Scholarships and Fellowships for Seniors and Alumni

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Carnegie Junior Fellowship

Campus Deadline: Tuesday, November 20, 2007

For seniors and recent graduates with the expertise that can contribute to the Carnegie Endowment’s projects such as non-proliferation, democracy building, trade, China-related issues, South Asian issues and Russian/Eurasian studies. Junior Fellows have the opportunity to conduct research for books, co-author journal articles and policy papers, participate in meetings with high-level officials, contribute to congressional testimony and organize briefings attended by scholars, activists, journalists and government officials.

  • Award: One year long research assistantship at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace beginning on August 1, 2008
    • Monthly salary of $2,500, subject to federal, state and local taxes
    • Medical, dental and life insurance benefits, as well as vacation leave
    • $400 allowance (less taxes) to individuals relocating to the Washington, DC area
  • Eligibility
    • Nomination by Stanford through UAR
    • Current Stanford seniors or alumni who have graduated within the past academic year, but have not started graduate studies
    • Must have completed a significant amount of course work in international affairs, political science, economics, history, or Russian, East Asian or Middle Eastern studies
  • Application Instructions
    • Download and read the detailed instructions (PDF).
    • Register using the UAR pre-application form to participate in the campus competition.
    • Consult with your faculty recommenders and Carnegie campus advisors regarding the content and writing of your application.
    • Submit all application materials to Undergraduate Advising and Research, First Floor, Sweet Hall by Tuesday, November 20, 2008.
    • A committee of UAR staff and Stanford faculty will review applications and select two nominees for the national competition.

Nominees will resubmit a final version of the application on an official form, working closely with UAR staff to finalize materials. The UAR will send nominee applications to the Carnegie Foundation in January 2009.

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Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Fellowships

For seniors and recent graduates with high financial need and a demonstrated record service and academic excellence who intend to pursue graduate or professional school.

  • Campus Deadline: EXTENDED TO MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25th
  • Eligibility:
    • Nomination by Stanford through UAR
    • GPA of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale. Experience indicates that Stanford nominees usually have GPA's of 3.65 and above
    • Current Stanford seniors or alumni who have graduated in May 2004 or since, but have not started graduate studies
    • Accepted or wait-listed at an accredited university by April 30, 2008 and planning to start graduate degree full time in Fall 2008
    • Demonstrated unmet financial need
    • Demonstrated will to succeed, leadership and public service, critical thinking ability and appreciation for or participation in the arts and humanities
    • Experience indicates that Stanford nominees have a high-impact leadership profile
    • Experience indicates that Stanford nominees have a high degree of unmet financial need
    • Stanford does not nominate to support coterminal degrees.

  • Award: Up to $50,000 per year for up to six years, covering tuition, living expenses, books and fees of graduate work
  • Application Instructions
    • Download and read the detailed instructions (PDF).
    • Register via the UAR pre-application form to participate in the campus competition.
    • Consult with Jack Kent Cooke campus advisors regarding the content and writing of your application.
    • As directed in the download above, submit application online and some accompanying hard copy materials to Undergraduate Advising and Research, First Floor, Sweet Hall by the date above.
    • A seelction committee will review applications and select two nominees for the national competition. Nominees will resubmit a final version of the application on an official form, working closely with UAR staff to finalize materials. The UAR will send nominee applications to the the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation by the national deadline.

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Ford Foundation Predoctoral Fellowships

For seniors and alumni who have demonstrated superior academic achievement, are committed to a career in teaching and research at the college or university level, show promise of future achievement as scholars and teachers, and are well prepared to use diversity as a resource for enriching the education of all students.

