Amount: $7,500
Deadline: Last Friday in January (institutional deadlines earlier)
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: Yes
About
The Goldwater Scholarship is the premier undergraduate scholarship in mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering, supporting students who intend to pursue research careers.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.0+
- Sophomore or junior
- US citizen or permanent resident
- Intend to pursue a research career in a STEM field
- Institutional nomination required
Required Materials
- Institutional nomination
- Online application
- Research essay
- Official transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation
Timeline
Institutional deadlines typically in November/December. National deadline last Friday in January. Winners notified by late March.
Tips
Start early with your institution's scholarship office. Develop a clear and impactful research proposal. Obtain strong letters from faculty who know your research potential well.