Amount: $7,500
Deadline: Last Friday in January
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: No
About
The Barry Goldwater Scholarship is one of the oldest and most prestigious national scholarships in the natural sciences, engineering, and mathematics in the United States. It identifies and supports college sophomores and juniors who show exceptional promise of becoming the nation's next generation of research leaders.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.0+
- Sophomores and juniors planning research careers in natural sciences, engineering, or mathematics.
Required Materials
- Application form
- Research essay
- 3 recommendation letters
- Official transcripts
Timeline
Nominations open in September. Applications due in January. Winners announced in March.
Tips
Focus on demonstrating your research potential and experience. Get strong letters of recommendation from faculty who know your research work well.