Astronomy plays a crucial role in expanding our understanding of the universe and our place within it. It drives scientific discovery, technological innovation, and deepens our appreciation for the cosmos. By studying celestial objects, we gain insights into the origin of the universe, planetary systems, and the possibility of extraterrestrial life.
Astronomy not only satisfies our innate curiosity but also has practical applications in fields like navigation, communication, and space exploration, contributing to our overall knowledge and progress.
This scholarship will support students who plan to make a career out of their passion for Astronomy.
Any high school senior or undergraduate interested in and/or currently studying Astronomy, Astrophysics, Science or Engineering is eligible to apply for this scholarship. Students with a strong interest in Astronomy will be given preference.
To apply, please tell us what field you are going into and why you are interested in a career in astronomy. Additionally, describe the ideal job for you in 10 years time.
Please tell us what field you are going into and why you are interested in a career in astronomy. Additionally, describe the ideal job for you in 10 years time.
The application deadline is May 24, 2024. Winners will be announced on Jun 24, 2024.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jun 24, 2024. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.