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Draper Scholars Program
PROGRAM ADMISSIONS
Ready to apply? Learn about the process and important dates here. When applications open on Dec 1, 2023, there will be a link to the application portal.
Program Requirements
Program Requirements
Prospective scholars need to meet the following eligibility requirements to apply:
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Must be a U.S. citizen
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Must be working to complete an M.S. or Ph.D.
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Must be attending one of the participating universities
Participating Universities
Participating Universities
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Boston University
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Brown University
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George Mason University
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Harvard University
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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Northeastern University
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Purdue University
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Rice University
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Tufts University
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University of Colorado, Boulder
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University of Massachusetts, Lowell
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University of Michigan
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University of South Florida
Materials to Submit
When applying to Draper Scholars Program, prospective scholars must submit the following:
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Resume & transcript
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Statement of purpose
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2 references
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University application status
When applications open on Dec 1, 2023, there will be a link to the application portal.
Students are strongly encouraged to coordinate with Draper staff and university faculty before applying to the Scholars Program. Points of contact for all research topics or email [email protected].
Important Dates and Deadlines
Applications for the 2023-2024 academic year are closed. Applications for the 2024-2025 academic year will open on December 1st, 2023.
Important Dates
December 1, 2023
Scholar applications open
December 15, 2023
Research Proposals are due by professors and Draper staff
February 15, 2024
Scholar Applications due
March 15, 2024
Scholar Offers Made
April 8, 2024
2024 Draper Symposium
May 15, 2023
Scholar Offer Acceptance Deadline
August 19, 2024
Scholar Orientation, Semester Begins (start dates vary by university)
Students are strongly encouraged to coordinate with Draper staff and university faculty before applying to the Scholars Program. Points of contact for all research topics or email [email protected].
