The Boston University College of Engineering FIRST Robotics program is awarded to students who have participated in the FIRST Robotics program for at least one full season in high school and who have applied and been admitted to the College of Engineering. FIRST Scholars also receive funding to participate in a research program with a College of Engineering faculty member for up to 10 hours per week for one semester in the first two years of study. Those who maintain an overall grade point average of 3.40 are guaranteed admission to a BU College of Engineering master of science program. Applicants must have their FIRST team advisor submit this required recommendation form and letter of recommendation no later than February 1.