Managed by the Delaware Division of Small Business in collaboration with BioConnect DE, the Delaware STEM Talent Advancement and Retention (STAR) Fund provides a compelling reason to start that journey in Delaware.
Donor Name: BioConnect DE
State: Delaware
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 07/31/2025
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
By offering financial support for student loan payments, this initiative connects talented individuals across the state with opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.
The STAR Fund was created to incentivize, retain, and attract higher education graduates employed or considering employment in STEM fields in Delaware by providing reimbursement of higher education loans.
Supported by state and private funding, the program offers eligible participants up to $6,000 to help reduce their student debt. Graduates from any accredited college or university—including Delaware Technical Community College, Delaware State University, and the University of Delaware—are encouraged to apply and take the next step in their professional journey right here in Delaware.
Eligibility Criteria
- Hold an associate, bachelor’s, graduate, or post-graduate STEM degree from an accredited postsecondary institution.
- Be employed full-time (35+ hours per week) by a Delaware-based employer. This includes companies with:
- Principal place of business is in Delaware.
- At least 51% of employees work at a Delaware-based location.
- Registered to conduct business in Delaware and reported Delaware tax liability the previous year.
- Work in one or more eligible fields:
- Life, natural, or environmental sciences
- Computer information or software technology
- Advanced mathematics or finance
- Engineering
- Medical device technology
For more information, visit Bio Connect DE.
