AMS Scholarships and Fellowships
AMS Scholarships and Fellowships support undergraduate and graduate students with study and research funding to pursue careers in atmospheric and related oceanic or hydrologic sciences.
Funder: American Meteorological Society
Due Dates: January 15, 2027 (Graduate Fellowships) | January 15, 2027 (History of Science) | January 31, 2027 (Grotjahn Fellowship) | January 31, 2027 (First-Year Undergraduate) | January 31, 2027 (Senior Named Scholarships)
Funding Amounts: History of Science: $20,000 for one year | Senior Named Scholarships: $2,000–$10,000 | Graduate Fellowships: nine-month stipends and partial travel support | Grotjahn Fellowship: 8–10 weeks
Summary: Undergraduate scholarships and graduate fellowships support study and research in atmospheric and related oceanic or hydrologic sciences.
Description
The American Meteorological Society (AMS) administers scholarships and fellowships for outstanding students pursuing careers in atmospheric and related oceanic or hydrologic sciences. Supported by AMS members, corporations, and government agencies nationwide, the program spans undergraduate study, graduate education, and focused research.
Graduate opportunities include support for academic study, dissertation research in the history of these sciences, and mentor-guided research on extremes. Undergraduate scholarships encourage students entering their first year and recognize outstanding students approaching their final year. Industry partners and named scholarships established by AMS members or in someone’s memory help support undergraduate awards. Eligibility and application guidelines differ by award.
