Virginia Community College STEM Scholarship Program (2024-25)

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Overview

The Community College STEM Scholarship provides a one-year, non-renewable award of $2,000 for students enrolled full time during the award period at one of Virginia’s Community Colleges. Students must be majoring in a science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) field and be interested in pursuing a career that supports NASA’s mission including careers in the aerospace sector.

Who qualifies?

If you're a current freshman enrolled full-time at a Virginia community college in your second semester, you could qualify. This award is for your sophomore year. You should be enrolled in a STEM-related major with at least a 3.0 GPA.

How do you apply?

To apply, you will need to submit an online application and required documents to VSGC—this scholarship requires a personal statement and two letters of recommendation. Applications are due March 12, and letters of recommendation March 19.

Status

Open for applications

Deadline

🗓 March 10, 2025

Paid to

🏫 Your school

Website

vsgc.odu.edu

What you'll need

Essay

Capture your unique story and ambitions, while writing about the required subject matter.

FAQ

What is a letter of recommendation?

A letter of recommendation (letter of rec) is a letter written by someone in your life who can speak to your achievements, positive traits, and potential. It's basically a summary of why you're great and deserve the scholarship or funding you're applying for! Typically, students ask teachers, mentors, coaches, or employers (never family or friends). FYI: You have to ask someone to write a letter of rec for you.

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation?

Letters of recommendation typically come from teachers, counselors, coaches, leaders in groups you're a part of—basically any person who knows you well and is NOT a family member.

What is a 2-year college?

2-year colleges are sometimes referred to as community colleges and junior colleges. A 2-year college provides two-year programs, such as Associate's degrees. You can also transfer from a 2-year college to a 4-year college.