USRA Distinguished Undergraduate Awards

The USRA Distinguished Undergraduate Awards provide college scholarship awards to students who have shown a career interest in science or engineering with an emphasis on space research or space science education, and aeronautics-related sciences. Scholarship Details • Up to five one-time $5,000 awards are presented each fall • Scholarships honor influential figures in space science and education • Funded entirely through private donations Eligibility Criteria • Full-time undergraduate student at a four-year accredited college or university • Enrolled in a degree program in science or engineering • Within two years of earning a B.S. or B.A. degree at the time the award is received • Field of study must relate to science, engineering, life sciences, or science education Application Process 1. Review detailed eligibility and application requirements on the USRA website 2. Prepare academic documentation verifying enrollment and degree progress 3. Submit a completed application when the cycle opens in June 4. Wait for award decisions to be made in the fall If you're pursuing a career in space research or related sciences, this scholarship program offers a prestigious opportunity to gain recognition and financial support. Students will be matched to the scholarship most appropriate for their area of study.