This competition is open to non-U.S. citizens. Monday, October 1, 2001. National Science Foundation Graduate Fellowships - NSF administers a program of fellowships for graduate study in the natural and social sciences, mathematics and engineering. The GRE exam is required. Contact Professor Wayne Wolsey in the Chemistry Department for further information.
Students apply during their junior year.
Macalester may nominate one student. Barry M. Goldwater Scholarships - Goldwater awards are made on the basis of merit to sophomores or juniors who have outstanding potential and intend to pursue careers in mathematics, the natural sciences or engineering. Students who plan to study medicine are eligible for a Goldwater Scholarship only if they plan a research career rather than a career as a medical doctor in private practice. The scholarship pays a yearly stipend to help students complete their undergraduate education. Students must have a demonstrated commitment to public service, must be planning a career in public service, and must have outstanding leadership potential.