Senior-Year & Beyond: Selected Postgraduate Fellowships Opportunities

(current and rising seniors, recent alumni, graduate students)

The fellowship and scholarship programs described below are open to graduating seniors, recent graduates, and early graduate students. This is a selective list. The federal government, foreign governments, and private philanthropic organizations sponsor these award programs; they provide funding based on academic merit and other criteria to support advanced study or research in the U.S. and abroad after completion of the bachelor‘s degree. See the individual programs‘ official websites for complete information on eligibility requirements, application procedures, application forms, and exact filing deadlines. Many sites also include profiles of past winners.

Some of these programs are officially coordinated at UR through the Fellowships Office located in the College Center for Academic Support (CCAS, Lattimore 312; 5-2354) and are overseen by the Director of Fellowships: Belinda Redden. Many programs do not require any formal University involvement, but students are strongly encouraged to seek advisement from the Director of Fellowships or another relevant office for these competitions as well.

Programs marked with an asterisk (*) require institutional endorsement of candidates. In these cases, prospective applicants need to first complete the campus Fellowships Preliminary Questionnaire (FPQ)—this is not a specific fellowship application—by the specified spring or fall deadline in order to be considered for University nomination. A faculty committee selects nominees based on a complete, polished draft of the official fellowship application. The nomination process may also include a campus interview. The campus application deadlines for programs requiring University nomination are much earlier than national deadlines. See the online fellowships calendar for further details.

Please note that the campus application process begins in the junior spring for some senior-year competitions with early fall deadlines, e.g., Fulbright, Rhodes, Marshall, Mitchell.

Students interested in any of the fellowships below are encouraged to consult the Director of Fellowships in the Center for Academic Support as early as possible.

David L. Boren/NSEP (National Security Education Program) Graduate International Fellowship

www.iie.org/programs/nsep

  • For seniors and recent graduates currently applying to a U.S. graduate-degree program and for currently enrolled graduate students from a broad range of disciplines. U.S. citizenship required.
  • Supports the study of languages, cultures, and world regions deemed critical to national security but less frequently studied by U.S. graduate students, i.e., Eastern Europe, Africa, non-Western Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Latin America. 80+ languages and 50+ countries emphasized.
  • Awards made for 1-6 academic semesters for overseas or domestic study or a combination of both. Maximum $30,000 available for combined overseas and domestic study program.
  • Fields of study with national security implications can include international relations, political science, history, policy studies, business and economics, information technology, engineering and applied sciences, ecology and sustainable development, international public health, biomedical sciences, arms control, population growth and migration, among others.
  • Selection based on academic excellence, strength of proposal, plan for advanced language competency, relation of program to academic field and career goals as well as national security, commitment to federal service.
  • Application available online; filing deadline usually in late January.

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* Carnegie Junior Fellows Program

www.carnegieendowment.org/about/index.cfm?fa=jrFellows

  • For seniors and recent alumni within one year of graduation. Applicants welcome from broad range of disciplinary backgrounds. Minimum 3.70 GPA, appropriate foreign-language skills, strong background in international affairs/political science, and relevant experiences highly recommended. All national origins welcome, but non-citizens must be able to work in the U.S. for the tenure of the program.
  • One-year, full-time, paid total immersion program in international affairs. Fellows spend year at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Washington, D.C., under mentorship of senior associates in field of interest. Junior fellows conduct research, write articles and reports, give presentations, and engage in outreach in areas such as democracy building; U.S. foreign policy; nuclear non-proliferation; international economic reform; studies on China, Eurasia, Russia; and Middle East political reform, among others.
  • Selection based on academic merit, leadership, future promise. Application requires two essays, résumé, and two letters of recommendation.
  • *UR nomination required; two students may be nominated.
  • Fellowships Preliminary Questionnaire due in September.
  • Official fellowship application available from Director of Fellowships in early October. Complete, polished application for campus nomination process due in mid-November. However, a first draft should be submitted by late October for initial feedback.
  • Nomination process includes interview by faculty committee.
  • 8-10 Junior Fellows selected each spring.

