Victoria Johnson Minority Women in STEM Scholarship
While higher education brings many opportunities and benefits, there are significant financial burdens that come with the process.
The costs of admissions tests, study materials, and application fees quickly add up, especially for students who have to retake exams. After securing admission, there are even more costs to consider, from tuition to housing to textbooks and beyond. Financial need should never stop a student from being able to achieve success and give back to their communities.
This scholarship seeks to support graduating or soon-to-be graduating undergraduate and graduate STEM students as they pursue professional programs.
Any female BIPOC high school senior or undergraduate student who is a first-generation college student pursuing STEM may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, tell us about the challenges you have faced, how this scholarship would help you, and how you plan to give back in the future. Additionally, upload a professional photograph of yourself.
Reflecting on your journey as a STEM student, describe the challenges you have faced or anticipate facing as you pursue a professional program. Consider the financial burden of admissions tests, study materials, and application fees, and how these challenges have influenced or may influence your path.
In your response, discuss how receiving this scholarship would alleviate some of these financial pressures and allow you to stay focused on achieving your academic and professional goals. Additionally, share how you plan to use your future success to give back to the community or support others pursuing similar paths.
In your essay, be specific about your goals, the impact of this financial support, and your vision for contributing to your field and community.
Winners and Finalists
October 2025
Winning Application
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The application deadline is Sep 14, 2025. Winners will be announced on Oct 14, 2025.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Oct 14, 2025. 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.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future 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.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.
