Giving
The Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics embraces the vital community support that helps advance UC San Diego's astronomy educational programs, outreach in the San Diego area, and cutting-edge research. The Astronomy Graduate Student Support Fund enables the training and equipment necessary for advanced graduate training in Astronomy. Your investment in our work will be used to support student travel, research papers, research equipment, and fellowship support.
We offer a range of philanthropic and engagement opportunities with the Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics. Ways you can help:
- Undergraduate Summer Research Awards– Fund stipend that sparks hands-on research experiences at observatories and labs, preparing students for future careers.
- Graduate Student Fellowships– Empower PhD students with the time and flexibility to develop their scientific identities and pursue innovative research.
- Postdoctoral Fellowships– Invest in outstanding early-career outstanding early-career researchers who expand our department’s scientific breadth and mentor students.
- Astronomy Graduate Student Support Fund– Directly support graduate student travel, publications, research equipment, and professional development.
- Facilities and Equipment– Fund specialized instrumentation and educational tools—from radio antennas to optical telescopes—that enhance research and hands-on learning.
- Community Outreach Support– Enable programs that bring telescopes, visualizations, and astronomy activities to K–12 schools, community centers, and the broader San Diego public.
Your support strengthens our educational programs, community outreach, and leading-edge research. If you would like to get further involved please feel free to contact astro-impact@ucsd.edu. Thank you for helping us educate the next generation, advance discovery, and share the wonder of the universe with our community. Your support truly makes a difference.