[American Astronomical Society](https://aas.org)

March 8, 2024 (2024 application deadline)

$10,000 per academic year; several awards annually; renewable for additional years

Supports African American undergraduates with financial need pursuing physics or astronomy degrees at accredited U.S. institutions.

Applicants must be second-semester freshmen or higher; graduating seniors are not eligible.

--- ## Description The TEAM-UP Together Scholarship is designed to address the underrepresentation of African American students in physics and astronomy by providing substantial financial support, fostering inclusivity, and promoting academic success. Led by a coalition of leading physics and astronomy organizations, this program aims to double the number of African American students earning bachelor's degrees in these fields by 2030. Awardees receive up to $10,000 per academic year, which can be used for tuition, fees, books, supplies, or equipment required for coursework. Recipients also gain access to professional development, mentoring, and community support through the Society of Physics Students and the broader TEAM-UP Together network. --- ## Due Dates - March 8, 2024: 2024 TEAM-UP Together Scholarship application deadline (full application due) --- ## Funding Amount - $10,000 per academic year per recipient - Multiple awards are made annually - Recipients may reapply for renewed support in subsequent years - Funds may be used for tuition, enrollment fees, books, supplies, and required equipment --- ## Eligibility Applicants must meet all the following criteria: - Be an undergraduate majoring in physics or astronomy at an accredited U.S. college or university - Be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident - Be a second-semester freshman or higher; graduating seniors are not eligible - Be in good academic standing (minimum GPA of 2.0) - Demonstrate financial need that impacts academic progress - Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to enhancing access and opportunities for students facing systemic barriers in physics and astronomy --- ## Application Process - Complete the online application through the [TEAM-UP Together Scholarship portal](https://teamuptogether.smapply.io/prog/2026_team-up_together_scholarship_application/) - Required materials typically include academic transcripts, proof of enrollment, documentation of financial need, and short essays or statements demonstrating commitment to diversity and inclusion in physics/astronomy - Awardees must submit a completed W-9 federal tax form before funds are disbursed - Recipients are expected to participate in program surveys and maintain updated contact information --- ## Additional Information - Students may receive only one award per year but can reapply annually for continued support - Awardees automatically become members of the Society of Physics Students and gain access to mentoring, professional development, and conference travel funding - The program is funded by the Simons Foundation, Simons Foundation International, and other TEAM-UP Together partners --- ## External Links - [Official Scholarship Announcement and Details](https://aas.org/posts/news/2024/02/apply-2024-team-together-scholarship) - [TEAM-UP Together Main Page](https://www.teamuptogether.org/) - [Scholarship Application Portal](https://teamuptogether.smapply.io/prog/2026_team-up_together_scholarship_application/) - [Eligibility and Program FAQs](https://www.teamuptogether.org/scholarship) - [Past Scholarship Recipients](https://www.teamuptogether.org/scholarship-recipients) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Contact | [Contact AAS](https://aas.org/contact) | | Email | [email protected] | | Phone | +1 202-328-2010 | | Program Info | [TEAM-UP Together Scholarship](https://www.teamuptogether.org/scholarship) | ---

2024 TEAM-UP Together Scholarship

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