Scholarship Opportunity

Nevada NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Research Scholarship

Offered by Nevada NASA Space Grant Consortium

A research scholarship for full-time NSHE undergraduates completing independently conceived NASA-aligned STEM research or hands-on projects with an NSHE faculty mentor.

EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelUndergraduate Student

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Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2026–2027 Scholarship Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineMarch 6, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be a full-time undergraduate at a Nevada System of Higher Education institution.
  • Pursue a NASA-related STEM degree.
  • Develop an independently conceived research or hands-on project aligned with NASA mission priorities.
  • Work under the supervision of at least one NSHE faculty mentor.
  • Remain eligible to receive financial aid through the home institution.

Requirements

  • Choose either the 10-week summer research period or the fall-through-spring academic-year period.
  • Maintain good academic standing, required enrollment, and faculty mentorship.
  • Use part of the award to attend and present at the statewide Nevada NASA EPSCoR/NVSGC meeting in Reno.

How to Apply

  1. 1Identify an eligible NASA-aligned project and NSHE faculty mentor.
  2. 2Review the official solicitation.
  3. 3Complete the application and research materials by the active-cycle deadline.
  4. 4Plan for the required statewide presentation.