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STEM Scholarships

Explore scholarship types, eligibility, timelines, and how STEM communication shapes every North Star award.

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Scholarships for Alaska Communicators

North Star STEM Foundation awards scholarships to Alaska high school and college students who can clearly explain a STEM topic of their choice. We especially welcome applicants from rural and first-generation backgrounds pursuing any STEM-related degree or training.

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Complete this brief form to apply or signal interest, and we’ll follow up with details, deadlines, and next steps.

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A close-up photographic scene of a rugged, weatherproof tablet resting on a moss-covered rock at the edge of an Alaska river, its screen displaying a colorful, abstract data visualization and code interface. Around it lie a compact solar charger, a well-used field notebook, and a small, empty sample vial. The background shows blurred tundra vegetation in deep greens and rusty reds, with snow-capped peaks under a pale sky. Soft, diffused overcast light emphasizes textures in the rock, water, and equipment, creating a calm yet adventurous mood. Captured at a low, three-quarter angle with shallow depth of field, the image symbolizes rural STEM fieldwork and research in authentic Alaska landscapes.

Eligibility and Application Details

Review the basic eligibility guidelines, key dates, and required materials before you begin. We outline what to submit, how your STEM communication piece is evaluated, and when you can expect to hear back.

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