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U.S. citizens from high school seniors through graduate students pursuing STEM careers may apply to deliver the keynote address at the National Space Club and Foundation's Goddard Memorial Dinner and receive a scholarship.
One $20,000 award covers tuition for the upcoming academic year. Travel and lodging for the recipient and one guest are also provided.
Submit the online application with a public-speaking video, unofficial transcript, and two letters of recommendation. Selected finalists complete a live audition in January and speak at the March dinner.
The National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Scholars Program awards $20,000 (1 winner).
The deadline is November 17, 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline are typically not considered, so plan to finish early.
Key requirements include: United States; US citizen; Graduate; High school. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
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