Goldwater
The Barry M. Goldwater
Scholarship program accepts applications from sophomores and juniors
(defined as students who expect to spend one to two more years to complete their
undergraduate degrees). The program is named for former Arizona Senator Barry
Goldwater, who was committed to encouraging Americans to pursue careers in
science and mathematics. Goldwater Scholars receive 1-2 years of support
for college expenses, up to $7,500 per year.
More importantly, they receive a crucial stamp of approval indicating that they
have the potential to excel nationally and internationally as scholars,
researchers, and professors in their respective fields. A significant
number of Goldwater Scholars later compete successfully for prestigious graduate
fellowships and scholarships, such as the Rhodes and Marshall scholarships.
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2004 UMBC Goldwater Scholar
Kenneth Gibbs
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“My research experience has
allowed me to apply what I learn in the
classroom and develop my critical thinking
skills. Professor of Biological Sciences
Suzanne Ostrand-Rosenberg has been a
great mentor during my project; she advised me
about graduate schools and allowed me to travel
to scientific conferences.” Gibbs
graduated from UMBC in May 2005 and is pursuing
a Ph.D. in immunology at
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Udall
Sophomores and Juniors
studying in fields related to understanding and preservation of the natural
environment, such as geography, biology, and geology are invited to apply for
the Morris K. Udall Scholarship. Similar to the
Goldwater Scholars, Udall Scholars receive modest amounts of support for
undergraduate study for 1-2 years (up to $5,000 per year). Udall Scholars also
have an opportunity to meet like-minded students from across the country at the
August scholar orientation program, which is mandatory for all recipients.
Arizona Congressman Udall was a staunch advocate for the environment and the
application for this scholarship includes writing an essay about Udall’s
contributions to the environmental movement. Additional scholarships are
available to native American applicants, in a wider variety of fields.
Truman
Juniors aspiring to careers in
public service (government, advocacy, and/or education) may apply for the
Harry S. Truman Scholarship. Named for the former
President and Senator from Missouri, this scholarship funds a 10-week Summer
Institute in Washington, D.C. held just after college graduation as well as up
to $15,000 per year for two years of graduate or professional study related to
public service. Receiving a Truman award can be extremely helpful in the
graduate and professional school admission process. The program also provides
support to students in clarifying their goals and deciding which programs to
apply for and to accept if offered admission. The Truman program has a new
public service requirement, which means that Truman awardees are obligated to
work in public service for a number of years after completing their graduate or
professional programs.
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