<p>NSF Scholarships</p>
<p>With support from the National Science Foundation, Marist College is offering 12 full tuition, room and board scholarships to students who choose to major in Computer Science or Information Technology and Systems.</p>
<p>The Marist College NSF Scholarship is being offered to academically talented students who wish to major in Computer Science or Information Technology and Systems. </p>
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NSF Scholarship Details
The NSF Scholarship allows Marist to provide an unmatched opportunity to students interested in majoring in Computer Science or Information Technology and Systems. This grant will contribute to the development of IT specialists who will be well-prepared to meet the overwhelming demand expected in the field. </p>
<p>Scholarship recipients will receive a full 4-year tuition, room and board scholarship as well as the benefits listed below: </p>
<p>State-of-the-art PC laptop with cutting-edge processor and graphic accelerator for maximum horsepower
Opportunity to participate in high-level internships and applied research with Fortune 500 companies such as IBM, Aetna, Pepsi, and Verizon
Special advising from the dean and key faculty in the School of Computer Science and Mathematics
Leaders from IBM, Verizon, Aetna, and Pepsi will serve as individual mentors to these students throughout their four years
A two-semester course in game development
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<p>THE CRITERIA FOR SELECTION WILL INCLUDE:
Strength of curriculum and academic performance throughout high school
Standardized test scores (SAT/ACT)
Supplemental essay describing why the student would be a good candidate for this program and Marist College
Interview with the dean and/or faculty from the School of Computer Science and Mathematics
Meeting demonstrated financial need requirements (Federal PELL eligibility)
Proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency
Declaration of Computer Science or Information Technology and Systems as program of study
Full-time enrollment at Marist starting Fall 2010 </p>