IGT Scholars will receive the following:
- A summer program following the first year including:
- Summer stipend of $4,500
- Tuition and book coverage for taking URI’s CSC 211 or 212 course in the summer
- Computer Science career professional development and network building with local companies
- Free on-campus housing and meal plan
- Scholarship that goes towards tuition
- $1,000 → Years(2-4)
- Access to:
- Industry mentors
- Workshops (for academic and professional coaching)
- Research opportunities
- Hands on experience through capstone projects
- Opportunities to attend national conferences like Grace Hopper.
- Continuous support through cohort of women in all years of study
Application Process
Applications will be accepted starting November 1, 2024 with a deadline of December 20, 2024. Applicants will be asked to provide the following:
- A short essay explaining why they would like to participate in this program
- Demographic Information
Decisions will be made based on the above information as well as any or all of the following:
- Fall semester grades
- High school transcript
- Personal interview
Eligibility
Any first-year student who identifies as a woman and is a Computer Science major, or intends to be a Computer Science major is eligible to apply. In order to continue in the program, IGT Scholars are expected to maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Selection Process
IGT Scholars will be selected from among the applicants by a committee in the Department of Computer Science and Statistics in conjunction with the Office of the Dean, College of Arts and Sciences. The selection decisions will be made by January 10, 2025.
IGT Scholar Responsibilities
IGT Scholars will be responsible for maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher. They will be expected to:
- Participate in all activities sponsored by the IGT Scholars Program.
- Continue as a Computer Science major.
- Take Computer Science courses as advised by the Program Coordinator.
About our sponsor
IGT is the global leader in gaming. They deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. With a presence in more than 100 countries around the world, they also have a well-established local presence, including 2 office locations in Rhode Island.
Questions? Contact Dr. Lisa DiPippo (ldipippo@uri.edu)