The Interstellar Research Group "was created to foster and assist the study, research and experimentation necessary to make human interstellar travel a reality, with untold benefits to life on Earth," said IRG President Emeritus John Preston. "We can imagine no better way to demonstrate that goal than the creation of these scholarships, helping new generations of thinkers, builders and explorers to set their sights on the stars."
Scholarship Details
- Available to high school seniors and current undergraduates.
- Scholarship can be used at any accredited, four-year college or university in the United States.
- Applicants must demonstrate an interest in STEM fields and interstellar research.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to high school seniors and current undergraduates.
- Must be pursuing their first undergraduate degree.
- U.S. citizen and resident of the United States or its territories.
Application Process
- Complete the application form.
- Submit a one-page statement outlining career goals and providing biographical background information.
- Submit a 2,500-word essay on the student’s research and its relevance to achieving interstellar missions in .docx (Word) format.
The Interstellar Research Group works tirelessly to help young students continue their education work toward a fruitful career in the STEM fields. If you feel like this is a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply today.