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Semmes Distinguished Scholars in Science Scholarships, USA

Trinity University is proud to offer the Semmes Distinguished Scholars in Science Scholarships, providing full tuition and a $5,000 stipend to support future leaders in STEM. If you’re a first-year student aiming to major in STEM fields like biochemistry, psychology, or geosciences, this scholarship is for you.

Eligible applicants should intend to pursue studies in biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, geosciences, mathematics, neuroscience, physics, psychology, or related areas.

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Trinity University is a private liberal arts institution renowned for its rigorous academic programs and vibrant campus life. Established in 1869, it emphasizes a balanced education that combines the liberal arts with professional programs, fostering critical thinking, leadership, and a global perspective. Trinity offers diverse undergraduate programs, especially excelling in science, engineering, and business. With small class sizes and a low student-to-faculty ratio, Trinity ensures personalized learning experiences.

Application Deadline: November 6

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: Trinity University
  • Department: Science and Engineering
  • Course Level: Undergraduate, First-Year Students
  • Award: Full Tuition and $5,000 stipend
  • Access Mode: Online
  • Number of Awards: Two or three scholarships awarded annually
  • Nationality: Open to domestic and international students
  • The award can be taken in: United States

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: All nationalities
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded to students intending to major in one of the following STEM fields: biology, biochemistry, biochemistry and molecular biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering science, geosciences, mathematics, neuroscience, physics and astronomy, or psychology.
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
    • Be first-year undergraduate students.
    • Demonstrate strong academic achievement, supported by an official high school transcript and a recalculated core GPA on an unweighted 4.0 scale.
    • Submit optional standardized test scores (ACT or SAT); Trinity considers the highest scores from each test and subtest submitted.
    • Not be transfer, continuing, or graduate students.

How to Apply

  1. Apply to Trinity University by Early Decision I (ED) or Early Action (EA) for undergraduate admission.
    • Deadline: November 1
  2. Submit the Semmes Scholars Application with an expanded resume in addition to the general Trinity application.
    • Deadline: November 6
  3. Attend a finalist interview and event on campus if selected, on February 1, 2025.
    • Final Deadline: February 3, 2025

Benefits

  • Full tuition coverage for up to 8 semesters, renewable annually as long as recipients:
    • Maintain satisfactory academic progress with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
    • Remain enrolled full-time each semester.
  • A $5,000 stipend, which can be used for research support, professional travel, and materials.

Important Details

  • Semmes Scholars are selected through Trinity’s admissions process, without consideration of income.
  • Scholarship renewal requires recipients to remain in good academic standing.
  • Recipients are ineligible for other institutional grants or scholarships and must use the award exclusively for fall and spring tuition (summer study is not covered).
  • This scholarship does not require repayment.

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