  • Deadline: TBD; Usually in November but please check back
  •  Award
    • Annual stipend of $17,000
    • Institutional award to be accepted in lieu of tuition and fees of $7,500
    • Three years of support to be used within five years
    • Expenses paid to attend three Conferences of Ford Fellows
  • Eligibility
    • Alaska Natives (Eskimo or Aleut)
    • Black / African Americans
    • Mexican Americans / Chicanas / Chicanos
    • Native American Indians
    • Native Pacific Islanders (Polynesian / Micronesian)
    • Puerto Ricans
      • Demonstrated superior scholarship and greatest promise for future achievement as scholars, researchers and teachers in higher education institutions
      • US citizens or US nationals, and members of the following groups:
      • Individuals enrolled, or who plan to enroll, in a PhD or ScD program no later than Fall 2008
      • Individuals who can fully utilize a three-year fellowship award
    • Seniors who completed undergraduate study or some graduate study
    • Those who are already enrolled in a PhD or ScD program
  • Application Instructions
    • Consult with your faculty mentors and UAR advisors to write your short essays, proposed plan of graduate study and statement of previous research experience per application instructions.
    • Read the detailed instructions available at the Ford Foundation website.
    • Apply online
    • PLEASE NOTE: The deadline for submitting electronic recommendations falls after the application deadline.

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GEM Fellowship Program

For juniors, seniors and graduate students, GEM fellowships and paid internships go to highly qualified under-represented students who wish to pursue graduate studies in engineering or science.  GEM's program activities go beyond financial support by engendering student success in academic and professional environments.

  • Deadline: Applications accepted annually from September 1-through December 1.
  • Award:
    • M.S. engineering fellowship: tuition, fees, and a stipend. The summer internship brings the total value of the award to between $20,000 and $60,000
    • Ph.D. fellowship: tuition, fees, and a stipend. The summer internship brings the total value of the award to between $60,000 and $100,000
  • Eligibility
    • Membership in one of the following underrepresented minority groups: African American, Mexican American, Native American Indian, Puerto Rican American and other Hispanic Americans.
    • U.S. citizenship.
    • Applicants to the M.S. engineering program must pursue the same academic major as their B.S. degree, and at the time of application be a junior, senior, or graduate of an engineering program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). Computer science and computer engineering majors are also eligible; however, engineering technology majors are not eligible.
    • Possess a cumulative grade point average of 2.80.
      Applicants to the Ph.D. program must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0.
    • All Ph.D. science applicants should be a juniors, seniors, or recent graduates.
    • Ph.D. engineering applicants should have attained or be in the process of attaining a master's degree in engineering.
  • Application Instructions
    • Apply online.
    • Consult with your faculty mentors and UAR advisors to write your short essays, proposed plan of graduate study and statement of previous research experience per application instructions.
    • Submit supporting documentation
      • Request transcripts from all universities and colleges attended. This includes a copy of current transcripts reflecting your most recent grades.
      • Request two letters of recommendation and ensure that GEM has received the letters by November 1. After registering, you will be sent more information about the GEM recommendation process. Recommendation form is available online and also available in a downloadable PDF format.

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Fanny and John Hertz Foundation

For seniors who intend to enter graduate programs in the applied sciences who have demonstrated the potential to change the world for the better.  Please note that some fields not commonly recognized as "applied" are eligible.

  • Deadline: November 2, 2007; Recommendations due November 5, 2007
  • Award
    • A cost-of-education allowance and a personal-support stipend of $28,000 to $33,000 per academic year for up to three years
    • Renewable annually for a total tenure of no more than five years
  • Eligibility
    • Seniors or graduate students in applied physical sciences wishing to pursue a PhD degree in any field of particular interest to the Foundation.  Please note that some fields not commonly recognized as "applied" are eligible. Visit the foundation website to determine the eligibility of your field.
    • Those who are already in the process of pursuing a PhD degree in any field of interest to the Foundation
    • U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the US
    • Attendance at a Foundation “tenable school”  
  • Application Instructions
    • Consult with your faculty mentors and UAR advisors to write your short essays, proposed plan of graduate study, and statement of previous research experience per application instructions
    • Download and read the detailed instructions at the Foundation website.
    • Apply online
    • PLEASE NOTE: The deadline for submitting electronic recommendations differs from the application deadline. See the Hertz Foundation website for details
    • Please note the different deadlines for applications versus reference reports

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Jacob K. Javits Fellowship Program

For seniors and recent graduates with exceptional academic ability —selected on the basis of demonstrated achievement, financial need, and exceptional promise—to undertake study at the doctoral and Master of Fine Arts level in selected fields of arts, humanities, and social sciences.

