AMS Freshman Undergraduate Scholarship

Direct application

$2,500

Eligibility

Major
Physical Sciences
Education level
High school

About this scholarship

U.S. citizens or permanent residents entering their freshman year of college with a minimum 3.0 GPA who plan to pursue a degree in atmospheric, oceanic, or hydrologic sciences may apply. Marine biology does not qualify.

The scholarship provides $2,500 per year for the freshman and sophomore years, contingent on successful completion of the first year.

Submit a completed application form, an official high school transcript covering the past three years, and one letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, or personal reference.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • Completed application form
  • Official high school transcript covering the past three years
  • One letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, or personal reference
  • Completed application form
  • Official high school transcript showing grades from the past three years
  • Letter of recommendation from a high school teacher, guidance counselor or personal reference
  • Provides $2,500 per year for freshman and sophomore years contingent on successful completion of the first year.