Science Scholarships

Undergraduate scholarship for student who have completed two or more years in a course of study leading to a degree in nuclear science, nuclear engineering, or a nuclear-related field. The eligibility requirements are as follows:  You must be an ANS student member (U.S. or non-U.S. citizen) attending a qualified university in the United States.  Completed application with a grade transcript, and three confidential reference forms must be received by February 1. If you feel that you qualify, please fill out the application and mail to the Scholarship Coordinator. The address is found on the application. If you have any questions, please call 708-352-6611, fax to 708-352-8238, or submit them via e-mail to the Outreach Department.

Academic Level: Undergraduate - Junior Academic/Research Discipline: Physics, Engineering, or Materials Science Monetary Award $1000 to be awarded for Junior year $1000 to be given for Senior year Total award is $2000 over a two-year period This is a one-year, one-time award and non-renewable. The Accelerator Applications Division Honors & Awards Committee will select the recipient. The proposed award criteria are: Academic performance Faculty recommendations Letters of recommendation from two faculty members Professional accomplishments and career objectives A summary of accomplishments that includes honors, awards, professional work activities, and special interest activities A description of long-term and short-term professional objectives. Research interests aligned with the Division's topical areas will be given greater weight. Additional considerations will be given to those candidates who: Demonstrate financial need Are members of an under-represented class (female/minority) Have a record of service to ANS

To be eligible to receive the Washington, DC Section Scholarship, a student must meet all of the following criteria: Must have completed at least two full years of undergraduate study at the time the scholarship is awarded. Must be pursuing a degree in nuclear engineering, health physics, or nuclear-related studies. A minor in nuclear engineering or health physics may be considered as meeting this requirement. Must have a home (permanent) address within 100 miles of Washington, DC. This will be determined using a mapping program, such as Mapquest, with the White House as the "origin."

The ANS Pittsburgh Local Section awards two scholarships each year, for one undergraduate ($2000) and one graduate student ($3500). Typically, applicants are affiliated with Western Pennsylvania and pursuing a degree related to nuclear technology.To apply for the Pittsburgh Local Section Scholarship, complete an ANS Scholarship Application and check the "Pittsburgh Local Section" box on the second page of the application.

For students pursuing graduate studies in nuclear engineering with a focus in the field of human factors, instrumentation and controls. An applicant for this scholarship must be a full–time graduate student of a North American university engaged in Masters or Ph.D. research into technical aspects of human factors, instrumentation and/or controls. Students of all nationalities are eligible for the Robert E. Uhrig Graduate Scholarship. The Robert E. Uhrig Graduate Scholarship is a $4,000 scholarship given annually to one graduate student in nuclear engineering. The Scholarship focus is on the technical disciplines involved in Nuclear Plant Instrumentation, Controls, and Human–Machine Interface Technologies in the context of nuclear power or other nuclear engineering specific applications.

Available for full-time graduate student in a program leading to an advanced degree in nuclear science, nuclear engineering, or a nuclear-related field. Nomination of handicapped persons is encouraged.

Available for full-time graduate students in a program leading to an advanced degree in nuclear science, nuclear engineering, or a nuclear-related field. Scholarship being offered every odd years.

Available for full-time graduate students in a program leading to an advanced degree in nuclear science, nuclear engineering, or a nuclear-related field. Scholarship being offered every even years.

Scholarship available for full-time graduate students in a program leading to an advanced degree in nuclear science, nuclear engineering, or a nuclear-related field.

Administered by the NCS Division, this scholarship is in recognition of those individuals who have been identified as being"Pioneers" in the industry and who have made major contributions to nuclear criticality safety. These individuals as well as a brief summary of their significant contributions will be maintained on the NCS division's web site. One scholarship will be awarded to a graduate nuclear science/engineering major, with the desired emphasis on areas supporting nuclear criticality safety. These areas include, but are not limited to, computer code development for neutron transport calculations, critical or subcritical experiments, and neutron cross section evaluation. Evaluation Criteria Contributions to American Nuclear Society (30%) National ANS activities, including meeting attendance and offices held; Student ANS Chapter activities, including all offices held; Local section activities including meeting attendance and offices held; and Other activities that are aligned with ANS objective, such as ones that promote public understanding of nuclear energy/research. Financial Need (20%) A statement of financial need, including special circumstances; The average number of hours per week that the student works for pay, during the school year; The dollar value of all scholarships received for the school year. Professional Accomplishments and Career Objectives (20%) A summary of accomplishments that includes honors, awards, professional work activities, and special interest activities. A description of long-term and short-term professional objectives (especially indication of interest in NCS) Academic Performance (30%) A transcript. Faculty Recommendations - Completed recommendations from three faculty members.

For students pursuing a degree in engineering or science major with emphasis on:/ Decommissioning/decontamination or, Management/characterization of radioactive waste or, Restoration of the environment or, Nuclear engineering. Special selection criteria, restrictions, and other special requirements (if any): The student must be enrolled in a curriculum of engineering and the scholarship is limited to U.S. citizens who are enrolled in U.S. schools. Applicants for the DD&R Scholarship must submit a description of long-term and short-term professional objectives. The student will join the American Nuclear Society (ANS) and designate the DDR Division as one of his/her professional divisions. The student will commit to participating in the DD&R Division Activities by attending either or both the ANS annual and winter meeting and serving as a student representative at the DD&R Executive Committee meetings at the ANS meeting. The Division will provide funding for the student's travel, including student registration, reasonable transportation, food, and lodging.

The American Nuclear Society's Nuclear Engineering Education for the Disadvantaged (NEED) program provides educational and professional assistance to the culturally and economically disadvantaged in order to encourage their educational pursuits in the atomic sciences. The ANS NEED Committee has oversight for the program. It approves funds for ANS scholarships that directly support students with economic and cultural disadvantages.