  • Deadline: October 15, 2007. 
  • Award: Subject to availability of funds, an institutional payment and a stipend (based on the fellow's financial need). In fiscal year 2007, the estimated total award was $42,652 for up to four years.  Twenty percent of awards will go to the arts, twenty percent to the social sciences, and sixty percent to the humanities.
  • Eligibility
    • Prior to completing the first full year of doctoral or MFA study, or are entering graduate school for the first time in the next academic year
    • Plan of study in the social sciences, humanities or arts
    • US citizens or nationals, permanent residents of the US or citizens of any one of the Freely Associated States
    • Financial need is considered
  • Application Instructions
    • Consult with faculty mentors and UAR advisors to write your short essays, proposed plan of graduate study and statement of previous research experience per application instructions
    • Download or complete the online application.
    • The 2007-08 instructions have not yet been published.  If you have questions, please call (202) 502-7542, or email the Javits Foundation
    • PLEASE NOTE: GRE scores and FAFSA required

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The Dolores Zohrab Liebmann Fellowship

For seniors and alumni of outstanding character and ability who intend to pursue graduate or professional school and hold promise for achievement and distinction in their chosen fields.

  • Campus Deadline: December 18, 2007
  • Award
    • Tuition costs plus a flat stipend or $18,000 to cover room, board and ordinary living expenses, as well as income taxes
    • Renewable annually for two more years
  • Eligibility
    • Nomination by Stanford through UAR
    • Enrollment in in the humanities, social sciences or natural sciences. This includes law, medicine, engineering, architecture or other formal professional training and must be at an institution of higher learning located in the US.
    • Demonstrated financial need
    • Complete BA or BS by the time you begin postbaccalaureate work
    • US citizenship
    • Nonmembership or nonsupport of the Communist Party
  • Application Instructions
    • Download and read the detailed instructions (PDF).
    • Register at the UAR pre-application form to participate in the campus competition.
    • Email UAR to arrange for pick up or mailing of the application.
    • Consult with UAR advisors regarding the content and writing of your application .
    • Submit all application materials to UAR, First Floor, Sweet Hall.
    • A committee of Stanford faculty and UAR staff will review applications and select three nominees to the Liebmann Scholarship Program. Applicants will be notified of the decision by January. The nominee will resubmit a final version of the application, working closely with UAR staff to finalize materials. The UAR office will send the final application to the Liebmann Scholarship Program by the national deadline.

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The James Madison Fellowship

For seniors and alumni who intend to become teachers, or current teachers, of American history, American government, or social studies at the secondary school level (grades 7-12). After earning a master’s degree, each James Madison Fellow must teach American history, American government, or social studies in grades 7-12 for no less than one year for each full academic year of study under the fellowship.

  • Deadline: March 1, 2008.
  • Award
    • $24,000 maximum, prorated over the individual period of study, to cover the actual costs of tuition, required fees, books and room and board, but cannot exceed $12,000 per academic year
    • A four-week Summer Institute on the Constitution held in July at Georgetown University. Fellows attend the Institute once they have been accepted to graduate school and they have taken several graduate courses.
  • Eligibility
    • Enrollment in master’s degree program in selected fields at an accredited US institution
      • Master of Arts (MA) in American history or in political science (also referred to as "government and politics" or as "government")
      • Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) concentrating on either American Constitutional history (in a history department). Or American government, political institutions, and political theory (in a political science department)
      • Master of Education (MEd) or the Master of Arts or Master of Science in Education with a concentration in American history or American government, political institutions and political theory
    • US citizen or US national
    • A current or future teacher of American history, American government, or social studies at the secondary school level (grades 7 to 12)
    • A bachelor's degree no later then August 31 of the year in which you are applying
    • A minimum of least three years from the time that any previous graduate degree was awarded before applying for a James Madison Fellowship
    • Demonstrated commitment to civic mindedness and participation in community activities
    • Intent to pursue a program of graduate study that emphasized the US Constitution
    • Obligation to teach American history, American government or social studies in grades 7 to 12 for no less than one year for each full academic year of study under the fellowship
  • Application Instructions:  Applicants must submit  an original plus one copy of the following materials directly to the James Madison Fellowship Program (address follows):
    • A 600-word essay explaining why you believe the study of the Constitution is an essential part of secondary school education
    • A completed application form available at the Madison Fellowship Program website
    • All undergraduate degree transcripts and master’s degree program transcripts, if applicable
    • Two letters of evaluation in signed and sealed envelopes. You may send three if you wish, but no more than three.
      • James Madison Fellowship Program
        301 ACT Drive
        PO Box 4030
        Iowa City, IA 52243
        Address is still valid if PO Box is eliminated.
        If a phone number is required, use 1-800-525-6928.
    • Consult with UAR advisors regarding the content and writing of your application.

