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

March 8, 2024 | May 23, 2025

$10,000 per academic year; renewable with re-application.

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

--- ## Description The TEAM-UP Together Scholarship provides financial support of up to $10,000 per year to African American undergraduate students pursuing degrees in physics or astronomy. The initiative is designed to address the underrepresentation of African American students in these fields by reducing financial barriers and supporting their academic success. The program is a collaboration among leading physics and astronomy organizations, funded by the Simons Foundation, and aims to double the number of African American students earning bachelor's degrees in physics and astronomy by 2030. In addition to financial support, recipients gain membership in the Society of Physics Students and access to professional development, mentoring, and conference opportunities. --- ## Due Dates - March 8, 2024 (2024 application deadline) - May 23, 2025 (2025 application deadline; applications open March 3, 2025) --- ## Funding Amount - Each scholarship provides $10,000 per academic year. - Recipients may reapply in subsequent years for renewed support. - Funds may be used for education-related expenses, including tuition, fees, books, supplies, and required equipment. --- ## Eligibility Applicants must: - Identify as African American. - Be pursuing an undergraduate degree in physics or astronomy at an accredited US college or university. - Reside in the United States. - Be at least a second-semester freshman (graduating seniors are ineligible). - Be in good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 2.0. - Demonstrate financial need affecting academic progress. - Show understanding of issues related to enhancing access and opportunities for all students in physics and astronomy. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted online via the [TEAM-UP Together application portal](https://teamuptogether.smapply.io/prog/2025_team-up_together_scholarship_application/). - The 2025 application period opens March 3, 2025, and closes May 23, 2025. - Required materials typically include: - Academic transcripts - Statement of financial need - Personal statement addressing commitment to physics/astronomy and equity/access issues - Verification of enrollment - Letters of recommendation may be requested --- ## Additional Information - Recipients automatically become members of the Society of Physics Students and are eligible for additional professional development and mentoring opportunities. - Awardees may use funds for any expenses that assist in continuing or completing undergraduate education in physics or astronomy. - The scholarship is part of a broader initiative to foster diversity and inclusion in the physical sciences. --- ## External Links - [TEAM-UP Together Scholarship Details and Application](https://teamuptogether.smapply.io/prog/2025_team-up_together_scholarship_application/) - [American Astronomical Society Funding Opportunities](https://aas.org/subjects/general-funding-opportunities) - [TEAM-UP Together Main Page](https://www.teamuptogether.org/) - [2024 Scholarship Announcement](https://aas.org/posts/news/2024/02/apply-2024-team-together-scholarship) - [TEAM-UP Together Scholarship Program Information](https://www.teamuptogether.org/scholarship) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |-------------------|---------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Contact AAS](https://aas.org/contact) | | Email | [email protected] | | Phone | +1 202-328-2010 |

2024 TEAM-UP Together Scholarship - American Astronomical Society

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