Notable Awards & Recipients
Our students are incredibly talented and high-achieving, and we are proud to share the following honors and awards that they have earned over the years!
Dean's Scholars
The Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences recognizes nine College students for outstanding academic achievement and intellectual promise. Students are nominated by faculty.
- Adithya Sriram ('20)
- Jaron Ma ('17)
- Zachery Iton ('17)
National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship (NDSEG)
A highly competitive federal fellowship for U.S. citizens pursuing doctoral degrees in science and engineering fields of relevance to national defense — including chemistry, materials science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, and more. Fellows receive full tuition coverage and a stipend.
- Abhi Ramkumar ('21)
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)
A prestigious fellowship which supports outstanding first year graduate students pursuing full-time, research-based master’s and doctoral degrees in STEM. It recognizes students with the potential to make significant contributions to science and engineering and provides three years of funding to support graduate study.
- Francisco Barrera ('22)
- Matthew Hofmann ('22)
- Adithya Sriram ('20)
- Vignesh Bhethanabotla ('20)
Roy and Diana Vagelos Challenge Award
Awarded annually to nominated rising juniors or seniors majoring in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemistry, or Physics who are pursuing an Accelerated Masters in Chemistry or Physics. This merit-based award covers full tuition and fees and is designed for high-achieving science students who are excelling both academically and in research.
- Zhiqiao (Kate) Jiang ('22)
- Benjamin Hammel ('21)
- Adithya Sriram ('20)
Thouron Award
A Penn scholarship that funds graduating seniors or recent graduates to pursue up to two years of study at any degree-granting institution in the U.K. It covers full tuition and fees along with a living stipend. Candidates are selected for academic achievement, intellectual curiosity, and engagement with the world.
- Zachary Whitlock ('20)
Udall Scholarship
A competitive undergraduate scholarship for sophomores and juniors committed to environmental issues, Native American tribal policy, or Native health care. The Environment track is open to any undergraduate working toward positive solutions to conservation and environmental challenges.
Goldwater Scholarship
A national undergraduate award for students in science, engineering, and mathematics who intend to pursue research careers. Open to sophomores and juniors, the Goldwater recognizes students with demonstrated research experience and a clear commitment to a research-focused path, including PhD programs.
Luce Scholars Program
A competitive leadership fellowship that places emerging young leaders in immersive professional experiences across Asia for one year. Open to graduating seniors, recent graduates, and young professionals under 33 who have not spent significant time in Asia. Designed for students who bring strong leadership potential and a record of impact.