Astronomy scholarships - Jan '25
Updated Jan 30, 2025Apply below to the best Astronomy scholarships for January 2025.
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Cox Enterprises Scholarship Program
Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Cox Enterprises offers up to $5,000 scholarships for UNCF students, prioritizing STEM majors with a 2.5 GPA and financial need.
Deadline:
May 9, 2025
Adams Blumenberg STEM Scholarship
Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Adams Blumenberg STEM Scholarship awards $4,250 to HBCU students in STEM fields with a 2.5 GPA and financial need.
Deadline:
September 16, 2025
Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology
Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The fund offers up to $3,000 for Black undergraduates in STEM at HBCUs. Apply through your school's science or engineering department.
Deadline:
June 15, 2025
TMCF | Medtronic Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship
Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Medtronic Foundation offers $8,500 scholarships for HBCU undergraduates in STEM with leadership skills and financial need.
Deadline:
March 8, 2025
TMCF | J.M. Huber HBCU Scholarship
Chemical Engineering • Computer Engineering • Civil Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Aerospace • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • STEM • Biology • Marine Biology/Sciences • Physics • Chemistry • Cybersecurity • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Health/Medical Technology • Food Sciences & Technology • Energy • Mathematics • Astronomy • Aviation/Aeronautical • Automotive • Science • Computer Science • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
The TMCF | J.M. Huber HBCU Scholarship offers 45 awards up to $10,000 for STEM students at HBCUs with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
March 8, 2025
TMCF | Vanguard Scholarship
Accounting • Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Finance • Mathematics • Graphic Design • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Manufacturing/Production • Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Juniors
TMCF Vanguard Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for juniors in select majors with a 3.0 GPA and financial need. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 8, 2025
TMCF | Palo Alto Networks Cyber Scholars Program
Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Business Administration • Business (MBA) • Agriculture • Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
TMCF Palo Alto Networks Cyber Scholars Program offers up to $10,000 for HBCU students in Business or STEM with financial need.
Deadline:
March 8, 2025
TMCF | Medtronic Foundation Graduate Scholarship
Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Graduate Students
TMCF | Medtronic Foundation offers 5 scholarships up to $8,500 for STEM graduates at HBCUs with financial need and a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
March 8, 2025
TMCF | Verisk Scholarship
Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The TMCF | Verisk Scholarship offers $10,625 for STEM students at TMCF member schools with a 3.0 GPA. Video submission required.
Deadline:
March 8, 2025
TMCF | NRG HBCU Excellence in Education Scholarship
Texas • Finance • Law • Marketing • Meteorology • Animal Sciences • Agricultural Science • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Food Sciences & Technology • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Engineering • Construction Engineering • Computer Engineering • Civil Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Electrical Engineering • STEM • Mathematics • Technology • UX/Technical Design • IT/Information Technology • Physics • Chemistry • Astronomy • Energy • Automotive • Aviation/Aeronautical • Accounting • Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Design/Visual Communications • Communications • Digital Communications/Media • Juniors
The TMCF | NRG HBCU Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for STEM and business majors with a 3.0 GPA at select Texas universities.
Deadline:
March 8, 2025
TMCF | PPG Industries HBCU Scholarship
Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Juniors • Seniors
Deadline:
March 8, 2025
TMCF | ICON HBCU Scholarship
Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Nursing • Pre-Med • Pre-Nursing • Pharmacy • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Juniors • Seniors
TMCF ICON HBCU Scholarship offers up to $10,250 for juniors/seniors in STEM fields with a 3.0 GPA and financial need.
Deadline:
May 17, 2025
MetLife Foundation Legacy Endowed Scholarship
Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Accounting • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Finance • Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • For Black and/or African American students • Juniors
The MetLife Foundation Legacy Endowed Scholarship supports HBCU juniors in STEM, business, finance, or accounting with financial need.
Deadline:
August 31, 2025
TMCF | Ford Fund HBCU Scholarship
Alabama • Virginia • Florida • Maryland • District Of Columbia • Louisiana • Tennessee • Texas • North Carolina • STEM • Technology • IT/Information Technology • Health/Medical Technology • Food Sciences & Technology • UX/Technical Design • Physics • Chemistry • Biology • Cybersecurity • Energy • Mathematics • Astronomy • Aviation/Aeronautical • Automotive • Science • Materials Science • Marine Biology/Sciences • Information Sciences • Geological & Earth Sciences • Fire Science/Firefighting • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Agricultural Science • Climate Sciences • Meteorology • Animal Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Juniors • Seniors
The TMCF | Ford Fund HBCU Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for STEM majors at TMCF schools. Apply now if you meet the criteria!
