Undergraduate Mathematics Students

Scholarship Awards to attend a M.Sc. Degree in Renewable Energy Science in Iceland

RES, the School for Renewable Energy Science in Iceland is now accepting applications for its one year (90 ECTS credits) international M.Sc. Degree Program in Renewable Energy Science, for the academic year 2010-11.

The RES Program will in February 2010 complete its second year of operation when 38 masters’ degree students from twelve different countries will graduate. The students are specializing in four different fields, namely Geothermal Energy, Biofuels & Bioenergy, Fuel Cell Systems & Hydrogen, and Energy Systems. Next year a specialization in Hydropower will be added in collaboration with Iceland’s National Power Company (Landsvirkjun).

Please feel free to contact the Rector’s Office at rector@res.is for further information, or visit our RES homepage at www.res.is.

Posted at 06:32PM Sep 14, 2009 by scroggs in Scholarships and Grants  |  Comments[0]

UG research grants available

The Office of Undergraduate Research at NCSU has small grants available for undergraduates doing research during the academic year.  The grants are for $500-$1000 and can cover equipment, supplies, and travel to conferences.  The application deadline for the fall is October 8th.  For detailed info on requirements, how to apply, and a schedule of information sessions you can attend throughout the month, follow the link.  If you need help finding a research mentor or have other questions, send an email to Dr. Fenn at mafenn2@ncsu.edu.

Posted at 09:54AM Sep 03, 2009 by mafenn2 in Scholarships and Grants  |  Comments[0]

NASA/MUST Internship Invitation!

The MUST Project is Accepting Applications NOW!  The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is sponsoring the Motivating Undergraduates in Science and Technology (MUST) Project and is now accepting applications for the 2009-2010 academic year. The MUST Project offers support to undergraduate students majoring in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. Program participants receive a scholarship, NASA internship, mentoring and access to a wealth of professional development opportunities. Project offerings include: A one-year competitive scholarship covering up to one-half of tuition and fees, not to exceed $10,000 per academic year. the scholarship is renewable through the scholar's junior year provided that all eligibility criteria are continually satisfied, A 10-week paid summer internship at one of ten nationwide NASA Centers. Scholars receive a $6,000 stipend plus transportation and location allowance not to exceed $1,000, Support from MUST Professional and Academic Support System (PASS)  providing scholars with an online student community and professional development/leadership training, and Invaluable resources, insight, and experience to further STEM education and career aspirations from the MUST Consortium, which is comprised of three member organizations: the Hispanic College Fund (HCF), the United Negro College Fund Special Programs Corporation (UNCFSP), and the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE). Eligibility requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen from underserved and underrepresented groups (i.e., women, minorities, and person with disabilities) in STEM disciplines, including those residing in rural and economically disadvantaged communities, Must reside in the United States or a U.S. Territory, Be a college freshman, sophomore or junior and hold a full-time academic status at the an accredited college or university (in the U.S. or U.S. territory) for the 2009-2010 academic year, Must earn and maintain a cumulative grade point averal of no less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted), and must be enrolled in STEM disciplines whose major are aligned with NASA's core competencies (physical science, technology, engineering, or mathematics degree). Deadline for Applications: February 2, 2009 Visit www.uncfsp.org/must for more information or to apply You may also contact Ms. Porsche Parker at (650) 961-1101

Posted at 01:41PM Dec 23, 2008 by scroggs in Scholarships and Grants  |  Comments[0]

Virginia Tech regional math competition

The Virginia Tech Regional Mathematics Contest will be held on Saturday November 1, 9-11:30a.m. in HA201.

All NCSU undergraduate students are eligible to participate. Please come 15 minutes early to fill out the registration forms. Top winner of the VT contest will receive $750 cash award from Virginia Tech.

Thanks

Dr. Xiao-Biao Lin

Posted at 03:40PM Oct 28, 2008 by scroggs in Scholarships and Grants  |  Comments[0]

CSEMS Scholarships

Be sure to keep a current scholarship application on file with Mrs. Bucklad.  Opportunities for scholarships arise at several times during the year.  On October 17, receipients of the CSEMS scholarships will be selected.  The main criteria are

1.  NCSU GPA 3.0 or better
2.  Established need (FAFSA form)
3.  Transferred into NCSU

Scholarship applications are available at www.math.ncsu.edu/undergrad/scholarships.

Posted at 10:33PM Oct 15, 2008 by scroggs in Scholarships and Grants  |  Comments[0]

Funding Available for Research Projects

Grants of  $750-$1,000 to a selected number of undergraduate students and up to $300 for operating costs to your supporting faculty mentor.

