Scholarships

The Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF) award is for outstanding students in the fields of engineering, mathematics and natural or applied sciences who have shown initiative, creativity and excellence.  Scholarships are awarded to students who have the intention of pursuing research or advance their field upon completion of their final degree.  Those intending to pursue a practice in professional medicine are not eligible for the Astronaut Scholarship.  However, students intending to perform biomedical research are eligible to apply.  Special consideration is not given to students majoring in aeronautical/astronautical engineering or those intending to pursue careers as astronauts.  A campus committee selects UT Austin’s nominees before applications are forwarded to the national competition.  The Astronaut Scholarship is worth up to $15,000.

Information on the CNS preliminary application process for the ASF 2022 can be found here.  CNS students interested in being considered for nomination must complete the CNS preliminary application processs. 

Questions? Contact scholarships@cns.utexas.edu

Campus Deadline: TBD 2023 - determined based on national deadline

National Deadline: TBD 2023 - typically late March

The Churchill Scholarship offers U.S. citizens of exceptional academic talent and outstanding achievement the opportunity to pursue graduate studies in engineering, mathematics, or sciences at the University of Cambridge, Churchill College. The scholarship covers all tuition and fees, and offers generous travel and living allowances. A campus committee selects UT Austin’s nominees before applications are forwarded to the Churchill Foundation.  Students should complete the application process by the campus deadline listed below.  Please read the campus instructions page for more information on the application process. Click here to visit the Churchill Scholarship website.

Campus Deadline: October 3, 2022 (11:59PM Central Time)

National Deadline: November 3, 2022 (5PM Eastern Time)

The Fulbright Program for U.S. students aims to foster international cooperation in education, research and cultural exchange. The program supports a student’s work abroad for one academic year (typically nine months), and operates in more than 140 countries. Scholarships are available to support research and training in nearly all disciplines, including sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, professional fields, and performing and creative arts. There are also English Teaching Assistant (ETA) grants that allow students to work with English teachers in a number of different countries. The program provides funds for travel to and from the host country, a stipend for living expenses, and some additional support. A campus committee selects UT Austin’s nominees before applications are forwarded to the national competition.  Please the Texas Global - Fulbright for more information.

Campus Deadline: August 26, 2022

National Deadline: October 11, 2022

Gates Cambridge Scholarships are awarded to outstanding students from outside the UK to study at the University of Cambridge. The program aims to build a global network of future leaders committed to improving the lives of others. Gates Cambridge Scholarships are highly-competitive, full-cost awards for graduate study and research in any subject available at the University of Cambridge. Students apply directly to the funding organization. No UT Austin campus nomination is required. More information can be found here.

Application Deadline: October 12, 2022 (for applicants who are both US citizens and normally reside in the United States)

The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship provides $7,500 per year for educational expenses to two groups of students—those who will be college juniors and those who will be college seniors in the 2023-2024 academic year. Applicants must have outstanding potential and intend to pursue research careers in mathematics, the natural sciences, or engineering. A campus committee selects UT Austin’s nominees before applications are forwarded to the national competition.

This PDF contains Information on the CNS preliminary application process for the Goldwater 2023.  Students should not complete the Pre-Application on the Goldwater site.  Only students officially nominated by CNS will be required to complete the Goldwater Pre-Application.  The Goldwater Pre-Application cannot serve as a substitute for CNS’ preliminary application and it will not be available to CNS during the nominee selection process. 

Questions? Contact scholarships@cns.utexas.edu

College of Natural Sciences Deadline: November 1, 2022 (11:59PM Central)

Campus Deadline: January 20, 2023

National Deadline: January 27, 2023

Marshall Scholarships support U.S. citizens of high ability for one or two years of graduate study in any discipline at a college or university in the United Kingdom. The scholarship aims to strengthen the enduring relationship between the British and American peoples, their governments, and their institutions. The award covers educational costs, living expenses, and provides support for travel. The Marshall Scholarship seeks applicants with outstanding intellectual, personal and public service accomplishments.

A campus committee selects UT Austin’s nominees before applications are forwarded to the national competition.  Please see the Office of Distinguished and Postgraduate Scholarships website for more information on UT Austin's nomination process.

