INTERNATIONAL SPACE UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP 2024
Are you passionate about space exploration and driven to contribute to the future of the space industry? The International Space University (ISU) Scholarship Program for 2024 could be your ideal launchpad!
Empowering the Next Generation of Space Leaders
The ISU Scholarship Program provides exceptional students with financial support to participate in one of ISU’s prestigious programs:
- Master of Space Studies (MSS): Gain a comprehensive understanding of space activities, technology, policy, and business through this intensive graduate program.
- Space Studies Program (SSP): Immerse yourself in a multidisciplinary summer program exploring space exploration, international cooperation, and the future of humanity in space.
Investing in Your Stellar Potential
The ISU Scholarship Program recognizes the importance of fostering future space leaders. By awarding scholarships, the program aims to attract talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and empower them to shape the future of space exploration.
Eligibility Criteria for Scholarship Consideration:
To be eligible for the ISU Scholarship Program, you must meet specific criteria that may vary depending on the scholarship type. Generally, applicants should demonstrate:
- Strong academic background in a relevant field (e.g., science, engineering, technology)
- A genuine passion for space exploration and a desire to contribute to the space industry
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Fluency in English, the primary language of instruction at ISU
Unveiling a World of Opportunity
ISU Scholars benefit from a multitude of advantages:
- Partial or full tuition coverage: Reduce the financial burden of your space studies education.
- Access to world-class faculty and facilities: Learn from renowned experts and utilize cutting-edge technology at ISU.
- Global network of peers and professionals: Build valuable connections with other passionate space enthusiasts from around the world.
Eligibility Requirements for ISU Scholarship 2024
To be considered for the ISU Scholarship 2024, you must:
- be a citizen of an African country and to reside in Africa.
- be a Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) member
- be between 18 and 35 years old at the time of the start of the MSS program.
- ISU and SGAC Board and Staff are not eligible for this award.
- If selected, to be able to obtain a visa to travel to France
The minimum pre-requisites to be eligible to apply for the MSS is to be proficient in English and to have obtained (or be about to obtain) a Bachelor’s degree (in any field, technical or non-technical) by August 2024.
Admission requirements are available here:
Required Documents for ISU Scholarship 2024
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- application Form
- a resume (CV) which should in particular include the list of your contributions to SGAC
- an essay (around 500 words) explaining your motivation to attend the ISU MSS
- a copy of your diplomas and grade transcripts
- 2 reference letters following the standard ISU template to be sent to the referees
How to Apply for International Space University Scholarship (Step by Step)
To apply for the ISU Scholarship 2024, interested and qualified applicants should follow the procedures below;
- click on the button below to visit the ISU’s program webpage
- submit an application that adheres to the scholarship guidelines
- The application shall be submitted via the ISU website.
- The language of all submissions shall be English.
- In case of a lack of quality submissions, the organizers have the right to extend and or cancel the scholarship.
The winner of the scholarship shall:
- Submit a 1-minute video recording themselves, describing how this opportunity is going to be a game changer and encouraging similar initiatives for inclusion on the SGAC and ISU website, newsletter, or social media outlets.
- Attend and complete the entire Master’s program starting in September 2024.
- Contribute to advocating for the next generation of Space Leaders within Africa.
Source: Scholarship Region
