The Department of Computer and Information Sciences offers a number of awards and scholarships each spring. Information on each is given below. An announcement is sent by email to all department majors early in the spring term with instructions on how to apply. Applications are due by the middle of February.
Scholarships
Mary Hudson Scarborough Award for Excellence in Computer and Information Systems
For outstanding academic achievement by graduating seniors in computer science, information systems, and information technology. This is a non-monetary award.
Doris K. Lidtke Excellence in Service Award
For students majoring in computer science, information systems, or information technology who have demonstrated academic excellence as well as have provided significant service in their field (as member of a computer club or organization, tutoring, community service, etc.). Minimum overall GPA of 3.5 required. Must be a senior at the time of receiving the funding. To be used for tuition and fees. Full and part-time students eligible. U.S. citizenship not required. Typical award amount: $2,600.
James W. Smith Scholarship
Awarded to a continuing student majoring in computer science demonstrating the qualities of James W. Smith, a colleague in the department who passed away in 2001. This includes enthusiasm for computer science as demonstrated through scholarly achievement and/or encouraging and helping others to learn about the discipline; exemplary scholarship in computer science courses; demonstrated ability in mathematics courses; evidence of the potential for success in the computer science discipline; awareness of the social impact of computing and computers on society; and the need for responsible behavior of professional computer scientists. Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 required. To be used for tuition, fees, room and board. U.S. citizenship not required. Typical award amount: $7,300.
Applied Information Sciences Scholarship
For students majoring in information systems who have demonstrated academic excellence. Minimum overall GPA of 3.5 required. Must be a junior or senior at the time of receiving funding. Full and part-time students eligible. Must be nominated in writing by a faculty member within the department, and a current resume provided. U.S. citizenship not required. Typical award amount: $3,200.
Wendy and Larry Letow Scholarship
For students majoring in computer science, information systems, or information technology who have demonstrated academic excellence. Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 required. Must be a junior or senior at the time of receiving funding. Extra consideration given for those involved in intramural sports. Full and part-time students eligible. To be used for tuition, fees, room and board. U.S. citizenship not required. Typical award amount: $2,000.
CyberCorps: Scholarship for Service
Scholarships are available for students majoring in computer science with a concentration in computer security. Contingent on continued funding by the National Science Foundation. Additional info.
DOD Cyber Scholarship (CYSP)
Mid-Atlantic CIO Forum Scholarships
The Mid-Atlantic CIO Forum provides scholarships to Towson University students. The Forum’s award will benefit successful full-time sophomore, junior or senior undergraduate students studying Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Technology or E-Business who have a 3.6 GPA or higher. Applications are accepted by the university in November for the Spring semester and in April for the Fall semester.