Quantum Scholars Program

The Quantum Scholars programÌýprovides a scholarship and opportunitiesÌýto help students learn about the quantum field, including connecting students with local industry and quantum technology. The program supports undergraduates in physics, engineering and computer science with the aim to advance quantum education and workforce development through professional development, co-curricular activities, and industrial engagement.

What to expect

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  • Professional development opportunities with talks from leading scientists in the quantum field
  • Tours of national labs and local quantum companies
  • Connections to internship and employment opportunities through the Physics and Quantum Career & Internship Fair
  • Community-building activities through regular meetings
  • Educational opportunities such as the Quantum Hackathon

Joining the program

Join a cohort of leading ¾«Æ·SMÔÚÏßӰƬ students committed to learning more andÌýadvancing our efforts in quantum sciences and engineering. Earn a scholarship, learn more about the quantum sector, and build community with like-minded students, staff and faculty.

Applications are currently open for Spring 2026. Current members of the Quantum Scholars program as of Fall 2025 will automatically be enrolled as members in Spring 2026 and do not have to reapply. The application includes consideration for financial aid. Applications for the Spring 2026 semester are due November 21, 2025 at 5:00 pm MT.

Quantum Scholars Eligibility Requirements and ApplicationÌý


Funding for Quantum Scholars

Quantum Scholars is supported by the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, the Department of Physics, and byÌýgenerous contributions from alumni, industry, and other external partners.Ìý

  • Tim Valle
  • Chris Monroe
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  • SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics
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  • Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP)
  • Tom Bliska and Gray Boyce
  • Joe and Cindy Mitchell
  • Myatt/Hatcher Family
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  • Infleqtion
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  • Vescent

Atom Computing, Bridger Photonics, Honeywell, IonQ, KM Labs, LongPath Technologies, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Meadowlark Optics, NIST, Quantinuum, Sandia National Laboratory, RadiaSoft, Stable Laser Systems, ThorLabs

Quantum Scholars Sponsorship LevelsÌý

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ÌýÌýStudents with questions about the program should contact faculty advisorsÌýProfessor Mike RitzwollerÌýor Professor Noah Finkelstein.Ìý
ÌýÌýInterested in supporting Quantum Scholars? Contact Professor Mike RitzwollerÌýor Professor Noah Finkelstein.