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* Winston Churchill Scholarship

www.winstonchurchillfoundation.org

  • For seniors majoring in engineering, mathematics, or science fields. U.S. citizenship required.
  • Supports one year of graduate study at University of Cambridge.
  • Selection based on academic achievement (minimum 3.9 GPA recommended); GRE scores; recommendation letters; capacity for original, creative work; character; adaptability; demonstrated leadership; and concern for critical problems of society.
  • ***Prospective candidates must also apply directly to Cambridge for admission to their preferred graduate program by the Cambridge mid-October application deadline.***
  • *UR nomination required; two candidates may be nominated.
  • Campus application deadline in late September/early October. Essay and two recommendation letters required for campus nomination process.
  • Fellowships Preliminary Questionnaire (FPQ) should be completed by early September and submitted to Director of Fellowships c/o fellowships@mail.rochester.edu. Interested students should contact Dean Suzanne O'Brien (sjob@mail.rochester.edu), 275-2354, in Academic Support, well in advance of the campus deadline for further application details.
  • Approximately 10 Churchill Scholars selected each year.

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* Jack Kent Cooke Graduate Scholarship

www.jackkentcookefoundation.org

  • For seniors and recent graduates currently applying for admission to pursue any graduate or professional degree program in the U.S. or abroad.
  • Minimum 3.50 cumulative GPA required; minimum 3.70 GPA recommended.
  • Applicants of all nationalities eligible. Must have history of receiving need-based financial aid or be international student not eligible for financial aid to be considered for UR nomination.
  • Up to $50,000/year, renewable for up to six years.
  • Selection based on academic achievement and demonstrated critical thinking ability, financial-need status, record of leadership and public service, potential to make a significant contribution to field of study and/or society, and appreciation for/participation in the arts and humanities. See scholar profiles online.
  • *UR nomination required; two candidates may be nominated.
  • Fellowships Preliminary Questionnaire due in mid-November.
  • Complete, polished application for campus nomination due in early January. However, a first draft of the application should be submitted by mid-November for initial feedback.
  • Approximately 35 Jack Kent Cooke Graduate Scholars named each year.

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DAAD (Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst / German Academic Exchange Service

www.daad.org

  • Programs below open to U.S. and Canadian citizens. Students who are citizens of countries outside North America may also apply for certain programs; see website for details.
  • RISE-Research Internships in Science and Engineering: juniors and seniors majoring in a science or engineering field may apply for summer internships of 6 weeks to 3 months; placements provided by Germany university research groups. Knowledge of German not required for most positions but would be helpful for life outside the laboratory. Application deadline: usually February 1st.
  • University Summer Course Grant: students of at least junior standing and who have completed a minimum of four semesters of college German (or have attained an equivalent proficiency level) may apply for this grant to fund 3-4 weeks of summer courses at a German university studying literary, cultural, political, and economic aspects of modern and contemporary Germany. Program includes extensive extracurricular activities. Application deadline: usually January 31st.
  • High Tech in Old Munich: sophomores through seniors majoring in an engineering or natural sciences field may apply to participate in this summer program that includes language study, specialized seminars and workshops, group projects, and lectures on German and European history and culture. No previous knowledge of German required. Partial scholarships available for highly qualified applicants. Application deadline: usually March 15th.
  • German Studies Research Grant: juniors and seniors majoring or minoring in German may be nominated by their department/program chairs for one- to two-month grants for research work in North America or Germany. Applicants must have completed at least two years of college German and at least three German Studies courses. Application deadlines: November 1st and May 1st.
  • EMGIP (Émigré Memorial German Internship Program)-Bundestag Internship: advanced undergraduates or graduate students with outstanding academic records and fluency in German may apply for this two-month internship program in the German parliament. International students may also apply. Application deadline: mid-November.
  • Study Scholarship: graduating seniors, bachelor’s degree holders not currently enrolled in a course of study, and master’s degree candidates in all academic fields may apply for this 10-month graduate-study scholarship with the possibility of a one-year extension. Must have well-defined study or research project that requires a stay in Germany. Application deadline: early to mid-November.
  • See program website for more detailed information, application forms, and exact filing deadlines.

