Marlins IMPACT Scholarship Program

IMPACTing Student Success in STEM through
Integrating, Mentoring, Programming, and Cohort Training

What is the Marlins IMPACT Scholarship Program?

The Marlins IMPACT Scholarship Program provides need-based scholarships for academically talented undergraduates majoring in STEM disciplines at VWU in a national effort to increase numbers of students graduating in STEM disciplines and joining the U.S. STEM workforce. 

Support for STEM Scholars

  • Provides need-based scholarships for academically talented undergraduates majoring in STEM disciplines.
  • Receive $11,000 each academic year as a declared major in biochemistry, biology, chemistry, computer science, cybersecurity, Earth and environmental sciences, or mathematics. 
  • Receive academic support, including one-on-one faculty advising, individualized tutors, mentors, and STEM-themed seminars to ensure successful completion of degree.
  • Participate in STEM Bridge, a summer transitional program on the VWU campus (stipend provided) with other STEM Scholars, and engage in collaborative, multidisciplinary research.
  • Receive a $6,000 stipend to engage in a summer research or internship experience
  • Career Placement: work closely with VWU career services to network with STEM professionals who can assist with job placement or admission to graduate school.
  • Receive a Marlins STEM Starter Kit, which includes an electronic tablet, graphing calculator.

Eligibility Requirements

  • You must plan to attend VWU, major in one of the STEM disciplines offered:

Application Requirements

  • Complete and submit the online application.
  • You must submit 1) a brief statement describing your interest in pursuing a STEM major and 2) two letters of recommendation from high school math and science teachers.

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For more information on the Marlins IMPACT Scholarship  Program please contact: globalcampus@vwu.edu