Top 123 Computer Science Scholarships in December 2023

The Science Ambassador Scholarship is funded by Cards Against Humanity, an adult party card game company that supports charity efforts with its profits. Every year, their Science Ambassador Scholarship awards full tuition to one female high school senior or undergraduate student who submits a three-minute educational video on a STEM topic they're passionate about. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.

Are you a current college student interested in pursuing a research career in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the Barry Goldwater Scholarship! The scholarship is open to nominated applicants who are college sophomores or juniors studying and conducting research in a STEM field. The Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation offers scholarships to STEM students across the country to help ensure that the U.S. is producing enough "highly-qualified professionals" in these critical fields. This particular scholarship serves as a memorial for Barry Goldwater, a former air force officer and senator for 30 years. Recipients of the scholarship receive up to $7,500 to help pay for tuition, fees, books, and room and board. If you are a STEM major passionate about a future research career, we encourage you to apply! Bear in mind that this scholarship runs from the first Tuesday in September to the last Friday in January, every year.

Are you a K-12 student who has created a significant piece of work in the field of STEM, literature, music, or philosophy? The Davidson Institute Fellows Scholarship may be a good fit for you! The Davidson Institute Fellows Scholarship is a life-changing $50,000 scholarship opportunity for any student in the United States who is under 18. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of significant work. This means any work or accomplishment that experts in the field recognize as meaningful and has the potential to make a positive contribution to society. This typically comes in the form of a project completed by the student(s). That’s right, student(s)! You can apply to the Davidson Institute Fellows Scholarship in a group of two! There are also multiple scholarship categories you can choose to apply within, including Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Literature, Music, Philosophy, and Outside of the Box. 

Are you a high school or college student with a love for Minecraft? If so, we may just have the perfect opportunity for you: the Minecraft Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship offers $2,000 to one applicant who best writes about how Minecraft can positively influence one’s education and career development. The scholarship is offered by Apex Hosting, a Minecraft server provider dedicated to supporting both new and experienced server administrators. If you’re a high schooler or college student with a love for Minecraft, it’s time to put your passion to good use and apply to the Minecraft Scholarship!

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year. Niche is giving one student $50,000 to help pay for tuition, housing, books and other college expenses — no essay required!

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for school.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

Are you a student planning to pursue a career in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Scholarship! The National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Scholarship is open to high school seniors and postsecondary students with definite plans to pursue a career in STEM. While all STEM fields are acceptable, those pursuing space-related careers will be shown preference. The scholarship is offered by the National Space Club & Foundation, a nonprofit organization that offers scholarships, fellowships, internships, and other programs to support the education of youths. Each year, the organization grants $15,000 to help one lucky student pay for their postsecondary costs. In addition, the winner will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to speak at the annual Goddard Memorial Dinner in Washington, D.C. If you’re passionate about pursuing a career in STEM and are looking for some help to pay off your chosen degree, we encourage you to apply!

Are you a future engineer in your senior year of high school? Consider applying to the Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship! The Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship is open to high-achieving, low-income students interested in the computer science field. This scholarship is funded by Amazon (yea, that Amazon!). Each year, 100 lucky students are awarded a scholarship to help pay for a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, or other computer science-related fields. If you’re passionate about those STEM fields and need financial help for college, apply now! 

Introducing the AI Innovators Undergraduate Scholarship, a prestigious award designed to empower and inspire brilliant undergraduates in their pursuit of Artificial Intelligence (AI) studies. Created in 2023, this scholarship celebrates exceptional academic accomplishments, remarkable leadership qualities, and an unwavering enthusiasm for the boundless possibilities of AI in shaping the future. CommandBar, the sponsor of the scholarship, is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of AI pioneers, providing invaluable support to those who are dedicated to higher education and a career in this transformative industry. If you are an undergraduate student with a passion for AI, seize this incredible opportunity and apply. Simply craft thoughtful responses to the essay questions, each within 500 words or less, and embark on your journey towards becoming an AI Innovator.

