GOVERNOR'S STEM SCHOLARS
The Governor’s STEM Scholars brings together New Jersey’s next generation of STEM leaders, high school and college students, with the people, organizations, and opportunities shaping STEM across the state.
Through hands-on research, site visits, and direct connections with New Jersey’s leading STEM professionals and institutions, Scholars build the skills, knowledge, and relationships that will help them succeed in college, careers, and beyond.
With more than 1,100 alumni, the Governor’s STEM Scholars is building a statewide network of talented young people prepared to lead the future of STEM in New Jersey.
2027 SCHOLARS
BECOME A GOVERNOR’S STEM SCHOLAR
Applications for the 2026–2027 Governor’s STEM Scholars class are now closed.
Applications for the 2027–2028 class will open in March 2027. Check back then to learn more and apply.
KEEPING NEW JERSEY'S STEM TALENT IN NEW JERSEY
New Jersey is home to one of the nation’s strongest STEM communities. The Governor’s STEM Scholars helps young people see the opportunities available to them here and build connections with the people and organizations shaping the state’s future.
By connecting talented students to New Jersey’s STEM community early, we are building a pipeline of future scientists, engineers, researchers, and innovators who see New Jersey as a place to learn, build careers, and lead.
OUR IMPACT
2026 Year in Review
Explore the Scholars, research, experiences, and partnerships that defined the 2025–2026 year and see how we are preparing the next generation of New Jersey’s STEM leaders.
100
Scholars
Graduated
13
Research Teams
THE GOVERNOR'S
STEM SCHOLARS
EXPERIENCE
SPONSORS & PARTNERS
