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Atmospheric science
George Mason University

Atmospheric Science Scholarship

AOES Scholarship for Excellence in Weather and Climate

Photos of meteorologists at work.

AOES department offers 5 awards of $1,500/year for 3 years to students declaring a major in Atmospheric Sciences. The scholarship is intended for high-achieving students with a demonstrated interest in physical sciences and to help talented students who might not otherwise the opportunity to attend college. 

 

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Scholarship Selection Criteria

  • GPA:  The student has a high-school cumulative GPA of 3.0. The same GPA applies to transfer students. 
  • Field of Interest: Students demonstrate an existing interest in STEM fields such as AP exam scores of 4, extracurricular accomplishments such as competing in Science Fairs, state and national Science Olympiad tournaments, and participation in research internship programs. Transfer students have completed courses in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, and Statistics.  
  • Geographic Boundaries:  None.
  • Demographics: The scholarship is intended for all students regardless of gender, race and ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, and place of origin.