We are now accepting applications for Van Nattan-Hansen-Anderson Scholarship recipients for 2024.
Established in 1973, the Denver Astronomical Society’s Van Nattan-Hansen-Anderson Scholarship (VNHA) supports graduating high school and undergraduate college students majoring in astronomy and the physical sciences. Each year, scholarships may be awarded to students in good academic standing who have demonstrated intent and merit to pursue a career in the physical sciences or mathematics. VNHA gives priority to students of astronomy, astrophysics, and related fields.
To apply, applicants should complete the application process at THIS LINK starting April 1 each year.
VNHA will only consider applicants whose applications we receive by June 15 each year. VNHA will typically give awards around August 1.
If you need help using the Paperform application website, please contact Jon Groubert, Chair of the Scholarships Committee, at VNHA@denverastro.org.
Criteria
- Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or undergraduate college students in good standing.
- Enrollment must be equivalent to at least a half-time load for the academic term defined by the institution.
- Applicants will be considered at most five times for a full-time student and eight times for a half-time student.
Additional Required Documents (uploaded to Paperform)
- Official Transcripts showing a grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent), including the final transcript of the applicant’s last semester.
- A completed online application (via Paperform) demonstrating the applicant’s interests, background, and declared major.
- Letters of recommendation from at least two reputable sources.
All applicants’ information becomes the property of the Van Nattan-Hansen-Anderson Scholarship Committee. Please send copies of the required information as appropriate. VNHA cannot return documents.
Awards and Judging
Scholarship awards do not and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, age, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, or military service. The decision of the Van Nattan-Hansen-Anderson Scholarship Committee shall be considered final. VNHA gives preference to Astronomy majors.
