🌍 Overview
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Award Amount
€5,000 to €10,000 per academic year
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Duration
1 to 4 years (Duration of the degree program)
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Deadline
Typically June or July annually
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Fields
Computer Science, Software Engineering, Financial Technology, Mathematics
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Awards/Year
Varies annually (typically 10-20 awards per cycle)
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Acceptance
Check official website (Highly competitive)
The Stripe FinTech Scholarship is an initiative by the global payment platform Stripe to support students, particularly women and underrepresented groups, in the fields of software engineering and financial technology. It provides financial aid to cover tuition costs and offers a robust mentorship program to bridge the gap between academic study and industry practice.
👥 Who Should Apply
Applicants must be enrolled or accepted into a relevant degree program at a partner university, demonstrating academic excellence and a passion for technology.
🏛️ Host University
University of Limerick (and other partner Irish institutions)
🔬 Fields of Study
Computer Science, Software Engineering, Financial Technology, Mathematics
✨ Key Benefits
Financial support for educational expenses combined with direct mentorship from industry experts and potential career pathways at Stripe.
🎯 Target Students
Women and underrepresented minorities in STEM
🏷 Tags
FinTech
Computer Science
Women in STEM
Ireland
Engineering
Stripe
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
Yes (Partial or Full depending on the award tier)
Living Stipend
Varies (Stipends are sometimes included in the lump sum)
Total Award
€5,000 to €10,000 per ac
✈️ Travel: No
🏠 Accommodation: No
💊 Health Insurance: No
🔄 Renewable: Yes
💳 App Fee: Free
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Yes (Partial or Full depending on the award tier)
🏠 Living Stipend
Varies (Stipends are sometimes included in the lump sum)
🎁 Other Benefits
Mentorship from Stripe engineers, internship opportunities, professional development workshops, and networking events.
📋 Renewal Conditions
Must maintain a minimum academic standing (e.g., 2.1 Honors or 3.0 GPA) and remain enrolled in an eligible STEM course.
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Female students and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds in technology.
🎓 Academic Level
Undergraduate and Postgraduate
📊 Minimum GPA
3.0 or H2.1 equivalent
🗣️ English Requirement
Proficient (IELTS 6.5+ or equivalent if non-native speaker)
💼 Work Experience
Not required (Internship experience is a plus)
🏆 Leadership
Preferred (Demonstrated through extracurriculars or community involvement)
💰 Financial Need
Considered in the holistic review process
🎯 Target Students
Women and underrepresented minorities in STEM
📝 Application Requirements
Rec Letters
Yes (Typically two academic references)
Interview
Yes (Finalists are interviewed by a panel from Stripe and the University)
Documents Required
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport / National ID
- Yes (Typically two academic references) Recommendation Letters
- CV / Resume
- Personal Statement / Essays
- Proficient (IELTS 6.5+ or equivalent if non-native speaker)
- Interview: Yes (Finalists are interviewed by a panel from Stripe and the University)
- Min GPA: 3.0 or H2.1 equivalent
📋 Application Process
Focus on your technical projects and your vision for the future of financial technology. Highlight any challenges you have overcome to pursue a career in STEM.
💡 Insider Tip: Familiarize yourself with Stripe's API and company culture. Mentioning specific ways you align with their mission of 'increasing the GDP of the internet' can set you apart.