Davidson Fellows Scholarship

Students 18 or younger who have completed a significant, original piece of work in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, literature, music, philosophy, or 'Outside the Box.'

• 18 years old or younger as of the application deadline
• U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident residing in the U.S. (or stationed overseas on active U.S. military duty)
• Completed a significant piece of work in an eligible category
• The work must be the applicant's own creation
• Two-person teams are eligible
• Must attend an in-person or virtual awards ceremony with at least one parent/guardian

• Scholarships of $100,000, $50,000, or $25,000
• Recognition as a Davidson Fellow

• Submission of a significant project/portfolio with the category-specific required elements
• Two nominator forms
• All required category-specific attachments
• A signed statement of commitment regarding ceremony attendance

• Choose the category that best fits your project and follow its specific submission elements precisely.
• Line up your two nominators early, their forms are required.
• Frame your project's significance and originality clearly, the award recognizes exceptional, self-created work.

Administered by the Davidson Institute. Categories: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Literature, Music, Philosophy, and Outside the Box. The 2027 application opens Fall 2026. Contact: DavidsonFellows@DavidsonGifted.org.