The Gene M. Shoemaker Scholarship Grant

The Gene M. Shoemaker Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG)
Amount: US $2,500
Last Updated: July 22, 2025

Summary

The Gene M. Shoemaker Scholarship, offered by the American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG), aims to support graduate students in Texas pursuing earth science degrees. Named after Dr. Gene M. Shoemaker, a pioneer in astrogeology, this scholarship honors his contributions to identifying impact craters and promoting exploration beyond Earth. It seeks to encourage talented students who demonstrate potential for significant contributions in their fields and society.

Overview

Scholarships and Awards The American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG) was founded in 1963 to certify the credentials of professional geologists, provide support, and to advocate on behalf of the profession. The AIPG also provides scholarships. The Purpose of the Scholarship? The expressed purpose is to assist students with college educational costs AND to encourage student participation in the AIPG. The Gene M. Shoemaker Scholarship A graduate scholarship has been named in honor of Dr. Gene M. Shoemaker for: his pioneering efforts in identifying impact craters on Earth since the mid-1960s and then elsewhere in the solar system.his efforts in astrogeology by pointing the way to off-world fields of exploration (considered by many as the Father of Astrogeology), andhis efforts in encouraging his wife Carolyn to follow him into astrogeological investigations to make her own outstanding contributions in astrogeology. A Shoemaker Scholarship is awarded to a graduate student attending a university in Texas on the basis of merit and on the perceived likelihood that the student selected will make significant contributions to his or her field of study and to society in the years ahead.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Who can Apply for a Scholarship? Declared earth-science majors (undergraduate or graduate students) enrolled in a Texas university.At least a sophomore in good standing or at least a 1st-Year Graduate student. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.