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National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship

For seniors and alumni who intend to pursue a research graduate program in science or engineering, and first or second year graduate students, who have demonstrated ability and special aptitude for advanced training in science and engineering.

  • Deadline: January 7, 2008.
  • Award: Full tuition and required fees (not to include room and board), plus a stipend of $30,000-$31,500/year.
  • Eligibility
    • Near the beginning of graduate study
    • Enrolled in graduate programs in science or engineering
    • US citizens or nationals. Persons who hold permanent resident status are not eligible.
  • Application Instructions
    • Apply online once the application opens in September 2007.
    • Send nonelectronic submissions containing all parts of the application in a single package, except the following items:
      • the GRE scores (which will be sent to ASEE directly by the Education Testing Service - code 5140)
      • Official Transcripts (which will be sent directly to ASEE by the institution to:
        NDSEG Fellowship Program
        1818 N St NW
        Suite T-50
        Washington, DC 20036)
    • See instructions at NDSEG website regarding letters of recommendation.
    • Send materials to NDSEG Fellowship Program, American Society for Engineering Education, 1818 N Street, NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20036-2476, (202) 331-3516.
    • Consult with UAR advisors regarding the content and writing of your application .

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National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships

For graduate study leading to research-based masters or doctoral degrees. Intended for graduating seniors and  students who are in the early stages of their graduate study.

  • Deadlines:

    November 1, 2007 (Thursday): Interdisciplinary Fields of Study
    November 2, 2007 (Friday): Computer and Information Science and Engineering
    November 2, 2007 (Friday): Mathematical Sciences
    November 6, 2007 (Tuesday): Geosciences
    November 6, 2007 (Tuesday): Psychology
    November 6, 2007 (Tuesday): Social Sciences
    November 7, 2007 (Wednesday): Life Sciences
    November 8, 2007 (Thursday): Engineering
    November 9, 2007 (Friday): Chemistry
    November 9, 2007 (Friday): Physics and Astronomy

  • Award
    • a stipend of $30,000/yr.
    • A cost of education allowance of $10,500/year
  • Eligibility
    • Seniors, first-year graduate students or students beginning their second year of graduate school
    • Graduate study leading to research-based master's or doctoral degrees in the following areas:
      • Mathematical, physical, biological, behavioral and social sciences
      • Engineering
      • The history or science and the philosophy of science
      • Policy programs as long as they confer research degrees
      • Research-based PhD degrees in science education
      • For a complete list of eligible fields, consult the program announcement
    • US citizens or nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States
  • Application Instructions
    • Consult the program announcement and apply online at FastLane
    • Completed applications include the following:
    • Information Form
    • Application Form
    • Proposed Plan of Research Form
    • Previous Research Experience Form
    • Undergraduate GPA Form
    • Official Stanford transcripts
    • Four Reference Report Forms (letters of recommendation). At least two should be persons with whom you have worked in your present and most recent department, including thesis advisor, if applicable.
      • Consult with UAR advisors regarding the content and writing of your application.

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The Charles B. Rangel Fellowship

The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Program, a collaborative effort between Howard University and the U.S. Department of State, seeks to attract outstanding seniors and recent graduates engaged ina a relevant career who have an interest in pursuing a career in the Foreign Service of the U. S. Department of State. The Program encourages the involvement of members of minority groups and those with financial need.

