NOAA Hollings Scholarship
The NOAA Hollings Scholarship recognizes outstanding students studying in NOAA mission fields.
Scholars receive up to $9,500 per year for two academic years of full-time study and a 10-week internship that takes place between the first and second year of the program involving NOAA-related science, research, technology, policy, management, and education activities. Hollings alumni report that the experience influenced their academic and career paths, expanded their professional networks and improved their skills for working in NOAA mission fields.
Eligibility
Please review complete eligibility requirements on the program website.
- Class year: Sophomores
- Citizenship: U.S. citizenship required
- GPA: Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Major: A declared major in a discipline including, but not limited to: oceanic, environmental, biological, and atmospheric sciences, mathematics, engineering, remote sensing technology, computer and information science, physical and social sciences including geography, physics, hydrology, geomatics, or teacher education that support NOAA's programs and mission
Eligible applicants may submit applications directly to the NOAA Hollings Scholarship program. Review application tips and resources in the NOAA Hollings Scholarship Application Toolkit (Davidson login required).
Schedule an Office of Fellowships advising appointment with Gaylena Merritt, Director of Fellowships, to discuss your candidacy.
Davidson NOAA Hollings Scholars
2020 - Virginia Gilliland ‘22
2016 - Steffaney Wood ‘18
2010 - Kelvin Bates (Chemistry) ‘12