Deadline is October 28.

http://www.ncsu.edu/undergrad-research/

Posted at 04:25PM Sep 10, 2008 by scroggs in Scholarships and Grants  |  Comments[0]

Scholarships -- general info session

FUNDING for STEM* research & study

NSF GRF? Goldwater? SMART? Hollings? Whitaker? DHS? Hertz? NDSEG? NIH? Udall?

Join us for a panel on scholarships & fellowships in STEM disciplines!

?    gain insight from winning NC State Scholars & Fellows
?    meet [review] panelists who make these selections
?    take the first step in an exciting career of research & teaching

especially for first year Graduate students and ALL undergraduate students

Monday, 28 April, 5:00-6:00, Winslow Hall, [old] Trustees? meeting room

pizza & drink provided
more info:  919.513.4076  jennie_lamonte@ncsu.edu  FANG:  fao.ncsu.edu

* STEM ? Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics

Talk with your Mouth Full
fellowships info session

Posted at 12:45PM Apr 18, 2008 by scroggs in Scholarships and Grants  |  Comments[0]

especially for double-majors in CH, PY, BCH, CHE

Study abroad while a Junior

http://pire-europe.chem.ttu.edu/pire/junior_summer_abroad.htm

(financial support available)

Posted at 11:08AM Feb 22, 2008 by scroggs in Scholarships and Grants  |  Comments[0]

Summer research grants

Undergraduate Summer Research Grants are available to (most) students. The award for summer 2008 is $3,700, with $300 for the student¹s mentor. The deadline for applications is Monday
(midnight), February 18, 2008. 

Posted at 10:13AM Feb 03, 2008 by scroggs in Scholarships and Grants  |  Comments[0]

Fellowship Advising Office

When applying for a scholarship, be aware that the Fellowship Office may be helpful to use

http://www.ncsu.edu/fao/

Posted at 04:59PM Jan 09, 2008 by scroggs in Scholarships and Grants  |  Comments[0]

NOAA Scholarship, Deadline Feb 8

From: studentscholarshipprograms <StudentScholarshipPrograms@noaa.gov>

Date: January 9, 2008 9:53:05 AM EST

Subject: Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship Program - Closes on February 8, 2008

Dear Department Head/Academic Adviser/Professor:

Please distribute this *"time-sensitive"* information to sophomores students majoring in disciplines related to oceanic and atmospheric science, research, technology, or education, and supportive of the purposes of NOAA's programs and mission, e.g., biological, social and physical sciences; mathematics; engineering; computer and information sciences; and teacher education.

NOAA is accepting applications from students who will have Official Junior status in Fall 2008:

* Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship Program application closes on *February 8, 2008*, and may be found at
  http://www.oesd.noaa.gov/Hollings_info.html.

NOAA also recently launched a new website, Student Opportunities, that contain scholarship, internship, and fellowship information for high school, undergraduates, graduates, and post-docs which is found at http://www.oesd.noaa.gov/noaa_student_opps.html.

Thank you for your assistance.

Sincerely,
Chantell Haskins
NOAA Office of Education
Student Scholarship Programs
1315 East West Highway, Room 10703
Silver Spring, MD  20910
301-713-9437 ext. 125

Posted at 04:56PM Jan 09, 2008 by scroggs in Scholarships and Grants  |  Comments[0]

NOAA Scholarship, Feb 8 deadline

The attached flyer <follow link below> is in regards to an undergraduate scholarship from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Please distribute as you deem appropriate.

Students currently in their second year of a four year program or third year of a five year program may apply for these awards (the awards are for their third year of four or fourth year of five and can continue into the next year; they also provide summer internships between the junior and senior year). Application deadline is Feb 8.

For more info, see http://www.oesd.noaa.gov/Hollings_info.html

Posted at 02:34PM Dec 05, 2007 by scroggs in Scholarships and Grants  |  Comments[0]

North Carolina Space Grant (scholarships and research support)

There are a variety of scholarships, some target continuing students, some for community college transfers, some for research.

Faculty Letters of Intent are requested by January 10, 2008 with full proposals due by February 15, 2008. 

- Informal Education and Public Outreach Program - $5,000 max
http://www.ncspacegrant.org/gp/

- Higher Education Course Development Program - $10,000 max
http://www.ncspacegrant.org/he/

- K-12 Professional Development Program - $10,000 max
http://www.ncspacegrant.org/k12/

 - New Investigations Program - $25,000 max
http://www.ncspacegrant.org/nip/

Student Fellowship and Scholarship deadline is February 15, 2008.
http://www.ncspacegrant.org/opps/students.html

Best Regards,

Jobi B. Cook

Associate Director, NC Space Grant
Box 7515, NC State University

1009 Capability Drive, Suite 210
Raleigh, NC 27695
919-515-5933
919-515-5934 (Fax)
www.ncspacegrant.org

Posted at 09:25AM Nov 27, 2007 by scroggs in Scholarships and Grants  |  Comments[0]