After a successful twenty-five years the Foundation is implementing a new program for the 2024 academic year.
The Cosmos Scholars Prize will support postdoctoral scholars from local universities. The program selects a few outstanding recent scholars who may receive a prize of up to $25,000. This funding will enable recipients to further their research, ultimately contributing to the advancement of knowledge and discovering innovative solutions in disciplinary challenges.
Eligible Institutions
- American University
- The Catholic University of America
- Gallaudet University
- George Mason University
- The George Washington University*
*The former Corcoran College of Art & Design is now part of The George Washington University - Georgetown University
- Howard University
- Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies
- Marymount University
- Trinity University
- Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Cosmos Scholars Prize
The Cosmos Scholars Prize awards recipients for their rigorous research. The winners will attend a special event in their honor, held at the Cosmos Club, where they will speak in their fields of expertise.
Prize Categories Include:
- Arts and Humanities
- Literature
- Biological/Biomedical Research
- Computer Science and Mathematics
- Physical Sciences
- Social Science and Economics
