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.
Students apply during their junior year.
Macalester may nominate up to four students. The Morris K. Udall Scholarship Program was created to encourage current sophomores and juniors to pursue careers related to environmental policy. Macalester may nominate three students who have outstanding potential and intend to pursue careers in environmental public policy. The scholarship pays a yearly stipend to help students complete their undergraduate education.