FY25 Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship Program
ID: 356578Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

DOC NOAA - ERA Production (DOC-DOCNOAAERA)

Award Range

$47K - $47K

Eligible Applicants

Individuals

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356578
Timeline
    Description

    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is offering the FY25 Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship Program, aimed at supporting U.S. citizens and permanent residents pursuing master's or doctoral degrees in oceanography, marine biology, and maritime archaeology. This competitive scholarship program emphasizes diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, providing approximately $500,000 annually to support 2-5 students with awards of about $47,000 each, which cover tuition, stipends, and collaboration opportunities at NOAA facilities. Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.30, be admitted to an accredited graduate program, and participate in outreach and training activities related to their research. The pre-application deadline is October 31, 2024, with full applications due by February 14, 2025, and final award announcements expected by May 30, 2025. For more information, interested individuals can contact the program at fosterscholars@noaa.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    fosterscholars@noaa.gov
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    The NOAA Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship Program offers competitive scholarships for U.S. citizens and permanent residents pursuing master's and doctoral degrees in oceanography, marine biology, and maritime archaeology. Annually, approximately $500,000 is available, supporting 2-5 students with about $47,000 each, covering tuition, a stipend, and collaboration opportunities at NOAA facilities. The program emphasizes diversity, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups. The application process consists of a pre-application due on October 31, 2024, followed by an invitation to submit a full application, due by February 14, 2025. Key eligibility requirements include a minimum 3.30 GPA and admission to an accredited graduate program. Scholarship recipients must participate in outreach and training, and must develop a communication strategy to raise awareness of their research and its societal impacts. Evaluation criteria for applications focus on academic excellence, research relevance to NOAA priorities, and financial need. Final award announcements are anticipated by May 30, 2025. Overall, the scholarship program aims to foster academic pursuits and enhance diversity within marine science disciplines.
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