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

March 2026 | May 2026

$10,000 per award; renewable annually for eligible students.

Supports African American undergraduates in physics and astronomy with significant financial aid to increase representation in these fields.

Forecasted dates—application cycle and requirements may change; check program page for updates.

--- ## Description The TEAM-UP Together Scholarship program is a collaborative initiative led by the American Astronomical Society and partner organizations to address the underrepresentation of African American students in physics and astronomy. The program offers substantial financial support—$10,000 per year—to undergraduate students majoring in these fields who demonstrate financial need and a commitment to advancing access and equity in physics and astronomy. The initiative is part of a broader effort to double the number of African American students earning bachelor’s degrees in these disciplines by 2030. --- ## Due Dates - March 2026 (anticipated/projected): Full application deadline - May 2026 (anticipated/projected): Full application deadline *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Each scholarship award is $10,000. - Awards are made annually; recipients may reapply each year for continued support, provided they remain eligible. - Multiple awards are given each cycle. --- ## Eligibility Applicants must: - Be African American undergraduate students majoring in physics or astronomy. - Demonstrate financial need that impacts academic progress. - Be enrolled at an accredited U.S. institution of higher education. - Be at least a second-semester freshman (graduating seniors are not eligible). - Be in good academic standing. - Show understanding and commitment to enhancing access and opportunities for all students in physics and astronomy, especially those facing systemic barriers. - Use scholarship funds to continue or complete undergraduate education. --- ## Application Process - Complete an online application (requires written statements, current transcript, and a letter of recommendation). - Submit a completed W-9 (or W-8) federal tax form and ACH/Direct Deposit form if selected. - Provide current contact information and respond to award and program-related surveys. - Reapplication is encouraged for continuing students each year. --- ## Additional Information - The program is funded by the Simons Foundation and Simons Foundation International, with support from the AIP Foundation and donors. - TEAM-UP Together Scholars also receive mentoring, professional development, and networking opportunities. - The scholarship is part of a larger initiative to catalyze systemic change in physics and astronomy education. --- ## External Links - [AAS TEAM-UP Together Scholarship Information](https://aas.org/posts/news/2024/02/apply-2024-team-together-scholarship) - [TEAM-UP Together Application Portal](https://teamuptogether.smapply.io/prog/2025_team-up_together_scholarship_application/) - [Program Overview & How to Apply](https://www.teamuptogether.org/scholarship/how-to-apply) - [TEAM-UP Together Initiative](https://www.teamuptogether.org/) - [AIP TEAM-UP Together Scholarship Details](https://www.aip.org/aip/team-up-together-scholarship-applications) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |----------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Email | [scholarships@TEAMUPTogether.org](mailto:scholarships@TEAMUPTogether.org) | | Funder Contact | [AAS Contact Page](https://aas.org/contact) | | Phone | +1 202-328-2010 | ---

2024 TEAM-UP Together Scholarship

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