RESET Project
Application Deadlines
Applications will open March 1.
Together, we are resetting tech culture to Represent Excel and Support Equity in Tech. Through career development, community building, and scholarship support, the RESET Project aims to increase the number of Black, Latina, and Native American (BLNA) women graduating with computing degrees.
Our program is supported by Reboot Representation, a coalition of 21 leading companies committed to doubling the number of Black, Latina, and Native American women receiving computing degrees by 2025. The coalition works to achieve that goal through targeted, philanthropic investments in the often-overlooked programs and institutions that make education and careers in computing more equitable.
Build a community for BLNA women and their allies to support and encourage them throughout their computing degree and beyond.
Provide opportunities for BLNA women to explore careers in the tech workforce through networking events, mentorships, and career opportunities.
Use scholarships to reduce the financial burden of a college education and address systemic wealth disparities.
The RESET Project provides annual scholarships to 20-40 BLNA women in computing majors through a year-long cohort program with a focus on leadership, academic excellence and empowerment. Students can only receive the scholarship for one year.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is required of RESET Scholars once accepted into the program?
- Attend the RESET Scholars Induction Ceremony
- Attend the RESET Fall Kick-off event
- Meet regularly with the RESET Excel team to navigate academic success in both 1:1 and small group settings
- Commit to at least 1 session of the I4C Industry Mentoring Program (1 of 2 sessions)
- Engage in monthly leadership and career prep support including Break Through Tech workshops, Diversity Conferences, technical career talks, and Career fairs.
- Attend at least 3 RESET Community Building events per semester
- Support the recruitment for the next cohort of scholars
- Attend the Diversity in Tech Celebration each semester
What benefits would I receive as a RESET Scholar?
- Access to the RESET Excel Team—including a success coach, peer mentor/tutor, alumni industry mentor and UMD computing faculty
- Technical workshop on the latest technology and programming languages
- Industry Field Trips and/or Site Visits
- Exclusive RESET community building events
- Access to the Reboot Representation Coalition
- $3,000 per year scholarship
