Each year NC Space Grant awards $1,000 undergraduate scholarships to students attending its member institutions who are pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). At the end of the academic year scholarship recipients submit a final research report detailing the aero/space-related research and education that is conducted on their campus.

Applications are evaluated based upon the students academic achievement, letter of recommendation, and exhibited leadership qualities.

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must be classified as full-time undergraduate students pursuing degrees in science, engineering, technology, or mathematics disciplines of interest to NASA at a NC Space Grant member university, during the award period.
  
  
• During the period of the award applicants must be of Freshman or Sophomore standing or have just transfered from a Community/Junior college.
  
  
• Applicants must be United States citizens.
  
  
• Applicants are only eligible to receive the same award twice.
  

Application

The application consists of the following items:

• On-line application form - Due March 17, 2006
• Supporting Documentation - Due within 7 calendar days of application due date
  • On-line letter of recommendation from research advisor
  • Official transcripts from all universities and/or colleges that the applicant has attended
  • Official High School transcripts for applicants of Freshman and Sophomore standing during the award period

For additional information please read the program's FAQ page or contact NC Space Grant at scholarships@ncspacegrant.org.