Directed Energy Systems
Directed Energy System for Targeting of Asteroids and ExplorRation (DE-STAR) is a proposed University of California Santa Barbara Experimental Cosmology Group experimental astrophysics group primarily focused on studies of the early universe and astrophysical applications of directed energy. They propose a system to deflect asteroids, comets, and other near-Earth objects (NEO) that pose a credible risk of impact. The objects that cross Earth’s orbit, even relatively small ones, can still have a devastating effect. UCSB group proposes an orbital planetary defense system capable of heating the surface of potentially hazardous objects to the point of vaporization. DE-STAR is a modular phased array of kilowatt class lasers powered by photovoltaics, see directed energy weapon.
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Scholarships for Directed Energy Systems Majors
Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace FellowshipScoville Peace Fellowship Program |
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award Up to $27,000 |
deadline October 06, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship is available to graduate students with a strong interest in peace and security issues. In this six - to nine - month program, you will be placed with one of 26 non - profit, public interest organizations to address issues such as arms control, conflict resolution, defense budgets, economic conversion,... View Scholarship Details |
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EAGLES Scholarship - PSUPortland State University |
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award $10,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe EAGLES Scholarship is available to junior-level and above students at Portland State University who are pursuing a degree in STEM. To be considered for this renewable award, you must be from an underrepresented background in STEM. Selection is based on academic merit and financial need. Students also receive mentorship from faculty and... View Scholarship Details |
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Big Bang Theory ScholarshipUniversity of California-Los Angeles (UCLA) |
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award $10,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Big Bang Theory Scholarship is available to undergraduate students majoring in a STEM field at the University of California-Los Angeles. To be considered for this award, you must be a resident of Southern California, demonstrate financial need, and show a strong commitment to STEM studies and extracurriculars. View Scholarship Details |
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BP Scholarship-University of OklahomaUniversity of Oklahoma, Michael F. Price College of Business |
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award $5,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe BP Scholarship is available to students at the University of Oklahoma who are enrolled in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, or Business. You must be a high-achieving student to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Excelerate in STEM Scholarship - MGCCCMississippi Gulf Coast Community College |
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award Up to $4,500 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Excelerate in STEM Scholarship is available to incoming students at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. You must have a minimum GPA of 2.75 and be majoring in a STEM field to be eligible for this renewable award. View Scholarship Details |
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Washington Opportunity Scholarship-PLUPacific Lutheran University |
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award Up to $7,500 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Washington Opportunity Scholarship is open to undergraduate students at Pacific Lutheran University who are studying a STEM field. You must be a resident of Washington and demonstrate financial need to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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SBB Research STEM ScholarshipSBB Research Group |
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award $2,500 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe SBB Research STEM Scholarship is available to full - time undergraduate and graduate students. You must be pursuing a degree in STEM to be eligible for this award. You must also submit an essay on the following topic: “What have been your most significant experiences in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and how will... View Scholarship Details |
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Dynamic Edge Women in STEM ScholarshipDynamic Edge, Inc. |
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award $2,000 |
deadline June 11, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Dynamic Edge Women in STEM Scholarship is available to female high school seniors, undergraduate students, and those pursuing technological certifications. You must reside or attend school in Michigan or Tennessee to be eligible for this award. You must also submit an essay about your favorite tech invention of the past 10 years and why,... View Scholarship Details |
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Naval Cryptologic Veterans Association ScholarshipU.S. Naval Cryptologic Veterans Association |
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award Up to $3,000 |
deadline June 30, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Naval Cryptologic Veterans Association Scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors who are entering their freshman of college as well as current college students. You must be sponsored by a current U.S. NCVA member in good standing and submit a brief written statement in order to be considered for this award. Selection is... View Scholarship Details |
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Marine Corps Essay ContestU.S. Naval Institute |
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award Up to $5,000 |
deadline June 30, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Marine Corps Essay Contest is open to active duty military, reservists, veterans, and civilians. To be considered, you must submit a 2,500 - word essay on the following topic: "Bring new thinking about how the U.S. Marine Corps will tackle the security challenges of the coming decades." View Scholarship Details |
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Directed Energy Systems Related Majors
- Military Technology
- Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare
- Information/Psychological Warfare and Military Media Relations
- Combat Systems Engineering
- Intelligence, Command Control and Information Operations
- Aerospace Ground Equipment Technology
- Signal/Geospatial Intelligence
- Strategic Intelligence
- Air and Space Operations Technology
- Military Applied Sciences
- Engineering Acoustics
- Military Information Systems Technology
- Space Systems Operations
- Operational Oceanography
- Intelligence
- Aircraft Armament Systems Technology
- Military Systems and Maintenance Technology
- Information Operations/Joint Information Operations
- Military Technology and Applied Sciences Management
- Missile and Space Systems Technology
