Da Vinci Science Center STEAM Student Scholarship Awards

H/Da Vinci Science Center STEAM Student Scholarship Awards

Previously known as the Hall of Fame Student Scholarship Awards

Apply for the Da Vinci Science Center 2022 STEAM Student Scholarship Awards today.

The Science Center seeks spectacular high school science students in Lehigh and Northampton counties for prestigious student awards. In addition to joining a long list of notable prior winners, each of the honorees shall receive a $2,000 scholarship.

Scholarships awarded ($2,000 each):

One (1) Erel STEM Scholarship Award* – girl/woman, need-based and merit-based
Two (2) High School Seniors – all genders, merit-based
One (1) 9th to 11th Grade Students – all genders, need-based and merit-based
One (1) Allentown School District 9th to 11th grade student – all genders, need-based and merit-based

Applicants for the Da Vinci Science Center STEAM Student Scholarship Awards must be:

High School students seeking funds to support extracurricular STEAM activities (9th-11th grade) or post-secondary studies (12th grade)
Engaged in curiosity and creativity beyond the classroom
Involved in and integrates 2 or more of the following– science, technology, engineering, arts, and math
Persistent, even in the face of obstacles
Able to demonstrate their ability to inspire others to engage in and pursue STEAM
Attending school in Lehigh or Northampton County
In good standing academically with a 3.2 GPA or higher

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Application Process

Feb. 28, 2022: Application Deadline
March 18, 2022: Applicants notified of finalist status by this date
Week of March 21, 2021: Virtual finalist interviews with Selection Committee (20 min. interview, between 5-9 p.m.)*
March 31, 2022: Winners notified by this date
April 26, 2022: Da Vinci Science Center STEAM Celebration

*Nominees should hold evenings this week open in the event they are selected.

A complete application will include:

Applicant information
Resume highlighting your involvement in science and your leadership experience
Reference letter
Applicant essay

Examples of Extracurricular STEAM Activities for Grades 9-11

Includes needed travel, housing, application fees and tuition for programs like but not limited to:

Pre-college summer programs
Leadership programs
Research opportunities
Entrepreneurship programs
STEAM Course Dual Enrollment at a local college
After school programs
STEAM themed competitions
Internships
PA Governors School for the Sciences

*The Erel STEM Scholarship is funded by Fusun Bubernack, philanthropist and entrepreneur, in honor of her parents, Hasan Fehmi & Sabahat Erel, and their commitment to the importance of quality education and the pursuit of excellence. This scholarship provides both a mentorship opportunity as well as financial support of $2,000 to be used toward the cost of tuition.

Contact: scholarships@nulldavincisciencecenter.org