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Department of Homeland Security Graduate Fellowships

www.orau.gov/dhsed

  • Graduating seniors, holders of bachelor’s degrees not currently enrolled in a degree program, and certain graduate students who are U.S. citizens may apply for this three-year fellowship and research internship program. Must be committed to DHS mission and willing to accept employment in a DHS, state, or local security-related office, lab, or research organization.
  • Minimum 3.3/4.0 cumulative GPA required.
  • Must be pursuing doctoral or master’s degree with a thesis requirement in the physical, mathematical, computer, life, or social sciences, psychology, engineering, or selected humanities.
  • Award covers full tuition and mandatory fees and also provides $2300/month stipend for 12 months.
  • Application deadline: usually late January. Check program website for further details and application forms.

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Ford Foundation Predoctoral Diversity Fellowships

www7.nationalacademies.org/fordfellowships/fordpredoc

  • For seniors, holders of bachelor’s degrees, and individuals who have completed some graduate study and plan a career in university teaching or research. Open to U.S. citizens or U.S. nationals of any racial or national origin.
  • 3 years‘ pre-doctoral funding ($20,000/year stipend plus tuition and fee allowances) for pursuit of Ph.D. or Sc.D. degree in an eligible field of study in the humanities, social sciences, or natural and applied sciences, at any U.S. institution.
  • Selection based on academic achievement and scholarly promise; letters of recommendation; suitability of the proposed graduate institution for the plan of graduate study; the applicant’s ability to present a well-written, thoughtfully prepared application; and GRE scores.
  • Application available online; filing deadline usually mid-November.
  • Approximately 60 Ford Predoctoral Fellows selected each April.

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* Fulbright U.S. Student Program

www.fulbrightonline.org

  • For seniors, current graduate students, and recent alumni who are U.S. citizens and wish to spend a year abroad; over 140 cooperating countries from which to choose.
  • Applicants propose a program of university study, independent research, creative and performing arts projects or English Teaching Assistantships (in selected countries). Must have compelling, intellectually motivated rationale for choice of country and institution.
  • Fulbright grants cover tuition and round-trip international travel and provide a monthly living stipend.
  • Candidates responsible for arranging appropriate institutional affiliation in the proposed host country—i.e., applying for admission and/or finding a research supervisor; this process can take 3-9 months and should be started by the spring preceding the fall competition. Applications must be prepared over spring and summer preceding the fall competition.
  • *UR nomination required for currently enrolled students; unenrolled recent graduates may also apply through UR and must observe campus deadlines. Alumni may choose to apply at-large without UR endorsement.
  • Prospective candidates should complete the Fellowships Preliminary Questionnaire by the designated deadline in the spring semester preceding the fall competition.
  • Selection based on academic achievement and qualifications (including linguistic) for the proposed project; coherence and feasibility of the project; strength of the project in relation to the host country; a personal essay; evidence of maturity and adaptability; commitment to engaging with host community; and recommendation letters. See Fulbright Binder in Academic Support for examples of project proposals and personal essays.
  • Complete, polished application due in late August; drafts should be submitted for critical feedback in spring and summer prior to fall campus application deadline. Candidates endorsed following early September review of applications and interview by faculty committee.
  • New application usually available online as of May 1st; sample applications available anytime from Academic Support.
  • Approximately 1000 Fulbright Scholars named each spring.

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Gates Cambridge Scholarships

www.gates.scholarships.cam.ac.uk

  • For seniors, current graduate students, and recent graduates under 30 years of age. Citizens from every country outside the UK are eligible to apply.
  • Supports up to three years of study in any field at University of Cambridge for pursuit of a second bachelor's degree, a one-year post-graduate course, or research leading to the Ph.D.
  • Scholarship covers full tuition costs, fees, and round-trip travel and also includes maintenance as well as further discretionary allowances.
  • Prospective applicants first apply directly to Cambridge for admission through the normal application process and then follow guidelines to be considered for the Gates Cambridge Scholarship.
  • Selection based on outstanding academic achievement, scholarly promise, leadership potential, and commitment to use talents creatively to improve the common good.
  • Cambridge application materials may be downloaded.
  • Application procedures and receipt deadlines differ according to country of origin and proposed degree level. U.S. applicant deadline: usually early October for graduate study, early November for undergraduate programs.
  • Approximately 100 Gates Cambridge Scholars named each spring.

