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Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-for-Service Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). The SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program is a combined educational and workforce development opportunity for STEM students.
It offers scholarships for undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students pursuing degrees in SMART STEM disciplines, with guaranteed employment at a DoD facility after graduation.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U.S. Undergraduate or Graduate students pursuing a STEM degree in an approved SMART STEM discipline, willing to complete summer internships and work for a Department of Defense related facility upon graduation. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows full tuition, annual stipend ($30,000 - $46,000), summer internships, book and health allowance. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-for-Service Program are due December 1, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-for-Service Program is funded by U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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