National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Scholars Program

The National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Scholars Program awards a $50,000 scholarship to a student who will deliver the keynote address at the Goddard Memorial Dinner. It recognizes excellence in academics, public speaking, and commitment to a career in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics. The recipient receives scholarship funds paid to their college or university and has travel and lodging covered for themselves and one guest. Selected applicants also participate in a live video audition and deliver the keynote at the dinner.

US$50,000 scholarship for tuition paid to the recipient's institution; opportunity to deliver the keynote at the Goddard Memorial Dinner; travel and lodging for recipient and one guest; recognition at the event.

Must be a U.S. citizen; open to high school seniors through undergraduate students; must be pursuing a career in a STEM field; must plan to attend an accredited U.S. college or university; applicants must not have previously spoken at the Goddard Memorial Dinner.

Complete an online application by the deadline; submit a video demonstrating public speaking ability and a single PDF with unofficial transcript and two letters of recommendation; if selected, participate in a live video audition with the NSCF executive committee.