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Fannie and John Hertz Foundation Graduate Fellowship

www.hertzfndn.org

  • For seniors and current graduate students intending to pursue a Ph.D. in an applied physical science field at one of the fellowship program’s tenable schools. U.S. citizens and permanent residents eligible.
  • $28,000/year, renewable for maximim five years of funding.
  • Also supports the Ph.D. portion of a joint M.D./Ph.D. program.
  • Must also be willing to morally commit to making skills available to the United States in time of national emergency.
  • Selection criteria include outstanding academic achievement (minimum 3.75 GPA recommended) and evidence of creativity in technical endeavors, GRE scores, demonstrated excellence in applied physical science, personal character, and morality.
  • Annual application period opens in August; application available online and normally due by late October / early November.
  • Approximately 25 Hertz Fellows selected each spring.

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Humanity in Action Foundation Fellowship

www.humanityinaction.org

  • International human rights education and internship program sponsored by foundation “devoted to the study and betterment of human rights and specifically the relationship between majority and minority populations.“
  • Students from any national background of sophomore through senior standing may apply.
  • Students may participate in U.S.-only or international program. Fellowship program includes seminars, workshops, site visits, and meetings with figures from various fields, such as academia, government, journalism, and human rights organizations.
  • Selection based on leadership potential, academic achievement, interest in minority issues, concern for human rights, willingness to engage in intellectually and socially rigorous work in group settings, maturity, and self-reliance.
  • Foundation pays expenses for European travel and accommodations.
  • Application deadline: early February. See program website for more detailed information, application forms, and exact filing deadline.

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The Institute for Humane Studies Fellowship

www.TheIHS.org

  • For seniors and graduate students of any nationality who have a clearly demonstrated interest in the classical liberal/libertarian tradition of individual rights and free-market economies.
  • Awards of up to $12,000; may be used at any degree-granting institution in the U.S. or abroad.
  • Selection based on academic performance, relevant admission test scores (GRE, LSAT, SAT, etc.), demonstrated interest in classical liberal ideas, and potential to contribute to the advancement of a free society.
  • Application can be downloaded and usually must be postmarked no later than December 31st.
  • Approximately 100 IHS Fellowships awarded each year.

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The Institute for Humane Studies Film & Fiction Scholarships

www.TheIHS.org

  • For students of any national origin with a “demonstrated interest in classical liberal ideas and their application in contemporary society.“
  • Up to $10,000 to pursue an M.F.A. degree in filmmaking, fiction writing, or playwriting.
  • Application available online; deadline usually in mid-January.

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Jacob K. Javits Fellowship

www.ed.gov/programs/iegpsjavits/index.html

  • For seniors and first-year graduate students to pursue a Ph.D. or M.F.A. in selected fields in the humanities, arts, and social sciences at U.S. institutions. Eligibility limited to U.S. citizens, nationals, permanent residents, and citizens of the Freely Associated States.
  • Provides a tuition benefit and living stipend; awards made for one year but renewable to a maximum of four years.
  • Selection based on superior academic achievement, exceptional promise, financial need, and GRE scores.
  • Application available online in August and usually due early October.

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James Madison Memorial Junior Fellowship

www.jamesmadison.com

  • For seniors and recent graduates who wish to pursue a master’s degree that includes study of the U.S. Constitution. U.S. citizens and nationals may apply.
  • Up to $24,000 for tuition, books, fees, and room and board.
  • Must commit to teach courses relating to the Constitution in a secondary school (grades 7-12) for two years.
  • Selection based on academic achievement, civic mindedness and participation, recommendation letters, and a 600-word essay.
  • Application available online.
  • Prospective candidates should contact Professor Richard Niemi of the Department of Political Science, Harkness 320A, by November 15th preceding the spring application deadline.

