Astronaut Scholarship Foundation Scholarship

Astronaut Scholarship Foundation

Up to $15,000Schools submit nominations around the end of March (March 30 last cycle), and campuses set earlier internal deadlines

Who can apply: Students already enrolled in college; studying Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics; U.S. citizens and permanent residents.

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More than 70 STEM sophomores and juniors at participating universities win up to $15,000 each, plus a conference, mentoring and a network of astronauts. A faculty member at your school has to nominate you.

What you'll need to apply

  • Nomination required: A faculty member at a participating university has to nominate you
  • 2 recommendation letters: Letters of recommendation
  • Essay (about 500 words): Personal statement, one page maximum
  • Transcript
  • Resume or activities list: Resume or CV
  • U.S. citizen enrolled full-time at a participating university as a sophomore or junior

Requirements can change each cycle. Confirm them on the sponsor's page before you apply.

Real odds

70 awards given out each cycle

Eligibility

  • • Majors: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, STEM
  • • Must already be enrolled in college (not open to incoming high school seniors)

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