  • Deadline: January 25, 2008
  • Award
    • Up to $28,000 annually for up to two years of graduate or professional study in international affairs or a related subject
    • Enrichment study at Howard University in Washington, DC
    • Internships in Congress and overseas
    • Eventual appointment to the US Foreign Service
  • Eligibility
    • Enrollment at accredited graduate or professional school (subject to approval by the Bunche Center) in international affairs or a related field. This award may not be used to pursue a law degree.
    • A cumulative GPA of 3.2 throughout their period of study
    • US citizenship
    • Senior year of their undergraduate study or undergraduate degree by June 2008
    • A cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale at the time of application
    • Outstanding leadership skills and academic achievement
    • Demonstrated financial need
    • Seniors or recent graduates engaged in a relevant international affairs career with plans to begin graduate school no later than Fall 2008
  • Application Instructions
    • Applicants must submit the following materials directly to the Bunch International Affairs Center by January 25, 2008:
      1. The application form available at the Bunche Center website
      2. Two letters of recommendation
      3. A personal statement
      4. Examples of writing skill
      5. Certification of citizenship
      6. GRE form
      7. Official transcripts from all undergraduate institutions attended
      8. Official financial aid statement for your current or senior year of college
    • Consult with UAR advisors regarding the content of your application, selection of recommenders and preparation for an interview.

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The Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans

For seniors and alumni who intend to pursue graduate and/or professional school, as well as first-year graduate students, this fellowship provides opportunities for continuing generations of able and accomplished New Americans to achieve leadership in their chosen fields. The program was established in recognition of the contributions New Americans have made to American life and in gratitude for the opportunities the United States has afforded the donors and their family.

  • Deadline: November 1, 2007
  • Award: Each year the Fellow receives a maintenance grant of $20,000 (paid in two installments) and a tuition grant of one-half the tuition cost of the U.S. graduate program attended by the Fellow (up to a maximum of $16,000 per academic year).
  • Eligibility
    • A New American,defined as (1) a resident alien; (i.e. holds a green card) or, (2) a naturalized US citizen, or (3) the child of two parents who are both naturalized citizens
    • A bachelor's degree or be in the final year of undergraduate study
    • Not be older than thirty years of age as of November 1, 2007
  • Application Instructions
    • Consult with UAR advisors regarding the content of your application, selection of recommenders and preparation for an interview .
    • Download an application from the Foundation website.
    • Submit all application materials via the Online Application System or to The Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans, 400 West 59th Street, New York, NY 10019.

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The Woodrow Wilson Thomas Pickering Foreign Affairs Graduate Fellowship

For seniors and alumni who intend to enroll in two-year master's degree programs in public policy, international affairs, public administration, or academic fields such as business, economics, political science, sociology, or foreign languages, who represent all ethnic, racial and social backgrounds and who have an interest in pursuing a Foreign Service career in the U.S. Department of State. The program develops a source of trained men and women who will represent the skill needs of the Department and who are dedicated to representing America's interests abroad.

  • Deadline: February 4, 2008
  • Award: The Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation offers two different awards. One is for undergraduates and the other for graduates or professional schooling in international affairs, political and economic analysis, administration, management and science policy, or related fields.
    • Fees and room and board for a two-year, full-time master’s degree program at US graduate institutions only in the following fields:
      • Public policy
      • International affairs
      • Public administration (or related academic fields such as business, economics, political science, sociology or foreign languages)
    • Stipend to fund participation in one domestic and one overseas internship within the US Department of State
    • Mentoring from a Foreign Service Officer during the graduate degree segment of the program

PLEASE NOTE: The successful candidate is also obligated to a minimum of three years of service in an appointment as a Foreign Service Officer.

  • Eligibility
    • US citizenship
    • Must be seeking admission to graduate school for the following academic year
    • Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale at the time of their application
    • Must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale throughout participation in the program
    • Community, academic, other extracurricular and leadership activities will be considered during the selection process
    • Medical and security clearances will be required for program participation. Fellows must meet Department of State entry requirements for Foreign Service Officers.
  • Application Instructions
    • Consult with UAR advisors regarding the content of your application, selection of recommenders and preparation for an interview.
    • Read the detailed instructions at the Foundation website.
    • GRE scores required.
    • Apply online.

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