About the Program

Loyola University Maryland has been awarded a six-year, $2 million Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM) grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to launch the Empowered Scholars Program. This program supports academically talented students with financial need who are majoring in biochemistry, biology, chemistry, engineering, or forensic science, preparing them to thrive in today’s most in-demand STEM fields.

The Empowered Scholars Program combines financial support and scholarships with Loyola’s hallmark strengths—close faculty mentorship, a strong sense of community, robust academic support, and career development opportunities. Funded by the NSF S-STEM grant, Empowered Scholars benefit from:

• Renewable scholarships and personal laptop support
• Tailored academic enrichment and advising
• Career readiness workshops, internships, and connections with leading industry partners
• A supportive network of peers and mentors in STEM

Graduates of the Empowered Scholars Program will leave Loyola with far more than a STEM degree. They will gain the knowledge, technical expertise, professional skills, and confidence to succeed as leaders and innovators in the STEM workforce.

Why Empowered Scholars?

Empowered Scholars will graduate from Loyola with:

• In-demand STEM expertise—the knowledge, technical training, and professional skills needed for today’s top careers.
• A lifelong network of support—faculty mentors and peer connections that extend well beyond college.
• Stronger economic opportunities—scholarships, career guidance, and preparation for competitive jobs and graduate programs.
• Resilience and direction—the confidence to navigate challenges and pursue academic and career goals with clarity.
• Leadership and innovation skills—the capacity to make an impact as future leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.