The Interstellar Research Group Scholarship for Undergraduate Students

Essay required

Specific majors

Academic

Overview

The Interstellar Research Group Scholarship for Undergraduate Students offers $2,500 to a full-time student (high school seniors and current undergraduates) accepted to or enrolled in an accredited program in the United States. To qualify, you must be a resident of the U.S/or its territories and major in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) related fields, ecology, social sciences, environment, business, health, law, agriculture, food sciences, computer science, education, construction, and any degrees which can be applied to interstellar space travel missions and to help establish successful civilizations. To apply, you need to complete the application form and submit an essay. Sounds like a good fit! Apply!

Status

Closed

Deadline

🗓 December 15, 2023

Paid to

🏫 Your school

Website

irg.space

What you'll need

Essay

Capture your unique story and ambitions, while writing about the required subject matter.

Short responses

Capture your potential by answering open-ended questions about yourself and your interests.

FAQ

When do I apply for college scholarships?

Each school has their own timeline — so check yours — but in general, most schools will have you apply in the winter or spring for the following year.

Is applying for college scholarships worth it?

Yes! Colleges provide over $60 billion in financial aid to students each year, nearly 10 times what traditional scholarships offer. That means you’re 10 times as likely to get that scholarship.

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

If you haven't heard back within a few weeks, reach out to the scholarship organization! Some scholarship organizations email all the applicants to let them know if they were selected or not, while others only contact the winners—it usually depends on the number of applicants. It never hurts to follow up.

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to?

To prioritize your scholarship applications, think about which scholarships you have the best chance of getting (the most specific ones, with more than one winner), the ones due the soonest, and the ones that are awarding the most money.

Tip: We recommend you make a schedule for yourself to follow to stay organized and on track throughout the scholarship application season! You can always ask a Mos advisor for help.