[Plsugs] Goldwater Scholarship Deadline

Wed Dec 6 15:01:03 MST 2023

What is the Goldwater Scholarship?
The purpose of the Goldwater Scholarship is to provide a continuing source of highly qualified scientists, mathematicians, and engineers. Goldwater Scholars demonstrate outstanding potential, and they intend to pursue research-oriented careers in mathematics, the natural sciences, or engineering. Each scholarship covers eligible expenses for undergraduate tuition, fees, books, and room and board, up to a maximum of $7,500 annually.
Who is eligible for the Goldwater Scholarship?
Goldwater Scholarship applicants must meet the following criteria:

  1.  Full-time sophomore (two years remaining before graduation) or junior (one year remaining before graduation) at the time of application.
  2.  Intend to pursue a research career in a natural science, mathematics, or engineering - see website for
accepted fields.
  3.  Have a college grade point average of at least a 3.00 on a 4.00 scale.
  4.  Be a U.S. citizen from the 50 states, or District of Columbia; a U.S. national for those students nominated by institutions in Puerto Rico, Guam, Virgin Islands, American Samoa, and Commonwealth of the Northern Marian Islands, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Republic of Palau; or a permanent resident -see website for more information on required documents necessary for permanent residents.
Who is competitive for the Goldwater Scholarship?
Typically, Goldwater Scholarship nominees from the UA have a record of research experience in their fields of future graduate study. Successful applicants will demonstrate outstanding potential for and commitment to a career in mathematics, the natural sciences, or engineering and outstanding academic performance. Strong letters of recommendation that speak specifically to these factors and a polished research essay are crucial.
What is the application process for the Goldwater Scholarship?
Students must apply through the ONCS. Applications consist of the following:

  1.  Submitting a pre-application through the Goldwater online portal<https://apply.scholarsapply.org/barrygoldwater/> and getting Valeria Quijada to approve to gain access to the full application.
  2.  Application with biographical information and short answers.
  3.  Three recommendations from a faculty member who can discuss the applicant's potential for a career in mathematics, the natural sciences, or engineering; a faculty member in the applicant's field of study; and another individual/faculty member who can attest to the applicant's potential.
  4.  Essay discussing a significant issue or problem in the applicant's field of study that is of particular interest to the applicant. The essay should describe the issue or problem; discuss an idea for research that would significantly impact the problem; describe how the applicant would be involved in an aspect of the research; and explain the relevance of the problem to the applicant as a mathematician, scientist, or engineer.
  5.  College transcripts
If you have any questions, please reach out to Valeria Quijada at valeriaq at arizona.edu<mailto:valeriaq at arizona.edu>.

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Finn

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