Opens 02 January 2025

Closes 17 March 2025

Applications will be reviewed and the top 50 will be selected to attend. 

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Undergraduate or early Master’s student pursuing a degree in science or engineering or demonstrated interest in optics research and applications.
• Self-identifies as Black

Application Packet Requirements

• Name, university, academic level, and contact information of the applicant
• Signed "Code of Conduct" form – provided in the application
• Short answer responses (no more than 500 words) explaining the applicant's:
  • Interests in this program
  • Interests related to STEM and optics and photonics
  • Familiarity with Optica and optics
  • Educational and career goals
• Explanation for any inability to pay the $100 conference fee (if seeking grant coverage of fee)
• One (1) letter of recommendation from an advisor or similar faculty at your university
• Copy of the applicant's university transcripts