Selection is based on academic record, extracurricular activities, computer interests and experience, and the creativity of the application. Students who are accepted at Virginia Tech in Computer Science will receive an application form for fall scholarships from the department in the spring preceding their enrollment. Spring Investment in Excellence scholarships are awarded in January following a successful fall semester in the department. Depending on Funds, recipients may also be awarded a second scholarship in January. A yearly scholarship is awarded to a junior student in the Department of Computer Science at Virginia Tech.
Selection is based on student's academic record, extracurricular activities, and a one-page essay.
A one-year scholarship awarded to a sophomore, junior, or senior pursuing a degree in Computer Science at Virginia Tech. In honor of the late George Gorsline who served as the department's first head and was a member of the department for twenty years. This award is given each year to the undergraduate student or students who have shown the most improvement from their first semester freshman year to their third year. Microsoft National Minority Scholarship Microsoft is offering five scholarships to encourage people of color to pursue careers in Computer Science. Microsoft National Female Technical Scholarships Microsoft is offering five scholarships to women to encourage their pursuit of careers in Computer Science.