The Goldwater Scholarship is awarded to outstanding sophomores and juniors interested in pursuing a research career in science, math or engineering. Each scholarship covers eligible expenses for tuition, fees, books, and room and board up to a maximum of $7,500 annually. Regarding eligibility, candidates must be full-time sophomores or juniors at the time of application, be a U.S. citizen, natural or resident alien, and have at least a 3.75 gpa. Strong candidates should have at least 3 months of prior research experience. Candidates must be nominated by UH and may not apply directly. The UH Goldwater application deadline is November 28, 2011, and the national deadline is January 27, 2012. For more specific information, visit the Goldwater website at www.act.org/goldwater or contact Karen Weber at kweber@uh.edu.
Merage Scholarship for the American Dream
The Merage Foundation is dedicated to promoting opportunities for new Americans to achieve their American Dream. The foundation provides each of its Fellows with a two-year stipend of $20,000 ($10,000 each year). Stipends may be used for fostering education, studying abroad, securing mentors, and supporting internship opportunities. Applicants must be full-time seniors, and immigrants to the U.S. They must also be U.S. citizens or residents. Candidates will be selected based on demonstrated academic achievement, leadership, and commitment to the greater good. Students from all disciplines may apply. Candidates must be nominated by UH and may not apply directly. The UH campus deadline is Monday, November 4, and the national deadline is December 2, 2011. The submission process includes a completed application, essays, budget, summary of your proposal, unofficial transcript, and three letters of recommendation. For more information, visit the Merage Foundation website at www.meragefoundations.com/
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship
The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) provides up to three years of funding to graduating seniors and graduate students who are pursuing research-based master's and doctoral degrees in fields within science and engineering. The deadline is November 14-18 depending on the applicant’s field. For more information, visit http://www.nsf.gov/
Karen Weber
The Honors College
University of Houston
kweber@uh.edu
voice 713.743.3367
fax 713.743.9015
www.UndergraduateResearch.uh.
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