Undergraduate Research Apprenticeships
The Alaska Space Grant Program funds undergraduate STEM research projects at Alaska institutions that align with NASA’s mission and require faculty mentorship and a public presentation.
Funder: Alaska Space Grant Program
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 (Academic Year) | March 1, 2027 (Summer)
Funding Amounts: Up to $7,300 per award; single-year stipend; paid directly to student.
Summary: Research stipends for Alaska undergraduates in STEM fields to conduct NASA-relevant research with faculty mentorship.
Key Information: Applicants must identify a faculty mentor and be U.S. citizens enrolled at an Alaska institution.
Description
The Alaska Space Grant Program Undergraduate Research Apprenticeships provide competitive stipends to undergraduate students enrolled in STEM disciplines at Alaska institutions of higher education. These awards support hands-on research or engineering projects that align with NASA’s mission and strategic goals, encouraging students to pursue STEM careers and strengthening the pipeline of NASA-relevant talent in Alaska. Each apprentice is required to work with a faculty mentor and present their research at the Alaska Space Grant Symposium or an equivalent public forum.
