Physics Scholarships
The Department of Physics at Sam is ready to provide you with a world-class technical education — and we would like to make it as affordable as possible. Through the great generosity of our alumni and friends, and with the help of funds generated internally by the department, we are proud to offer a wide variety of outstanding scholarship opportunities. Awards are distributed each year based upon academic merit and financial need. Do you need some assistance to pursue a degree in physics? Please let us know, and complete your application at Scholarships4Kats.- JOHN F. WILSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP In memory of Professor Wilson. This scholarship aims to continue Dr. Wilson's legacy by helping students achieve their dreams of graduating with a Physics Degree. Recipients must be a full time Physics major with a GPA of 3.0. Award value is $1,000 per year.
- ROBERT AND ERIN STEELE ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Recipients must be a full-time undergraduate student in good standing, and demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to participants in the 3/2 dual-degree engineering and physics program. A GPA of 2.80 is required for award. Award value is $5,000 per year.
- JERRY AND JAN CALVERT ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Recipients must be a full-time undergraduate student in good standing, and demonstrate financial need. A GPA of 3.00 is required for award. Award value is $1,000 per year.
- L. MARCUS RIGBY AWARD Awarded to the best student performance in the introductory PHYS 1401, 1411, and 1422 sequence. One-time award value is $1000.
- FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIPS IN PHYSICS Awarded to freshman physics majors who score above 1000 on the SAT and are in the top 25% of their high school graduating class. Award value is $1000.
- OUTSTANDING JUNIOR PHYSICS MAJOR A GPA of 3.00 is required for award. One-time award value is $1,000.
- OUTSTANDING SENIOR PHYSICS MAJOR A GPA of 3.00 is required for award. One-time award value is $1,000.
- OUTSTANDING ASTRONOMY STUDENT One-time award value is $1000.
- FACULTY SCHOLARSHIP Awarded to an outstanding physics major (or minors) selected by the faculty. One-time award value is $1,000.
- CHAIR'S AWARD Awarded to all physics majors who maintain a 3.5 GPA who are not receiving another major award. One-time award value is $1,000.
Awards may be contingent upon continued enrollment as a full-time physics major at SHSU and are dependent upon availability of funding.
Deadline Information
- Scholarships4Kats Priority Deadline: November 1st
- The FAFSA application must be completed to be considered for various scholarships.
Please select the links below for helpful resources and tips regarding Financial Aid assistance.
Dominey Observatory - Public Viewing Nights
To reserve your spot, please email observatory@shsu.edu or call (936) 294-1601. Please include the full names of all attendees when making your reservation.
| Date | Time | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, March 8th | 8:00pm | Reservations are currently at capacity. | |
| Saturday, March 22nd | 8:00pm | Reservations are currently at capacity. | |
| Saturday, April 12th | 8:00pm | Reservations are currently at capacity. | |
| Saturday, April 26th | 8:00pm | Reservations are currently at capacity. | |
FAQ
Can I come to the observatory without a reservation?
No, a reservation is required to visit the Dominey Observatory.
Is food or drink allowed?
No, we ask that all food and drinks be left in your car.
Can I bring my own telescope?
Yes, but prior approval is required when making your reservation. We encourage visitors to bring their own telescopes, but depending on the night, space may be limited.
What are your office hours?
Our office is open Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM, excluding weekends and holidays.
Can I bring a large group, or do you allow field trips?
For large groups or organizations, please contact us directly to arrange a dedicated viewing session outside of our public events.
I saw that some nights are dedicated to students. Can I visit on those nights?
No, those nights are reserved exclusively for students enrolled in our astronomy courses.
How much does it cost?
Public viewings are FREE! However, we do accept donations.
How to Donate:
- Click Give Now
- Enter your Gift Amount
- Under Gift Designation, select College of Science & Engineering Technology
- Under Area of Support, choose Friends of Physics
Location & Directions
Dominey Observatory
📍 39 Knox Cir, Huntsville, TX 77320
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