current undergraduate or graduate student, or an existing DoW civilian employee, this opportunity empowers you to focus entirely on your studies and step directly into an impactful civilian career upon graduation.

Name of Host Institution

U.S. Department of War (DoW) / Regionally accredited U.S. colleges or universities

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Requirements/Eligibility Criteria

Be a citizen of the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or United Kingdom
Be 18 years of age or older by January 1, 2028
Have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Be currently pursuing, or intend to pursue, education in Fall 2027
Plan to attend, or be enrolled in, a regionally accredited U.S. college or university
Be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Request between 1 to 5 years of degree funding, with funding beginning in August 2027
Complete summer internships for awards greater than 1.5 years
Accept a one-for-one post-graduation service commitment as a civilian employee of the Department of War

Deadline

December 4, 2026

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Q: What financial benefits come with the SMART Scholarship?

Scholars receive full-tuition coverage with no cap, monthly stipends ranging from $30,000 to $46,000 based on degree level ($30,000 for bachelor's, $40,000 for master's, and $46,000 for doctoral students), $1,000 annually for school supplies, and $2,500 to offset health-related costs.