Barry Goldwater Scholarship

Nomination required

Up to $7,500
454 winners

Eligibility

Major
Physical Sciences
Education level
Undergraduate

About this scholarship

College sophomores and juniors who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents with at least a 3.0 GPA and intent to pursue research careers in natural sciences, mathematics, or engineering must apply through their campus Goldwater faculty representative.

Each scholar receives up to $7,500 per academic year for one or two years depending on class year. Up to 454 scholarships may be awarded nationally. Nominees submit a research essay, questionnaire, three recommendations, and transcripts.

Campus nominations are due the last Friday in January. Direct applications without campus nomination are not considered.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • Online questionnaire
  • Research essay PDF
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official college transcript
  • High school transcript if applicable
  • Permanent-resident documentation if applicable
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official college transcript (and high school transcript if applicable)
  • Online questionnaire with academic background information
  • Must be nominated by the applicant's institution (campus Goldwater Faculty Representative)
  • Research essay submitted as a PDF
  • Permanent resident documentation if applicable