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* Marshall Scholarship

www.marshallscholarship.org

  • For seniors and recent graduates who are U.S. citizens and wish to study for two years in a degree program at any university in the United Kingdom. Must have very strong, intellectually based rationale for choice of institution(s).
  • Provides funding for university fees, books, living allowance, travel, and research.
  • Selection criteria include superior academic achievement (requires minimum 3.70 GPA after freshman year; minimum 3.80 GPA recommended), exceptional promise of significant contribution to field or profession, outstanding leadership ability, demonstrated community mindedness. See scholar profiles online.
  • Application requires personal essay, study proposal, and four letters of recommendation, at least two of which must be provided by faculty with whom the applicant has studied. See Marshall Binder in Academic Support for essay samples.
  • *UR nomination required for currently enrolled students and recent graduates.
  • Prospective candidates should consult the Director of Fellowships and complete the Fellowships Preliminary Questionnaire by the designated deadline in the spring semester preceding the fall competition. The campus review process begins in the spring semester. Nomination process includes interview by faculty committee.
  • Preparation of the official scholarship application during the spring and summer is necessary. Complete, polished application due in late August. However, early drafts should be submitted in preceding spring and summer for critical feedback.
  • Application available online; sample copies also available in Academic Support.
  • Applications also welcomed from highly qualified recent graduates.
  • Links to British University Web pages
  • 40-44 Marshall Scholars are named each November.

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Math for America Newton Fellowship Program

www.mathforamerica.org

  • Graduating seniors and recent graduates who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents interested in improving the quality of math education in the nation may apply for this five-year fellowship and mentoring program that funds a master’s degree in preparation for a high-school teaching career.
  • Open to mathematically talented individuals from various academic backgrounds. Must have completed substantial coursework in math and math-related areas. Math major not necessary.
  • Minimum 3.0/4.0 cumulative GPA required.
  • Benefits include full-tuition fellowship for one-year, full-time graduate study in teacher preparation program, stipend of $90,000 over five years, support for NY State Teacher Certification, professional development and mentoring services. See program website for further details.
  • Must teach math in NYC public school for four years.
  • Applicants must take two Praxis Series Tests in mathematics; tests offered in September, November, and January.
  • Application available online after Labor Day; filing deadline: early February.

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* George J. Mitchell Scholarship

www.us-irelandalliance.org

  • For seniors and graduate students (under age 30) who are U.S. citizens and interested in a year of graduate study in any field at any institution of higher learning in Ireland or Northern Ireland.
  • The Mitchell covers tuition as well as travel and living expenses.
  • Selection based on academic achievement (minimum 3.75 GPA recommended), exceptional leadership and service to others, character, an essay, and six letters of recommendation, at least four of which must be provided by faculty with whom the applicant has studied. See scholar profiles online.
  • *UR nomination required for currently enrolled students.
  • Prospective candidates should consult the Director of Fellowships and complete the Fellowships Preliminary Questionnaire by the designated deadline in the spring semester preceding the fall competition. The campus review process begins in the spring semester. Nomination process includes interview by faculty committee.
  • Preparation of the official scholarship application during the spring and summer is necessary. Complete, polished application due in late August. However, early drafts should be submitted in preceding spring and summer for critical feedback.
  • Official application available online, or sample copies may be obtained from Academic Support.
  • Alumni may apply as at-large candidates.
  • 12 Mitchell Scholars are named each November.

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National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowships (NDSEG)

www.asee.org/ndseg

  • For seniors and first-year graduate students for pursuit of Ph.D. in mathematical, physical, biological, ocean, and engineering sciences, as well as certain related interdisciplinary fields. Eligibility restricted to U.S. citizens and nationals.
  • 3-year fellowship tenable at any accredited U.S. institution of higher education; includes full tuition and fees plus annual stipend of $30,500-$31,500.
  • Selection based on academic achievement and demonstrated aptitude for advanced study in science or engineering, GRE scores (subject test optional but highly recommended where applicable), and three reference letters.
  • Sponsored by Dept. of Defense but Fellows incur no military or government service obligation.
  • Application available online and submitted electronically. Filing deadline for complete application usually in early January.
  • Approximately 170 Fellows are named each April.

