The College of Engineering and Information Technology (COEIT) and UMBC are dedicated to research, innovation, and education. The College works in partnership with state and federal agencies and industry to promote the transfer of research applications that benefit society. We distinguish ourselves by our continued commitment to crossdisciplinary research and education. We provide outstanding education opportunities to undergraduate students in Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer science, Business Technology Administration, and Information Systems. COMMON SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION 2014-2015 This Common Scholarship Application may be used to apply for one or more scholarships offered to students pursuing a major in the College of Engineering and Information Technology at UMBC. Application Instructions 1. Please read all directions carefully. Refer to the scholarship descriptions listed on Pages 3 & 4 to review the specific eligibility requirements for each scholarship. Scholarships noting required Sophomore, Junior, or Senior status refer to the student s academic standing at the start of the Fall 2014 semester. 2. In order to process your application, we must receive the following materials: [ ] Common Scholarship Application Form [ ] Personal Statement [ ] Resume [ ] 2014-2015 FAFSA must be on file with UMBC Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships to be considered for scholarships that list financial need as a requirement. 3. Submit completed application to: coeitscholarships@umbc.edu or in person to: College of Engineering & Information Technology Office of the Dean 1000 Hilltop Circle, ITE 217 Baltimore, MD 21250 Please submit applications by February 14, 2014 for priority consideration.
SCHOLARSHIPS Please check the boxes for each scholarship to which you are applying. Students will be considered for a particular scholarship only if they meet the eligibility requirements that are listed on pages 3 and 4. AFCEA CMD Scholarship Anthony Alvarez Award AOL/Advertising.com Scholarship Danaher Scholarship INCOSE Foundation Scholarship Vijay Jose Memorial Scholarship Dottie Koh Memorial Scholarship Legg Mason Scholarship Janice Antoine Lumpkin Scholarship Mercedes-Benz Scholarship Mrs. George F. Meyer Scholarship John B. Schwartz Scholarship Gregory Schwerdt Endowed Memorial Scholarship TIAG Scholarship Tresys Technology Scholarship W. Patrick Wilson Scholarship PERSONAL INFORMATION Applicant Name UMBC ID UMBC Email Address Major Cumulative GPA Credits Earned Anticipated Graduation Date US Citizen (Y/N) Maryland Resident (Y/N) Current Street Address City State Zip Permanent Street Address City State Zip Phone (Home) Phone (Cell/Other) PERSONAL STATEMENT In addition to this form, your application must include a 300 to 500 word typed personal statement describing your academic and professional interests, as well as any information pertinent to the scholarship(s) to which you are applying. RESUME Your resume should reflect all applicable work history, research experience, community service, leadership experience, and awards. 2
SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Please read the criteria for each scholarship to determine whether you meet the eligibility requirements to apply. AFCEA CMD Scholarship Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Information Systems major Maryland community college graduate Minimum 3.2 GPA Anthony Alvarez Award Full-time Junior or Senior Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering major Demonstrated record of leadership and community involvement Maryland Resident and U.S. Citizen AOL/Advertising.com Scholarship Full-time Junior or Senior Computer Science, Information Systems, or Business Technology Administration major CWIT Affiliate Program participant or a student with a demonstrated commitment to the success of women in technology Danaher Scholarship Full-time Mechanical Engineering major INCOSE Foundation Scholarship Full-time Sophomore, Junior, or Senior Engineering major Strong history of work or research and STEM awards Willingness to attend INCOSE annual holiday party Dottie Koh Memorial Scholarship First-year female engineering student This scholarship is open to applicants who will be starting their first year at UMBC in Fall 2014. This particular scholarship will not be awarded until January 2015. Legg Mason Scholarship, 2 nd semester or later Information Systems, Business Technology Administration, or Computer Science major Janice Antoine Lumpkin Scholarship Full-time Junior or Senior Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, or Math major Commitment to the advancement of minorities in the sciences Mercedes-Benz Scholarship Mechanical Engineering major or member of UMBC Chapter of the Society of Automotive Engineers Member of Mini-Baja team for two years Named outstanding contributor to the Mini- Baja team Mrs. George F. Meyer Scholarship Full-time transfer student Engineering major CWIT Affiliate Program participant or demonstrated commitment to success of women in engineering Vijay Jose Memorial Scholarship Full-time Junior or Senior Information Systems or Business Technology Administration major Active in UMBC student activities Applications must be submitted by February 14, 2014 for priority consideration. Awards listed are contingent on the availability of funds for the 2014-2015 Academic Year. Submit completed applications to coeitscholarships@umbc.edu or submit in person to Office of the Dean, 1000 Hilltop Circle, ITE 217, Baltimore, MD 21250
John B. Schwartz Scholarship Information Systems or Business Technology Administration Major Graduating Senior Displayed outstanding scholarship and service to the university Faculty recommendation in sealed envelope required Gregory Schwerdt Endowed Memorial Scholarship Completed gateway requirements for Information Systems, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering major Demonstrates a commitment to the success of students with mental or physical disabilities or illnesses, or is a student with a mental or physical illness as documented by UMBC Student Support Services. TIAG Scholarship Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science major Tresys Technology Scholarship Full-time Sophomore or Junior Computer Science major Interest in Computer Security W. Patrick Wilson Scholarship Full-time Junior or Senior Engineering major Minimum 2.8 GPA Demonstrated record of community service and leadership ADDITIONAL SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Center for Women in Technology (CWIT) Scholars Program Cyber Scholars Program CyberCorps Scholarship for Service Information Assurance Scholarship Program Meyerhoff Scholars Program Sherman STEM Teacher Education Program S-STEM Scholars Program T-Site Scholars Program http://www.cwit.umbc.edu/ http://cybersecurity.umbc.edu/cyberscholars/ http://www.cisa.umbc.edu/scholarships.php http://www.cisa.umbc.edu/scholarships.php http://www.umbc.edu/meyerhoff/ http://www.umbc.edu/shermanprogram/ http://www.umbc.edu/me-sstem/ http://www.cwit.umbc.edu/tsite/ Applications must be submitted by February 14, 2014 for priority consideration. Awards listed are contingent on the availability of funds for the 2014-2015 Academic Year. Submit completed applications to coeitscholarships@umbc.edu or submit in person to Office of the Dean, 1000 Hilltop Circle, ITE 217, Baltimore, MD 21250
SCHOLARSHIP AWARD AMOUNTS 2014-2015 Awards and award amounts listed are contingent on the availability of funds for the 2014-2015 Academic Year. AFCEA CMD Scholarship $1000 Anthony Alvarez Award AOL Scholarship $1000 Danaher Scholarship $5000* Dottie Koh Memorial Scholarship INCOSE Foundation Scholarship $500 Janice Antoine Lumpkin Scholarship Legg Mason Scholarship $500* Mercedes-Benz Scholarship Mrs. George F. Meyer Scholarship $5000 John B. Schwartz Scholarship $300 Gregory Schwerdt Endowed Memorial Scholarship TIAG Scholarship $2500* Tresys Technology Scholarship $2500* Vijay Jose Memorial Scholarship $200 W. Patrick Wilson Scholarship *Multiple recipients Applications must be submitted by February 14, 2014 for priority consideration. Awards and amounts listed are contingent on the availability of funds for the 2014-2015 Academic Year. Submit completed applications to coeitscholarships@umbc.edu or submit in person to Office of the Dean, 1000 Hilltop Circle, ITE 217, Baltimore, MD 21250
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