NASA Opportunities

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) offers two outstanding opportunities for US Citizens who are members of groups underrepresented in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics fields. Please read the brief descriptions below and contact the NSO at scholarships@umd.edu if you are interested in learning more.

For Freshmen and Sophomores - NASA Motivating Undergraduates in Science and Technology [Undergraduate Scholarship Up to $10,000]

Application Deadline: February 1, 2009

For Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors - NASA Science and Technology Institute (NSTI) Summer Scholars [Summer Research Program at NASA Facility]

Application Deadline: February 1, 2009

NASA Motivating Undergraduates in Science and Technology

For More Information Contact: National Scholarships Office - scholarships@umd.edu

Who Can Apply: US Citizens - Freshmen, Sophomores - GPA of 3.0 or higher - must be majoring in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math field - applicants from underrepresented groups (Women, African American, Hispanic American, Native American, and persons with disabilities) are encouraged to apply

Application Deadline: February 1, 2009

Description: The MUST program provides scholarships and internships to undergraduates pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields. The MUST Project is open to all students and is particularly focused on engaging students from underserved and underrepresented groups (Women, African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, and persons with disabilities) to enter these fields. Students taking part in the MUST program also benefit year-round from tutoring, lecture series and mentoring from STEM faculty and peers. The MUST program provides direct access to multiply mentors who will provide academic tutoring, guidance, personal and professional support, and advice regarding professional organizations, graduate school, other scholarships, and careers. The mentor team will include: 1) an assigned faculty mentor, 2) a graduate mentor, 3) a peer mentor. Students who maintain the required minimum grade point average will also be eligible for a paid internship at a NASA center or other Award: Each year, the MUST Project will support approximately 100 undergraduate students with a one-year competitive scholarship of up to one-half of tuition, not to exceed $10,000. Students who maintain the required minimum grade point average will be eligible for a paid internship at a NASA center.

NASA Science and Technology Institute (NSTI) Summer Scholars Program

For More Information Contact: National Scholarships Office - scholarships@umd.edu

Who Can Apply: US Citizens - Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors - GPA of 3.0 required - applicants must be members of an underrepresented group, which includes women, ethnic minorities and persons with disabilities majoring in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline.

Application Deadline: February 1, 2009

Description: The NASA Science and Technology Institute (NSTI) Summer Scholars Program, a component of the Institute, is a ten-week summer research experience for graduate and undergraduates in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines at the NASA Ames Research Center (ARC) in Moffett Field, California.

In addition to conducting research with NASA scientists, scholars have an opportunity to participate in a variety of professional development training sessions that include modules on:

1) Leadership Development,

2) Scientific Communication,

3) Presentation Skills,

4) Team Building,

5) Interviewing Techniques,

6) Resume Building and Networking Skills, and

7) Responsible Research Ethics.

Scholars will culminate their ten-week experience by presenting their research findings to their mentors, peers, and the NASA Ames research community at the annual Poster Symposium

Award: Ten week paid summer research internship at NASA Ames Research Park in Moffett Field, CA.

Francis DuVinage, Ph.D

Director, National Scholarships Office

2403 Marie Mount Hall

University of Maryland

College Park, MD 20742

Email: duvinage@umd.edu

Phone: 301.314.9458

Fax: 301.314.0085

http://www.scholarships.umd.edu

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Last updated: 02/17/2010