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We offer and advise on a number of scholarships for students majoring in Agriculture and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields.
Climate Smart Agriculture Center Scholarship
The Climate Smart Agriculture Center Scholarship is designed for students majoring in Sustainable Agriculture, Environmental Engineering, or Water Resources Management.
Receive up to $14,000 per year for up to four years! Eligible students will have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
For more information, email cestascshp@centralstate.edu.
Regular Marauder Choose Ohio First Scholarship
Supported by the Choose Ohio First program, the Marauder Choose Ohio First Scholarship is an opportunity to recruit and retain incoming or transfer students with a 3.0 grade point average. Each student will receive an average scholarship of $3,920 that, combined with CSU scholarship funds, will significantly alleviate their financial burden.
Eligibility criteria:
- Must be a resident of Ohio
- 3.0 unweighted cumulative high school or college GPA
- Students must major in Science and Math Education, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Mathematics, Sustainable Agriculture, or Water Resources Management
Climate Smart Summer Bridge Program
The Climate Smart Summer Bridge Program accepts applications from incoming freshmen who have committed to attending Central State University to major in an STEM or agriculture program.
Dates for this five-week residential camp will be announced soon. In addition to receiving college credit, participants will be eligible to receive up to $14,000 in scholarship awards to complete their degree at Central State and have opportunities to engage in research and work for the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).
To receive the scholarship, the student must meet the following requirements:
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Complete a 500-word essay describing your background, why you want major in sustainable agriculture, environmental engineering, or water resources, and why you want to participate in the summer bridge program
- Email a letter of reference from a teacher, counselor, or advisor
To learn more about the Climate Smart Summer Bridge Program, email cestascshp@centralstate.edu.
USDA 1890 National Scholars Program
The United States Department of Agriculture's 1890 National Scholars Program offers scholarships to U.S. citizens who are seeking a bachelor’s degree at one of the nineteen 1890 Land-Grant Universities in the fields of food, agriculture, natural resource sciences, or other related disciplines. The new e-application will be available on Jan. 1, 2025, at https://www.usda.gov/partnerships/1890NationalScholars.
The 1890 National Scholars Program provides full tuition, fees, books, room and board, and a summer internship that may convert to full-time employment with USDA after graduation. High school and college students who are U.S. citizens are eligible to apply.
High school applicant requirements
- Have applied for or have been accepted at one of the 1890 Land-Grant Universities
- Have a high school diploma with an unweighted GPA of at least3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
- Minimum test scores: ACT 21 composite or SAT 1080 combined verbal/math
- Study food, agriculture, natural resource sciences, or other related disciplines
- Demonstrate leadership and community service
College applicant requirements
- Be a college freshman or sophomore
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale
- Attend an 1890 Land-Grant university
- Study Food, Agriculture, Natural Resource Sciences, or other related disciplines
- Demonstrate leadership and community service
For more information, contact the USDA Office of Partnerships & Public Engagement 202-720-6530 or 1890init@usda.gov.
CESTA/USDA 1890 David Scott Scholarship
Funds for the CESTA/USDA 1890 David Scott Scholarship came from the $100 million awarded to the nineteen 1890 Land-Grant Universities in the United States as a result of the Build Back Better Act.
The scholarship supports recruitment and retention, student engagement, mentoring, and training for undergraduate students at Central State who major in an Ag/STEM-related field in the College of Engineering, Science, Technology, and Agriculture.
The scholarship is named in honor of U.S. Congressman David Scott, chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, who successfully spearheaded legislation in the Build Back Better Act to provide permanent funding for student scholarships at the nation's 1890 Land-Grant HBCUs.
The four-year scholarship awards eligible students up to $8,000 per year toward tuition, books, and room and board.
Email questions to cestascshp@centralstate.edu.
Choose Ohio First: Success in STEM Scholarship
Are you a student majoring in Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology, Chemistry, and an Ohio resident? Get up to $8,632 per year for up to four years with the Choose Ohio First: Success in STEM (COFSS) Scholarship!
Choose Ohio First Computer Science Programs of Innovation Scholarship
The Choose Ohio First Computer Science Programs of Innovation Scholarship (COFCPS) is for Computer Science majors or those seeking a certificate in Cyber Security. Awards are up to $10,000 per student per year for up to four years.
Email questions to cestascshp@centralstate.edu.
Creating Excellence in Agricultural Workforce Scholarship
If you are majoring in Sustainable Agriculture, Environmental Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Water Resources Management, Agribusiness, or Agricultural Education, you may be eligible to receive an award of up to $3,000 per year for up to four years with the Creating Excellence in Agricultural Workforce (CREW) Scholarship.
Email questions to cestascshp@centralstate.edu.
Center for Connected and Automated Transportation (CCAT) Research Internship
The Center for Connected and Automated Transportation (CCAT), part of the University of Michigan and the Region V University Transportation Center funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation, is excited to announce the CCAT research internship opportunity. This scholarship and internship program is ideal for students who are passionate about sustainable connected and autonomous vehicles and are eager to contribute to cutting-edge research in transportation technology.
Eligibility requirements
To qualify for consideration, applicants must:
- Be a current sophomore or junior.
- Major in Environmental Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field in sciences or engineering.
- Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Provide at least two letters of recommendation.
- Submit a one-page essay discussing your major and post-graduation plans.
- Submit a one-page research statement focusing on sustainable connected and autonomous vehicles.
Application process
Selected applicants must complete the Responsible Conduct of Research course online and submit the certificate to both the principal investigator (PI) or program coordinator and the Office of Sponsored Research Programs (OSRP) at Central State University.
Letters of recommendation should be sent directly by your faculty advisor or instructor to Dr. Krishna Kumar Nedunuri via email at knedunuri@centralstate.edu.
For more information and to apply, please complete the Research Internship Application Form provided by the CCAT. This opportunity offers a meaningful way to gain hands-on research experience and contribute to the future of sustainable and autonomous transportation solutions.