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K-State Today Student Edition

September 16, 2019

Hey undergrad researchers, apply for a Goldwater Scholarship nomination

Submitted by Kali Poenitske

Are you a sophomore or junior in engineering, mathematics, or the natural sciences? Participating in undergraduate research? If so, you may be an excellent candidate for the Goldwater Scholarship, which awards up to $7,500 per year toward college expenses.

Ideal Goldwater nominees plan to earn a doctorate and seek a career in engineering, mathematics, or the natural sciences; have maintained a 3.8 or higher GPA; and have undergraduate research experience.

Universities can nominate up to four students to compete nationally for the Goldwater Scholarship. Students nominated to represent K-State in the national competition will also receive a $1,000 scholarship from the university for spring 2020.

Campus applications are due on Oct. 21. To obtain a copy of the application, contact Jim Hohenbary, Goldwater faculty representative, at jimlth@k-state.edu

For students wishing to learn more, several Goldwater information sessions will be offered in 215 Fairchild Hall:

  • 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23. 
  • 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24. 
  • 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25.

If you have questions or would like to discuss other scholarship options, you can also contact Jim Hohenbary at 785-532-3422 or jimlth@k-state.edu