Dorothy M. and Earl S. Hoffman Scholarship
Forecasted
The Dorothy M. and Earl S. Hoffman Scholarship supports graduate students’ research and continuing studies in sciences and technologies of interest to AVS, encouraging research and academic excellence.
Funder: American Vacuum Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Cash award, certificate, and reimbursed travel support to attend the AVS International Symposium
Summary: Recognizes excellence in graduate research and academic achievement in sciences and technologies of interest to AVS.
Key Information: Applicants must be registered graduate students at accredited academic institutions when applications are due.
Description
The Dorothy M. and Earl S. Hoffman Scholarship is administered by the American Vacuum Society (AVS) through its National Student Awards competition. It recognizes and encourages excellence in continuing graduate studies in sciences and technologies of interest to the Society. Selection emphasizes excellence in research and academic record, with research presentations to the Awards Committee forming part of the finalist review.
Established in 2002, the scholarship is funded by a bequest from Dorothy M. Hoffman, AVS President in 1974 and a longstanding contributor to the Society. It continues her commitment to student education and training in topics of interest to AVS members. The scholarship combines recognition of graduate achievement with cash support and reimbursed travel to the Society’s International Symposium.
