Interstellar Research Group Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsored by Interstellar Research Group
Program Overview
The Interstellar Research Group (IRG) 2027 Scholarship Program awards three merit-based scholarships—one each at the undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels—to students whose studies can contribute to interstellar missions and civilization-building. The program supports a broad range of disciplines and is funded by IRG supporters. Applicants are required to submit an essay as part of the application. Awards are intended for students enrolled or accepted for the 2027–2028 academic year.
Description: Three scholarships (undergraduate, master’s, doctoral) supporting education in fields applicable to interstellar research and related societal needs.
- Three scholarships awarded for the 2027–2028 academic year
- Merit-based selection with an essay requirement
- Broad disciplinary scope focused on applicability to interstellar missions
Eligibility & Criteria
Applicants must be U.S. citizens residing in the United States or its territories and either accepted to or enrolled full time in an accredited U.S. college or university for Fall 2027–Spring 2028. The program is open to high school seniors planning to enroll and current undergraduate students, and it considers a wide range of academic fields. Applicants must not include their Social Security Number on any documents. Selection is merit-based and requires completion of the application form and an essay.
Eligibility: U.S. citizens residing in the U.S. or its territories, accepted/enrolled full time for the 2027–2028 academic year; open to high school seniors and current undergraduates.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and resident of the U.S. or its territories
- Accepted to or enrolled full time for Fall 2027–Spring 2028 in an accredited U.S. institution
- Do not include your Social Security Number on any application documents
- Essay submission required; selection is merit-based
Award Value
Each scholarship award is $2,500. The funds are provided by IRG supporters and include named awards such as the Tim Bolgeo Memorial Scholarship. Awards are granted based on merit as determined by the review criteria.
Award Value: $2,500 per scholarship, including designated memorial awards funded by IRG supporters.
- $2,500 award amount per recipient
- Includes named scholarships (e.g., Tim Bolgeo Memorial Scholarship)
- Funding provided by IRG supporters
Application Timeline
Scholarships apply to the academic year Fall 2027–Spring 2028 and require applicants to be accepted or enrolled for that period. The announcement indicates that applications are open to eligible U.S. students and high school seniors preparing to enroll. Specific submission deadlines and application instructions should be obtained from the official IRG application materials.
Application Timeline: Awards correspond to Fall 2027–Spring 2028 academic year; applicants must be accepted/enrolled for that year.
- Awards cover the 2027–2028 academic year
- Applicants must be accepted or enrolled for Fall 2027–Spring 2028
- Refer to official IRG materials for precise deadlines and submission instructions
History of the Award
The scholarship program is administered by the Interstellar Research Group and supported by IRG contributors. Among the awards is the Tim Bolgeo Memorial Scholarship, which is included in the $2,500 scholarship pool. The program’s focus is to support education in fields that advance interstellar exploration and the development of sustainable civilizations.
History of the Award: Administered by IRG and supported by donors; includes memorial designations within the scholarship pool.
- Program administered by the Interstellar Research Group
- Supported by IRG donors and includes named/memorial scholarships
- Focused on disciplines relevant to interstellar research and civilization development