Prepare to Lead the Way in STEM
The Artemis Scholarship for Women in STEM is a program designed to educate a new generation of women leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). This scholarship covers:
- Tuition and fees
- Food and housing
- Textbook expenses
- …and more!
At Hollins, Artemis Scholars will benefit from strong relationships among the faculty, alumnae/i, and the scientific community, greater career-related awareness and opportunities as well as leadership skills development.
Scholarship funds are available for students who intend to major in biology, chemistry, environmental science, or mathematics.
$1 Million
Grant from the National Science Foundation
to support the Artemis Scholarship for Women in STEM
$0 Debt
Artemis Scholars receive a full ride to Hollins University
including tuition, room and board, and other fees including books
65 years
The Hollins Science Seminar,
an annual celebration and presentation of student research, began at Hollins in 1957! (Scroll down for more about the Science Seminar.)
What’s In It for Me?
- A full ride to Hollins University — NO DEBT from pursuing your undergraduate degree
- Access to customized Artemis programming that includes leadership skills development through the Batten Leadership Institute and courses on research design and methods
- A guaranteed paid summer research experience in the Artemis Summer Collaborative Research Program
- A sponsored Signature Internship experience during your junior or senior year, with options for additional internships throughout your undergraduate experience
- A student success coach and STEM faculty advisor — available from day one until you graduate
- An alumnae/i mentor who will help you navigate your path at Hollins from entrance to graduation and beyond
- A network of faculty and students who are dedicated to supporting you throughout your journey, both inside of the classroom and outside
- Complete access to the vibrant and intimate Hollins campus community!
Check back in August 2025 for Application Information
and Deadlines for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle!
Additional Important Details
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How do I apply?
[NOTE: The deadline for priority consideration for 2025 first-year students has passed. You may request more information about next year’s process by clicking here, or information about next year’s cycle will be made available no later than August 2025.]
It’s simple! To receive priority consideration, complete the following no later than November 1, 2024.
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- Apply for admission to Hollins University
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- Complete your Artemis Scholars application
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- Apply for need-based aid, including submission of the CSS profile and FAFSA
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Who can be an Artemis Scholar?
To be eligible for an Artemis Scholarship, you must:
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- Be a full-time student who intends to major in biology, chemistry, environmental science, or mathematics
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- Be a United States citizen, permanent resident, national, or lawfully admitted refugee
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- Demonstrate financial need through the FAFSA application. Priority is given to students with limited income
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- Demonstrate academic motivation and a strong interest in STEM through the Artemis application
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- Be admitted to Hollins University
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What is the selection timeline?
- November 1 – Deadline to apply for Artemis Scholarship
- December – Invitations for scholarship interviews sent
- February 16 & 17 – Scholarship interview (on-campus or virtual)
The Annual Hollins Science Seminar
Since 1957, Hollins has held an annual Science Seminar where students give oral presentations, or via elaborate poster presentations, or both, to an audience of students, faculty, parents, and others in the Roanoke community.
44
Hollins student presenters
at the 2023 Science Seminar
31
total research projects
presented in poster format at 2023 Science Seminar
1,500
Student presenters (estimated)
since the Science Seminar began back in 1957!