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Scholar Dudes in Computer Science Scholarship

Funded by
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Golden Diploma LLC
$1,000
2 winners, $500 each
Awarded
Application Deadline
Feb 20, 2023
Winners Announced
Mar 20, 2023
Education Level
Undergraduate
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Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
Undergraduate
Major:
Computer Science
Education Level:
Major:
Undergraduate
Computer Science

As society increasingly depends on technology, the computer science field is more important than ever. 

With over 2.17 million people currently working in the computer science industry, the field is prospering and continues to grow. As a way of supporting the growth of computer science, the Scholar Dudes NFT project aims to bring together a community of people who believe in the power of education, but with less of the financial burden. Through the sale of our 10,000 unique Scholar Dude NFTs, we are committed to creating scholarship opportunities for deserving students across the country. This first scholarship is focused on students who are pursuing the field of Computer Science. 

Undergraduate students are eligible to apply if they are majoring in computer science. To apply, write about why you chose to pursue a degree in computer science and what you aspire to accomplish.

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Published November 18, 2022
$1,000
2 winners, $500 each
Awarded
Application Deadline
Feb 20, 2023
Winners Announced
Mar 20, 2023
Education Level
Undergraduate
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Essay Topic

Why did you choose to pursue a degree in Computer Science?

400–607 words

Winners and Finalists

March 2023

Winners
Andre Harris1st PLACE
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
Wynona Lam2nd PLACE
DePaul University
Carol Stream, IL
Finalists
Gabriella Green
University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Fairmont, NC
Kaelynn Kelly
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
Olivia Walton
Temple University
Coatesville, PA
Nastasia Turnbough
Loyola University New Orleans
Pineville, LA
Vanessa Studans
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Warren, MI

Winning Applications

Andre Harris
West Chester University of PennsylvaniaPhiladelphia, PA
If I had to put it into different words, I'd say that computer science chose me. I was always interested in video games as a kid and life created a path for me to turn this passion into my career. During the 6th grade, I attended a STEM school; one day, the teacher introduced us to Scratch. Whenever she assigned Scratch assignments to the class, I was always the first one to complete them. I developed a deep interest in Scratch that lasted until 2020. During that time, I'd make simple games, but one game idea I had jumpstarted my move toward computer science. It was a mining tycoon game where you can mine, upgrade, and sell crystals. This project grew so complex that I had to port it to Unity to publish it on websites. The game didn't become popular, so I abandoned it and moved on to my next idea: a magic survival game. This project, which is what I'm working on currently, started last year in Unity 2D. Building a game in 2D is complicated so I made the move to Unity's 3D engine. The decision was wise because I had access to a lot more features such as the particle system. I am proud of my progress so far and hope to release it on Steam within the next 2 years. Small Unity games aren't my only pieces of work. During the spring, I created a Mersenne prime finder in Snap, a remake of Scratch. This summer, I ported it to C# in Visual Studio. Earlier in the summer, I made a program that acts as an ATM. The user is required to register a 16-digit card number and a 4-digit PIN of their choosing. Afterward, the user can log in to their account with the option to withdraw money, deposit money, or log out. I have no other Visual Studio projects in the works right now, but I am searching for ideas on programs to create. I plan to enter game development or software development after I graduate from Kutztown University. I don't have a clear career goal right now, but I would likely create or help create an app that helps to combat the ongoing mental health crisis. Overall, I chose to pursue a degree in computer science because it's what my everyday life is based on, and my interest in what is possible continually grows.
Wynona Lam
DePaul UniversityCarol Stream, IL

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FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Feb 20, 2023. Winners will be announced on Mar 20, 2023.

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What is the scholarship award?

Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.

When will the scholarship winner be chosen? How will they be notified?

The winner will be publicly announced on Mar 20, 2023. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.

How will the scholarship award be paid?

Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.

How will my scholarship application be verified?

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Does the scholarship have terms and conditions?

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