Ernest F. Hollings Scholarship (NOAA)
Comprehensive scholarship program supporting ocean, atmospheric, and environmental sciences education
Scholarship Benefits
- Academic assistance: Up to $9,500 per year for full-time study
- Summer internship: 10-week paid position ($700/week) at NOAA facility
- Second year support: Additional academic assistance if reappointed
- Professional development: Hands-on experience in NOAA-related fields
- Career connections: Direct pipeline to NOAA employment opportunities
Research Areas
NOAA-related science, research, technology, policy, management, and education including:
- Atmospheric sciences and meteorology
- Ocean and marine sciences
- Environmental engineering
- Climate science and modeling
- Remote sensing and geospatial analysis
- Fisheries and marine biology
Perfect for Illinois Tech Students
- Environmental Engineering: Direct alignment with NOAA mission
- Computer Science: Climate modeling, data analysis
- Electrical Engineering: Remote sensing, instrumentation
- Physics: Atmospheric physics, ocean dynamics
- Applied Mathematics: Climate and weather modeling
Eligibility Requirements
- U.S. citizen
- Full-time undergraduate sophomore or junior
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Major in field relevant to NOAA mission
- Demonstrate academic excellence and career interest in ocean, atmospheric, or environmental sciences
Application Deadline: Typically January each year
Program Timeline: Awards announced in May for following academic year
Questions? Contact NOAA Education Office: educationprograms@noaa.gov
