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Deadline
Last Friday in January (5:00 PM CT); First Tuesday in September: Goldwater Online Application Opens
Award amount
$5,000; $7,500 per year maximum; Up to $7,500 per academic year
Academic level
Undergraduate
Citizenship
U.S. citizens, Permanent residents
Eligibility
Full-time student; Aspiring to research careers; College sophomores and juniors; Have a GPA ≥ 3. 0 on a 4. 0 scale; Matriculated sophomore or junior
Application materials
Transcript(s); Research essay; Online questionnaire; 2026 Application Questions PDF; Three letters of recommendation
Official source pages
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ApplicationJun 24, 2026
Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation
The Barry Goldwater Scholarship is a prestigious award for undergraduates pursuing research careers in science, mathematics, and engineering. Learn about the foundation, application process, and important dates.
ApplicationJun 24, 2026
General Guidance for Applicants
Provides guidance for preparing a competitive Goldwater Scholarship application, emphasizing planning, detail, and working with representatives and recommenders.
ApplicationJun 24, 2026
Steps in Nomination Process - Student
Details the 5-step nomination process for the Goldwater Scholarship, including eligibility, identifying a Campus Representative, and application components.
ApplicationJun 24, 2026
Reference Letter Presentation
Presentation on reference letters for the Goldwater Scholarship program, held on October 24, 2024. Part of the Open House Archive.
ApplicationJun 24, 2026
Steps in Nomination Process - Campus Representative
Details the six-step nomination process for Campus Representatives, including reviewing student pre-applications, assisting with references, and selecting nominees.
ApplicationJun 24, 2026
Faculty Mentor Award Recipients
Profiles of past Faculty Mentor Award recipients, including the 2025 awardee Juliane Strauss-Soukup, highlighting their mentorship and contributions to undergraduate research.
ApplicationJun 24, 2026
Letter Writing Guidance – Recommenders
Guidance for recommenders on writing effective letters of recommendation for the Goldwater Scholarship, focusing on research contributions and potential.
ApplicationJun 24, 2026
Information Packet
Details on creating an information packet for recommenders, including resume, narrative statements, and tailored materials for research mentors or faculty members.
DeadlineJun 24, 2026
Goldwater Scholarship Important Dates
Key dates for the Goldwater Scholarship program, including application opening, nomination deadlines, review periods, and award announcements.
Details nomination rules and deadlines for the Goldwater Scholarship, including exceptions for disasters and portal closures. All materials due by the last Friday in January.
EligibilityJun 24, 2026
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements | Barry Goldwater
Eligibility criteria for the Goldwater Scholarship, including academic, research, GPA, and citizenship requirements. Details on institutional nomination limits.
FAQJun 24, 2026
Kimberly Probolus Wins 2018 Gerald R. Ford Scholar Award
Announces Kimberly Probolus as the 2018 winner of the Gerald R. Ford Scholar Award, a $5,000 grant for doctoral students researching 20th-century US political processes.
HomepageJun 24, 2026
Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation
The Goldwater Scholarship is the preeminent undergraduate award for students pursuing research careers in natural sciences, mathematics, and engineering.
PDF guideJun 24, 2026
Insights and Tips from the Scholars
A PDF document offering insights and tips from Goldwater Scholars on the application process, advice for potential applicants, and the impact of winning the scholarship.
PDF guideJun 24, 2026
Goldwater Scholarship Letter Writer Guidance
Guidance for recommenders on writing strong letters for the Goldwater Scholarship, focusing on research potential and specific examples.
PDF guideJun 24, 2026
2026 Application Questions
PDF document outlining the 2026 Goldwater Scholarship application questions, covering personal information, career goals, research experience, academic history, and certifications.
PDF guideJun 24, 2026
Goldwater Scholarship 2026 Press Release
Press release announcing the 2026 Goldwater Scholarship competition for students pursuing research careers in science, math, or engineering. Details nomination and application.
PDF guideJun 24, 2026
Goldwater Scholarship Promotional Poster
Promotional poster for the Goldwater Scholarship, detailing eligibility, application process, nomination period, and award benefits for students pursuing research careers.
RequirementsJun 24, 2026
Letter Format and Submission Requirements
Details the required format for recommendation letters, including page limits, margins, font size, and submission instructions via Campus Representatives.
RequirementsJun 24, 2026
Past Recipients of the Gerald R. Ford Scholar Award
List of past recipients of the Gerald R. Ford Scholar Award in Honor of Robert M. Teeter, with dissertation titles and affiliations. Includes application deadline and contact information.
Recent changes
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