Campus Deadline: August 19, 2022 (5:00PM CT)

The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) supports outstanding graduate students in NSF-supported science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines who are pursuing research-based masters and doctoral degrees at accredited United States institutions. Fellowships provide the student with a three-year annual stipend of $37,000 along with a $12,000 cost of education allowance for tuition and fees (paid to the institution), as well as access to opportunities for professional development available to NSF-supported graduate students. Fellowships may only be used for an eligible graduate degree program at an academic institution accredited in, and having a campus located in, the US, its territories, possessions, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

Students apply directly to the NSF.  No UT Austin campus nomination is required. Visit the NSF GRFP website for more information.

Deadline: October 17 - 21, 2022 (depending on discipline)

The Rhodes Scholarship, the oldest international fellowship, brings outstanding students from many countries around the world to the University of Oxford. A Rhodes scholarship offers the opportunity to study at Oxford University for one or two years, with all tuition and fees paid and a living allowance provided. Intellectual and academic achievement of a high standard is the first quality required of applicants, but they will also be expected to demonstrate integrity of character, interest in and concern for others, leadership ability, and the energy to fully use their talents.

A campus committee selects UT Austin’s nominees before applications are forwarded to the national competition.  Please see the Office of Distinguished and Postgraduate Scholarships wesbite for more information on UT Austin's nomination process.

Campus Deadline: August 19, 2022 (5:00PM CT)

The Schwarzman Scholarship provides full funding to pursue a one-year master's degree - Public Policy, Economics and Business, or International Relations - at Tsinghua University, Beijing, China.  The University representative will write one of your letters of recommendation, so you will need to be in close touch.  The application will be open from April through September. 

Deadline: Usually late September - please see Schwarzman Scholars site for deadline information.

The Harry S. Truman Scholarship is a $30,000 merit-based scholarship awarded to undergraduate students who wish to attend graduate or professional school in preparation for careers in government, the non-profit sector, or elsewhere in public service at a leadership level. Students must be college juniors at the time of selection. The Truman Scholarship has a service requirement. Scholars are required to work in public service for three of the seven years following completion of a Foundation funded graduate degree program as a condition of receiving Truman funds. Interested students must receive an endorsement from UT Austin in order to be considered.  Please see the Office of Distinguished and Postgraduate Scholarships site for more information on UT Austin's endorsement process.

Campus Deadline: October 28, 2022

The Udall Foundation awards scholarships to college sophomores and juniors for leadership, public service, and commitment to issues related to Native American nations or to the environment.  Native Americans and Alaska Natives working on policy issues in Indian Country or pursuing health-related careers, as well as undergraduates interested in conservation and environmental issues are strongly encouraged to apply.  The Udall Scholarship is worth up to $7,000.  A campus committee selects UT Austin’s nominees before applications are forwarded to the national competition.  Information on the CNS preliminary application process for the Udall 2023 can be found here.

Campus Deadline: February 3, 2023  (11:59 PM  CST)

National Deadline: March 2, 2023  (11:59 PM MST)

University Co-op/George. H. Mitchell Awards allow The University of Texas at Austin, with the generous support of the University Co-op, to recognize up to five undergraduate students for superior scholarly or creative achievement. Four recipients will receive awards of $5,000 each and one will receive the top prize of $7,000.  The Mitchell Awards Selection Committee consists of university faculty members who choose the recipients. Please see the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost website for more information.

Recipients must be full-time undergraduate students of high academic achievement in the College of Natural Sciences who are United States citizens or permanent residents. Students who have graduated from a Texas high school are strongly encouraged to apply. Students from a non-metropolitan area, for example one with a population of less than 150,000 people, are also encouraged to apply.

Recipients must be worthy students in need of financial assistance.  Preference is given to sophomores.

Recipients must be full-time students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents who have financial need, and should be third- or fourth-year undergraduates majoring in science or pursuing a pre-medical curriculum.  Students should have maintained at least a 3.0 GPA or equivalent during their previous two years, and should be involved in leadership roles at UT.

Recipients must be full-time students enrolled in the College of Natural Sciences with a minimum 3.75 GPA and have completed 45 credit hours in residence at UT.

Recipients must be undergraduates in the College of Natural Sciences' Dean's Scholars Honors Program. 

Recipients must be College of Natural Sciences undergraduates.  Preference is given to students from Lubbock County with demonstrated financial need.

Recipients must be a member of the Dean's Scholars Honors Program and have demonstrated excellence in scholarship and leadership.

Recipients must be a child or grandchild of a current or retired Dow Chemical Company employee. Both incoming freshman and continuing students are encouraged to apply. Award is merit based and will be given to the most academically qualified full-time students based on high school or college grades.  Recipients must be enrolled full-time.

