Students can apply for the STAR Scholars Program in two ways: (1) as prospective students during the admissions process to the University and (2) as current students during the mid-year application process.

The STAR Scholars application for current students is now open!

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Prospective Student Application Process

Are you applying for admission to Drexel and looking to apply to STAR? Apply through the prospective student application in your Discover Drexel portal under the Enrichment & Scholarship tab. Please contact enroll@drexel.edu with any questions.

Launchpad to STAR

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Launchpad to STAR supports student engagement in early undergraduate research. Students are invited to participate in a variety of workshops designed to help them understand what research is and how to get involved. Students can participate in workshops in person or asynchronously. Learn more about the program, eligibility requirements, and how to participate on the Launchpad page on the UREP Sharepoint.

Current Student Mid-Year Application Process

Current Drexel first-year or transfer students can apply for the STAR Scholars Program during the mid-year application process, which opens during the Fall Term and closes in the Winter Term. Current students interested in applying are encouraged to attend a STAR Info Session. Current students with questions about the application can email urep@drexel.edu.

Applications for the 2025-26 STAR Scholars Program open on Monday, November 3, 2025.