The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship Program provides support for master’s and doctoral studies in oceanography, marine biology, maritime archaeology and all other science, engineering, social science and resource management disciplines involving ocean and coastal areas particularly by women and members of minority groups.

Eligibility:

• Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or citizen or a U.S. territory
• Applicant must pursue or intend to pursue a masters or doctoral degree in oceanography, maritime archeology, or marine biology, including all science, engineering and resources management of the ocean and coastal areas
• Must be attending a U.S. accredited institution
• Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or better,
• Must maintain full time status for the duration of the scholarship award

Submission Deadline: December 10th

http://fosterscholars.noaa.gov/aboutscholarship.html