Recipients must be a current full-time major in the College of Natural Sciences. Students must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Financial need will be taken into consideration.

Recipients must be undergraduate students in their second year of study who have maintained a minimum 3.25 GPA.  Preference is given to students who demonstrate leadership and who have an interest in the sport of rugby.

Recipients must be an undergraduate student in the College of Natural Sciences.  Preference shall be given to students with financial need.  Additional preference shall be given to students from rural or agrarian backgrounds who matriculated from a Texas high school.

Recipients must be junior and/or senior undergraduates in the College of Natural Sciences who are majoring in Physics and plan to pursue a graduate degree in Natural Sciences.  Students shall have a minimum 3.5. GPA in the Natural Sciences.  Preference is given to students who have financial need and/or students who have done undergraduate research.

Recipients must be a junior or senior level undergraduate student who is a Texas resident.  First preference is given to students involved in the intercollegiate or intramural golf programs.  Further preference is given to students involved in an agriculture related field of study.

Recipients must be a junior or senior enrolled full-time in the College of Natural Sciences with a minimum 3.75 GPA and have completed 45 credit hours in residence at UT.

Recipients must be current undergraduate students majoring in a degree from the College of Natural Sciences and who have lived in or matriculated from the rural areas of either Texas or Mississippi.  Students who are currently employed are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recipients should be students in the College of Natural Sciences with first preference given to students who are members of the Black Student Alliance (BSA) or a successor organization that exists for similar purposes and objectives as the BSA, so long as the BSA or its successor is a registered student organization open to all students.  Financial need shall be a consideration when selecting between equally meritorious candidates for awards.  Second preference is for students who are participants in the University Leadership Network Program or a successor program that promotes leadership skills and academic success for students who have significant financial need.

Recipients should be majoring in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or other sciences, and can be of any classification. Students must be enrolled full-time, in financial need and show strong academic performance.

Recipients must be a sophomore or above and must be majoring in Computer Sciences, Mathematics or Physics with a minimum 3.5 GPA and enrolled full-time. Students who are involved in research that includes a substantial level of computing or laboratory measurement skills are encouraged to apply.

Recipients must be a current major in the College of Natural Sciences and must be in good academic standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA.  Student should display qualities of service and commitment, to the benefit of the community, above and beyond the average student.  Students demonstrating service to the College of Natural Sciences are strongly encouraged to apply.  *Recipients are chosen by a committee that will include students.

Recipients must be a junior or senior enrolled full-time in the College of Natural Sciences with a minimum 3.75 GPA and have completed 45 credit hours in residence at UT.

Recipients must be a junior or senior enrolled full-time in the College of Natural Sciences with a minimum 3.75 GPA and have completed 45 credit hours in residence at UT, and who have financial need.

Recipients must be full-time students enrolled in the College of Natural Sciences with a minimum 3.75 GPA and have completed 45 credit hours in residence at UT.  Preference is given to students who are part of the College of Natural Sciences Dean's Scholars, and who are 1) graduates of Martin High School in Arlington, TX, 2) graduates of a public high school in Arlington, TX, 3) simply a member of the Dean's Scholars.

Recipients must be incoming freshmen or any classification of undergraduate students with academic majors in chemistry, physics, mathematics or astronomy.  Students must be enrolled full-time with a 3.0 GPA or above in their major.  Recipients must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.  Financial need may be taken into consideration.

Recipients must be a full-time sophomore or above majoring in Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry/Biochemistry with at least a 3.0 GPA in their major. Students who are Texas residents and students who work 10 or more hours per week are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recipients must be majoring in areas generally recognized as STEM fields (science, technology, engineering or math) and have at least a 3.25 GPA.  Preference shall be given to students participating in a non-STEM related student organization officially registered with the University. 

Recipients must be needy and worthy students who are Texas residents.

Recipients must be a junior or senior enrolled full-time in the College of Natural Sciences with a minimum 3.75 GPA and have completed 45 credit hours in residence at UT.

Recipients must be a junior or senior enrolled full-time in the College of Natural Sciences with a minimum 3.75 GPA and have completed 45 credit hours in residence at UT.

Recipients must be current full-time majors in the College of Natural Sciences with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students who are employees of, or whose parents or grandparents are employees of ONDEO Nalco are strongly encouraged to apply. Students who are graduates from the Childress Independent School District in Childress, TX, or graduates of Permian High School in Odessa, TX are also encouraged to apply.