# STEM Supplemental Award

> Up to $1,000 from U.S. Department of State. See the official page for current dates..

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/stem-supplemental-award
- Provider: U.S. Department of State (Federal)
- Award: Up to $1,000
- Deadline: See the official page for current dates.
- Official page: https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/program/stem-supplemental-award/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The STEM Supplemental Award, provided by the U.S. Department of State, is designed for students participating in an overseas study or internship program. To qualify, the applicant's international program must include STEM-related coursework or internships that are integrated into a credit-bearing curriculum. Candidates do not need to major in a STEM field to be eligible for this funding. The program provides up to $1,000 to help cover educational expenses associated with these international STEM experiences, such as lab fees, required equipment, hardware, software, and local transportation. To apply, students must submit a short essay demonstrating their motivation and explaining how the experience aligns with their academic and career goals. Because this program is tied to federal study abroad initiatives, applicants typically need to coordinate their financial aid status through the FAFSA. See the official page for current dates and deadline details.

## Who can apply

- Education level: Undergraduate
- Year: College 1st year, College 2nd year, College 3rd year, College 4th year
- Applicants must be participating in an overseas study or internship program that includes STEM-related coursework or internships. The coursework must be integrated into a credit-bearing program. Candidates do not need to major in a STEM field to qualify.

## How to apply

Complete the supplemental application section and submit an essay of no more than 300 words detailing your motivation for your STEM field and how the study abroad coursework aligns with your academic and career goals.

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Always confirm amounts, rules and deadlines on the official page before applying.