The Ray, NØRP, & Katie, WØKTE, Pautz Scholarship is open to students with a General Class or higher license who reside in the ARRL Midwest Division (Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, or Nebraska). If you're from one of these states and have a passion for radio, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

The ARRL Foundation PHD Amateur Radio Association Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students with an active Amateur Radio License Class. This scholarship is also open to applicants who are the child of a deceased radio amateur. If you reside in the ARRL Midwest Division (Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska) and are studying journalism, computer science, or electronic engineering, this scholarship is perfect for you. Don't miss out on this chance to further your education and pursue your dreams!

The Jake McClain Driver KC5WXA Scholarship is calling all tech-savvy students with a Technical Class (one of three US Amateur Radio licenses) or higher license! If you've got a QSL card received within the past 12 months and reside in Tennessee or elsewhere in the ARRL Delta Division (Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee), this scholarship is for you. The ARRL Foundation, who funds the scholarship, is looking for students studying Electronics, Computers, or Journalism to apply and take their skills to the next level. Don't miss out on this opportunity to further your education and career!

The Indianapolis Amateur Radio Association Scholarship is calling all Indiana residents with an active FCC-issued amateur radio license! If you're studying Electrical or Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields at any postsecondary institution, this scholarship is for you. If no qualified applicant from Indiana is identified, preference will be given to those residing in the ARRL Central Division (Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin). Don't miss out on this opportunity to further your education and passion for amateur radio!

The Ford Driving Dreams Scholarship Program annually awards up to $2,000 and $5,000, respectively, to two- and four-year college students who are pursuing STEM-related career areas that support the Electric Vehicles and Advanced Manufacturing Industries. To be eligible, applicants should be from under-resourced communities that demonstrate financial need. This includes, but is not limited to, Hispanic/Latino students, African American/Black students, and First-Generation college students. Targeted regions include Buffalo, New York, Chicago, Illinois, Cleveland, Ohio, Detroit, Michigan, Kansas City, Missouri, Louisville, Kentucky, and West Tennessee, however, students do not need to be from these regions to apply. If you demonstrate financial need and are pursuing a STEM degree, and especially if you have hopes to work in the electric vehicle or advanced manufacturing industry, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

Are you an international or DACA female student looking to earn a STEM degree abroad? If so, you may be eligible for the MPOWER Women in STEM Scholarship! The scholarship is open to international women who want to earn a STEM degree in the U.S. or Canada and are allowed to legally study in the U.S. or Canada. Thus, international women looking to study in the U.S. must have a Green Card, DACA status, or a valid visa. As for Canada, eligible applicants must be permanent residents or have a valid Canadian study permit. The scholarship is offered by MPOWER Financing, a public-benefit corporation based in Washington, D.C. that is dedicated to advocating for women in STEM. They look to reduce financial barriers to international education, and with this program, they hope to support women in obtaining their STEM degrees. Each year, the scholarship recipients receive up to $6,000 to help pay for their degrees. If you are a woman in STEM and are looking for a scholarship opportunity, we encourage you to apply!

The Edison Scholars Program is designed to support exceptional high school seniors in Southern California pursuing a degree in STEM at a four-year college or university. Each year, Edison International will grant this exceptional $12,500 scholarship to 30 high school seniors, enabling them to pursue their passions in STEM and become catalysts for global transformation. The best part? This scholarship is renewable for up to four years, meaning recipients can earn up to $50,000 in award money! Eligible applicants should demonstrate financial need, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and plan to major in one of the following fields - computer and information systems, engineering, engineering technology, management information systems, mathematics, natural resources and conservation, or physical sciences.  Apply now to be considered!

Are you a woman pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in information security or a related field? If so, you might be interested in applying for the SWSIS Scholarships! The scholarships are open to women who are upperclassmen undergraduates or master's students in fields relating to information security. The program is offered by the Applied Computer Security Associates (ACSA) & The Computing Research Association's Committee on Widening Participation in Computing Research (CRA-WP). The program's purpose is to increase women's representation in the information security workforce. Thus, every year, multiple aspiring female information scientists are chosen to receive scholarships worth at least $2,000 to help fund their educations. If you are a woman passionate about obtaining your information security (or related) degree, we encourage you to apply!