Should I apply for the Goldwater Scholarship?

nanotechnology
Fri, 03 Oct 2014 16:10:22 +0000

The biggest part of the Goldwater application is the research proposal. You have to put together a well-planned, feasible, and interesting project proposal, and you have to make a strong case why YOU are qualified to conduct this research. I think it’s worth applying for. Work closely with your research advisor to put together your application. (I went through countless drafts with mine…) Even if you don’t get it this year, or don’t even get your university’s nomination, it’s really useful to go through the process of writing a research proposal. Plus, you’d be even more prepared to re-apply the next year!