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National Physical Science Consortium Graduate Fellowships in the Physical Sciences

www.npsc.org

  • For seniors and early graduate students who are U.S. citizens intending to pursue a Ph.D. in an eligible physical science or related engineering field (see program website for complete list) at a participating NPSC university (there are more than 100 member institutions).
  • Provides annual $16,000 stipend renewable for up to six years; the applicant's graduate institution covers tuition and fees. Benefits also include two paid summer research internships with leading national employers.
  • All qualified applicants are welcome; under-represented minorities and women especially encouraged to apply.
  • Selection is based on academic achievement (minimum required GPA is 3.0/4.0), academic preparation for the proposed graduate degree, research experience, recommendation letters, GRE scores.
  • Application available online and usually due in early November.
  • Approximately 15 Fellows named each March.

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National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships

www.nsf.gov/funding

  • For seniors, recent graduates, early graduate students pursuing research-based master’s or Ph.D. degrees in mathematics, physical and biological sciences, engineering, and certain behavioral and social sciences. U.S. citizens, nationals, and permanent residents may apply.
  • Includes Women in Engineering (WENG) and Women in Computer and Information Science (WISE) fellowship programs.
  • Up to three years of support, including tuition and annual stipend of $27,500.
  • Selection based on intellectual merit, GRE test scores (general and subject), and potential to contribute significantly to the broader scientific, educational, and societal impact the program seeks to promote.
  • Application available online and submitted electronically. Filing deadlines in early November and vary by field of study. GRE scores and reference letters usually due December 31st.
  • Approximately 900 NSF Graduate Research Fellows named each March.

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New York Women in Communications, Inc. (NYWICI) Foundation Scholarship

www.nywici.org

  • For undergraduates and current graduate students majoring in a communications-related field and aspiring to a career in this area.
  • Award worth $10,000.
  • Selection based on academic excellence (minimum 3.50 GPA in major and 3.0 overall), financial need, leadership, campus and community service, honors, involvement in communications-related activities, personal essay, statement of goals and aspirations, reference letters.
  • Application available online and usually due in late January.

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Thomas R. Pickering Graduate Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program

www.woodrow.org/public-policy/graduate

  • For seniors who are U.S. citizens seeking admission to a two-year master's degree program in fields such as public policy, international affairs, public administration, or academic fields such as foreign languages, political science, economics, business, or sociology, and who are interested in pursuing a Foreign Service career.
  • Covers tuition, room, board, and fees, with reimbursement for books and some travel. Fellows also receive paid summer internships in the U.S. and abroad plus mentoring from a foreign service officer.
  • Selection based on academic achievement (minimum 3.20 GPA), leadership skills, and financial need. GRE test scores required.
  • Applications from women and members of under-represented minority groups encouraged.
  • Application available online and usually due early February.

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* Rhodes Scholarship

www.rhodesscholar.org

  • For seniors and recent graduates 18-24 years of age interested in two years of graduate study in any field at University of Oxford. U.S. citizenship required for the American Rhodes Scholars Program. Students from British Commonwealth and selected other countries may also apply according to the procedures for their country of origin. See website for details.
  • Selection criteria include exceptional scholarly achievement (minimum 3.70 GPA recommended), distinguished leadership and service to others, character, evidence of physical vitality, and commitment to using talents for the betterment of humanity. See scholar profiles online.
  • Application requires personal essay, list of extracurricular activities and honors, and 5-8 letters of recommendation, at least four of which must be provided by faculty with whom the applicant has studied. See Rhodes Binder in Academic Support for examples of essays.
  • *UR nomination required for enrolled students. Recent graduates not enrolled elsewhere may also apply through UR and must observe campus deadlines.
  • Prospective candidates should consult the Director of Fellowships and complete the Fellowships Preliminary Questionnaire by the designated deadline in the spring semester preceding the fall competition. The campus review process begins in the spring semester. Nomination process includes interview by faculty committee.
  • Preparation of the official scholarship application during the spring and summer is necessary. Complete, polished application due in late August. However, early drafts should be submitted in preceding spring and summer for critical feedback.
  • Application materials are available online or in Academic Support.
  • 32 American Rhodes Scholars are named each December.