Deadline:
March 27, 2025
TMCF | Baxter STEM Scholarship
District Of Columbia • Georgia • Ohio • Virginia • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Climate Sciences • Meteorology • Food Sciences & Technology • Environmental Science • Computer Science • Marine Biology/Sciences • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Materials Science • Science • Physics • Chemistry • Energy • Biology • Astronomy • Aviation/Aeronautical • Automotive • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Mathematics • Technology • IT/Information Technology • Health/Medical Technology • UX/Technical Design • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Juniors
The TMCF | Baxter STEM Scholarship offers $20,000 to 41 African American sophomores in STEM at select universities. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 27, 2025
AIST Ohio Valley Member Chapter Scholarship
Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The AIST Ohio Valley Member Chapter Scholarship offers up to $2,500 for STEM students who are dependents or members.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
Lisa Kaminski Memorial Scholarship
Kentucky • Ohio • Indiana • STEM • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Science • Information Sciences • Geological & Earth Sciences • Environmental Science • Food Sciences & Technology • Computer Science • Climate Sciences • Meteorology • Animal Sciences • Graphic Design • Energy • Astronomy • UX/Technical Design • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Health/Medical Technology • Physics • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Biology • Automotive • Aviation/Aeronautical • Chemistry • Design/Visual Communications • Cybersecurity • Mathematics • Freshmen
The Lisa Kaminski Memorial Scholarship offers $3,000 for STEM majors in Greater Cincinnati with community service records. Women preferred.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
TMCF | Toyota Scholars Plus HBCU Scholarship
Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Physics • Chemistry • Astronomy • Biology • Cybersecurity • Technology • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Agriculture • STEM • Environmental Science • Computer Science • Climate Sciences • Meteorology • Animal Sciences • Agricultural Science • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Science • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The TMCF | Toyota Scholars Plus HBCU Scholarship offers $10,000 for undergraduates in business and STEM fields with financial need.
Deadline:
March 27, 2025
Zonta Club of Washington, D.C. Undergraduate Scholarship
Washington • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • STEM • Childcare • Education • Health Education • Teacher Education • Teaching • Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Mathematics • Counseling • Dentistry • Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic • Healthcare Administrative • Healthcare Assistant • Healthcare-Related • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Medicine • Mental Health • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Pharmacy • Pre-Dental • Pre-Med • Pre-Nursing • Psychology • Public Health • Social Work • Veterinary • Accounting • Advertising • Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Economics • Finance • Hospitality • Human Resources • Management • Marketing • Operations Management • Public Relations • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Sports Management • Travel & Tourism • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Biology • Chemistry • Climate Sciences • Energy • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Horticulture • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Music • Physics • Science • For Women • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors
Zonta Club of D.C. offers up to $5,000 scholarships for women pursuing undergraduate degrees with a 3.0 GPA and financial need.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
Robert N. Colwell Memorial Fellowship
Technology • Astronomy • Geological & Earth Sciences • Graduate Students
The Robert N. Colwell Memorial Fellowship awards $7,000 to PhD students in remote sensing. Membership in ASPRS required.
Deadline:
November 3, 2025
Owen D. Williams Memorial Scholarship
Vermont • Physics • Astronomy • Computer Science • Community Service • High school • Freshmen
The Owen D. Williams Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for first-generation high school seniors pursuing degrees in physics, astrology, or computer science.
Deadline:
February 14, 2025
The Queenie Barnes Queen Educational Scholarship
Mississippi • Education • Science • Technology • Engineering • Mathematics • STEM • Art History • Arts • Arts Management • Biology • Chemistry • Physics • Energy • Astronomy • Electrical/Electronics • Environmental Science • Meteorology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Cybersecurity • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Computer Science • High school • Freshmen
The Queenie Barnes Queen Educational Scholarship offers $250+ for residents majoring in Education or STEM/STEAM with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
March 8, 2025
OSGC Community College Scholarships
Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Meteorology • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
OSGC offers $1,000 scholarships for STEM students at select community colleges, encouraging women and underrepresented minorities to apply.
Deadline:
October 31, 2025
Robert E. Altenhofen Memorial Scholarship
Technology • Photography • Astronomy • Geological & Earth Sciences • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Robert E. Altenhofen Memorial Scholarship offers $2,000 for students studying theoretical photogrammetry. Apply with a statement and research papers.
Deadline:
November 3, 2025
The RevPart STEM Scholarship
Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The RevPart STEM Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for undergraduate or graduate STEM students at accredited colleges.
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FAQ
In your personal statement for Astronomy scholarships, include your passion for astronomy, relevant experiences, academic goals, and how the scholarship will help you achieve your educational aspirations.
Yes, many Astronomy scholarships are open to international students, but eligibility can vary. It's important to check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Common documents required for Astronomy scholarship applications may include transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and proof of enrollment or acceptance in an astronomy program.
To increase your chances of winning an Astronomy scholarship, focus on crafting a strong application, including a compelling personal statement, obtaining good letters of recommendation, and meeting all eligibility requirements.
Yes, you can apply for multiple Astronomy scholarships. In fact, applying for several can increase your chances of receiving funding for your studies.
While a high GPA can enhance your chances of receiving an Astronomy scholarship, not all scholarships have strict GPA requirements. It's best to check the specific criteria for each scholarship.
Eligibility criteria for Astronomy scholarships can vary widely but often include factors such as academic performance, field of study, financial need, and sometimes specific demographic requirements.
Yes, many Astronomy scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, universities, and foundations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its credibility.
You can find Astronomy scholarships by searching on scholarship databases and websites like Mos, which provide a comprehensive list of available scholarships in various categories.
Astronomy scholarships are financial awards designed to support students pursuing studies in astronomy or related fields. These scholarships can help cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses.
To apply for Astronomy scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, provide academic transcripts, and submit any required essays or personal statements. Check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
It's advisable to start applying for Astronomy scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school or the first year of college, to meet various deadlines.
The amount of money awarded through Astronomy scholarships can vary significantly, ranging from a few hundred dollars to several thousand, depending on the scholarship and the funding organization.
Astronomy scholarships typically cover tuition and fees, but some may also provide funds for books, supplies, and living expenses. Always check the details of each scholarship for specific coverage.
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