The Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF), a non-profit organization established in 1984 by the Mercury 7 astronauts, supports the next generation of STEM leaders by awarding scholarships to outstanding undergraduate students. Specifically, the ASF provides scholarships of up to $15,000 to students pursuing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics degrees. The ASF partners with numerous universities and benefits from sponsors such as Blue Origin's Club for the Future, offering scholars mentoring and networking opportunities with astronauts and industry leaders.
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The Astronaut Scholarship Foundation provides merit-based scholarships for college students majoring in STEM programs at more than 44 partner universities and selects more than 50 Astronaut Scholars each year.
The Astronaut Scholarship Foundation provides merit-based scholarships for college students majoring in STEM at more than 44 partner universities and selects more than 50 Astronaut Scholars each year.
Proceeds from the U.S. Mint’s sale of the Apollo 11 50th Anniversary coins benefit the Astronauts Memorial Foundation, the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation, and the National Air and Space Museum’s Destination Moon gallery scheduled to open in 2022.