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Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholarships

www.rotary.org/foundation/educational/amb_scho

  • For undergraduates and graduate students in any field interested in international study for periods ranging from three months to three years. U.S. citizenship is not required; however, applicants must be citizens of and complete study in a country where Rotary exists.
  • Some level of proficiency in the language of the proposed country is necessary.
  • Covers tuition, books, international travel, room, and board.
  • Application is made through a Rotary Club in the area of applicant‘s permanent address or in the area where the applicant attends school.
  • Application deadlines are set by local districts and typically range from February to June of the calendar year preceding the proposed international study, or approximately 12-16 months in advance.
  • Application available online as well as from Academic Support and Study Abroad (Lattimore 206).

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* Saint Andrew's Society of New York Graduate Scholarship

  • For seniors who are U.S. citizens of Scottish descent wishing to pursue a year of graduate study and cultural exchange in Scotland.
  • $15,000 award.
  • Preference given to students who have not studied previously in the UK.
  • Selection based on academic achievement (minimum 3.70 GPA recommended), letters of recommendation, extracurricular activities, evidence of leadership, personal objectives, and financial need.
  • *UR nomination required; one senior may be nominated.
  • Prospective candidates should complete the Fellowships Preliminary Questionnaire by the designated fall deadline.
  • Complete, polished application for the campus nomination process due in mid-November. However, a first draft should be submitted by late October for initial feedback.
  • Application materials available in Academic Support or directly from the Society, which can be reached by telephone at (212) 223-4248, or by e-mail at standrewsny@msn.com.

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* Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans

www.pdsoros.org

  • For seniors, recipients of bachelor's degrees, and currently enrolled first- and second-year graduate students for pursuit of any graduate degree at a U.S. institution. Must be no more than 30 years old and a permanent resident, naturalized citizen, or child of parents who are both naturalized citizens.
  • 2-year fellowship covering one-half the cost of graduate tuition and also providing a $20,000/year maintenance allowance.
  • Selection based on academic achievement and evidence of at least two of the following criteria: creativity, accomplishment, and commitment to the principles of the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights in any endeavors. Appropriate graduate aptitude test results (i.e., GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT) required. See scholar profiles online.
  • Application includes two essays and also requires two letters of recommendation.
  • *UR endorsement required.
  • Prospective candidates should complete the Fellowships Preliminary Questionnaire by the designated deadline in the spring semester preceding the fall competition.
  • Complete, polished application due in early October for campus review/endorsement process. However, a first draft should be submitted by late September for initial feedback.
  • Application available online or from Academic Support and usually must be submitted electronically by November 1st.
  • 30 Soros Fellows are named each spring.

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Tylenol Scholarship Program

www.scholarship.tylenol.com

  • For students majoring in an area that may lead to a health-related career.
  • Ten scholarships worth $10,000 and 150 scholarships worth $1,000.
  • Selection based on academic achievement and leadership in community and school activities.
  • Application available online and usually due in late September.

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All-USA Today College Academic Team

www.allstars.usatoday.com

  • For undergraduates in sophomore through senior years who have distinguished themselves through high academic achievement, creativity, unusual service to others, and effective leadership.
  • $2500 cash award. See scholar profiles online.
  • Application requires an essay on most outstanding intellectual endeavor, which can be in scholarly research, the creative or performing arts, community service, or public affairs.
  • Application available online and in Academic Support; deadline usually late November.
  • 20 cash awards made each year.

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Additional Information

Please check our website periodically for announcements and updates regarding campus application procedures and deadlines.

Don't forget to register to take the required graduate admission test(s) early enough so that your scores will be ready by fellowship and graduate-school application deadlines:

For more information:
Belinda Redden, Director of Fellowships, Lattimore 312
E-mail: fellowships@mail.rochester.edu
Available during walk-in hours:
Tuesday, 1:00-3:30 pm / Wednesday, 10:00-11:30 am

or

By appointment:
Call 5-2354 or stop by Lattimore 312 to schedule a meeting;
appointments are not made via e-mail.

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