The Kummer Vanguard Scholars program provides scholarships to up to 350 undergraduate STEM scholars each year, based on academic and non-academic criteria.
Each semester, Kummer Vanguard Scholars are provided with experiences that complement what they learn in their labs and classrooms, and expands upon the opportunities available to them as they pursue a STEM degree at Missouri S&T.
Requirements to maintain eligibility
The Kummer Vanguard Scholars Program guides students through an exploration of entrepreneurship, research, design and build, social responsibility, and leadership. Once admitted to the program, scholars must meet the following requirements to remain active and eligible for the scholarship:
- Maintain a cumulative 3.0 or higher GPA
- Be in good standing in a STEM major of study
- Maintain full-time status as a Missouri S&T student
- Participate in a minimum of 80% of the required program initiatives each semester (15 hours). Program initiatives will be offered at various times and days each semester to ensure all scholars have numerous opportunities to attend.
