GCURS & the Goldwater Scholarship
Supporting the Next Generation of STEM Leaders
The Barry Goldwater Scholarship is one of the nation’s most prestigious undergraduate awards for students in the natural sciences, engineering, and mathematics. It recognizes exceptional undergraduates with strong research potential and supports their academic and professional development with up to $7,500 per year in funding.
At GCURS, we share this commitment to fostering undergraduate research excellence. To encourage participation and support future scientific leaders, GCURS offers up to $400 in travel funding to the first 150 accepted Goldwater Scholars who present their work at the symposium.
Why GCURS?
GCURS offers Goldwater Scholars and applicants an opportunity to:
- Present original research to faculty and graduate mentors from top programs
- Receive meaningful feedback in a supportive academic setting
- Build relationships with graduate students and fellow researchers
- Strengthen fellowship applications through early professional presentation experience
Each year, GCURS welcomes talented undergraduates from across the country to share their research and explore future pathways in STEM. GCURS is a powerful professional development experience that complements the values of excellence and innovation championed by the Goldwater Foundation.
Interested in attending GCURS as a Goldwater Scholar?
Apply to GCURS, or contact us with questions at gcurs@rice.edu.
Interested in applying to be a Goldwater Scholar?
Learn more here.