The Goldwater Scholarship is awarded annually to oustanding sophomores or juniors conducting research in science, math and engineering and plan to make research an integral part of their future careers. Each scholarship covers eligible expenses for tuition, fees, books and room/board up to a maximum of $7,500 annually. Sophomores are eligible for up to two years of funding.
The deadline has been EXTENDED TO November 26. More details are available here: http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/goldwater If you are interested in applying or to learn more, please contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs at ssp@uic.edu, who will assist you in all steps of the application process.