Physics Scholarships

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Kentucky offers several scholarships to undergraduate students majoring in physics. Awards are typically for one year and range from $500 to $1500. All prospective and current UK students considering a major in physics are encouraged to apply. Current physics majors are also eligible.

Scholarship awards are made primarily on the basis of merit (based largely on performance in science courses). Priority will be given to graduating high school seniors, first and second year physics majors, and other UK students considering majoring in physics. Financial need (as determined by the UK Office of Financial Aid) may also be considered to determine the award amount, with larger awards going to students having greater need.

Scholarship recipients are required to register as a Physics Major before the start date of the award, enroll in at least 3 credit hours of physics courses per semester, maintain an overall GPA of at least 3.3, and maintain good progress toward a degree in physics.

The brief application form is available as a PDF document. Please submit the completed, printed form by mail to:

Scholarships Committee
Department of Physics and Astronomy
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40506-0055

or by fax to:

859-323-2846

The deadline for receipt of completed applications is February 29, 2008. Please direct any questions about the scholarship program to scholarships@pa.uky.edu.