The Graduate Studies Scholarship at the University of South Carolina Aiken offers up to $500 per year to Master of Computer Information Systems graduate students, providing in-state tuition rates for non-resident and international students. This scholarship is awarded by the Department of Computer Science, Engineering & Mathematics to support students in their advanced studies in technology and numbers.
The Department of Computer Science, Engineering & Mathematics at the University of South Carolina Aiken (USCA) is a hub of innovation and discovery, providing students with a deep understanding and appreciation of mathematics, computer science, and engineering. The department is dedicated to equipping students with both the knowledge and analytical prowess required to excel in today’s technologically driven world.
What This Scholarship Offer?
- Analytical Training Students engage in problem-solving activities designed to enhance critical thinking and communication skills using graphical and numeric symbols.
- Engineering Excellence Receive top-tier instruction in key courses that form the backbone of USCA’s engineering program, ensuring a strong foundation in the principles and practices of engineering.
- Educator Preparation Gain the essential mathematical background needed for aspiring elementary and secondary school teachers, preparing them to educate the next generation of innovators.
- Career and Graduate Preparation Build a robust foundation for advanced studies or jumpstart a career in computer science, engineering, or mathematics with comprehensive coursework and practical experience.
Benefits of the Graduate Studies Scholarship
The Graduate Studies Scholarship (GSS) offers up to $500 per year to Master of Computer Information Systems (MCIS) graduate students. This competitive and renewable award provides significant benefits, including:
- Financial Support: Helps offset the costs of graduate education, making it more accessible.
- In-State Tuition Rates: Non-resident and international students awarded the scholarship qualify for in-state tuition rates.
- Professional Development: Encourages students to excel academically and gain valuable work experience in their field.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Graduate Studies Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Academic Excellence: An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher. If the applicant has already taken graduate classes, a graduate GPA of at least 3.0 is required.
- Enrollment: Must enroll in at least nine (9) graduate credit hours each semester of the award, unless fewer hours are required to graduate or during the summer.
- Exclusive Scholarship: Applicants may not be the recipient of any other scholarships or a graduate assistantship.
- Additional Considerations: Selection is competitive and may include additional considerations such as work experience and GPA.
Application Process
Applicants must submit an official undergraduate transcript to verify their GPA and fill this form (https://www.usca.edu/academics/departments/sciences-engineering/computer-science-engineering-mathematics/mcis/mcis-scholarship-application/). Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an award, as the selection process is competitive. All students, whether awarded or denied, will be notified by the Department of Computer Science, Engineering & Mathematics.
