# Barry Goldwater Scholarship

> Amount varies from Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation. See the official page for current dates..

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/barry-goldwater-scholarship
- Provider: Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation (Federal)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: See the official page for current dates.
- Official page: https://goldwaterscholarship.gov/impact/overview/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Barry Goldwater Scholarship, provided by the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation, is designed for undergraduate students who are pursuing research careers in the natural sciences, engineering, and mathematics. The program aims to support the next generation of scientific leaders early in their academic journeys. 

To apply, candidates must be nominated by their institution's designated Campus Representative. This nomination process allows students from a wide range of institutions, including research universities, liberal arts colleges, and service academies, to be considered. 

Because this is a merit-based national award focused on research potential in STEM fields, it operates independently of federal or state financial aid applications. Applicants do not need to submit the FAFSA or state-specific financial aid forms to qualify for the nomination or the scholarship itself. For current application dates and deadlines, please see the official page.

## Who can apply

- Education level: Undergraduate
- Year: College 1st year, College 2nd year, College 3rd year, College 4th year
- College types: 2-year college, 4-year college, Public college, Private college
- Candidates must be nominated by their institution's Campus Representative. The program is for students studying the natural sciences, engineering, and mathematics.

## How to apply

Students must be nominated by the designated Campus Representative at their home institution to be considered for this award.

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- [Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)](https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/federal-supplemental-educational-opportunity-grant): $100 to $4,000
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Always confirm amounts, rules and deadlines on the official page before applying.