McDaniel College. Guide to Scholarships & Fellowships. Edition Updated: 9/14/16

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1 McDaniel College Guide to Scholarships & Fellowships Edition Updated: 9/14/16

2 Table of Contents Introduction... 3 Section One: Narrowing the Search... 5 Narrowing the Search: First Years... 6 Narrowing the Search: Sophomores... 8 Narrowing the Search: Juniors Narrowing the Search: Seniors Narrowing the Search: Recent Grads/Graduate Students Section Two: The Opportunities The Abell Award American Association of University Women Fellowships and Grants The Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program The BBG Communications The Benjamin A. Gilman Boren Awards The Capital Fellows The Carnegie Endowment The Charles B. Rangel Graduate Fellowship The Charles B. Rangel Summer Enrichment Program The Committee on Instituational Cooperation: FreeApp The Critical Language DAAD The Donald M. Payne International DutchCrafters Amish Furniture The Elie Wiesel Foundation The Ford Foundation Predoctoral Fellowship The Foundation for Global Scholars The Fulbright Fund for Education Abroad The Gates Cambridge The George J. Mitchell Scholarship Program Global Grant Scholarship The HACU National The Harry S. Truman The Herbert Scoville, Jr

3 The Hertz Foundation The Humane Studies The Humanity in Action The James Madison Knowles Science Teaching Foundation Marshall The Mensa Foundation s The NASA Cooperative National Defense Science and Engineering National FFA The National Science Foundation The National Science Foundation The NIH Oxford- Cambridge Odenza Marketing Group Offers.com The Paul and Daisy Soros The Public Service The Rhodes The Saudi Arabia Schwarzman Scholars Program SMART The Thomas R. Pickering The Timothy J. Atkinson The Udall UNCF Merck Undergraduate The Union Plus The US- UK Fulbright Commission The Whitaker The Woodrow Wilson WyzAnt Opportunity Timeline:

4 Introduction Purpose This Guide to Scholarships & Fellowships is meant to be a tool to help you identify competitive and prestigious scholarships and fellowships that may be of interest to you, and to provide preliminary information about each opportunity. These opportunities range from one- time monetary awards to entrance into ongoing academic programs; from study abroad stipends to domestic research grants; from summer enrichment programs to essay competitions; and so much more. How to Use this Guide If you are not sure where to begin, Section One of this guide will help you narrow your search and identify which opportunities might be right for you, based on your current year and general interests. Wherever possible, minimum GPA requirements are listed in this section. Please note that in this section opportunities are organized by the year in which you are eligible to apply; however, it is recommended that you also consider opportunities for which you may be eligible in the future. For instance, if you are a Junior, you may want to consider opportunities listed for Seniors as well, so that you can prepare yourself to apply next year. Section Two contains quick- reference information about each opportunity. You will see a brief Overview, a list of Benefits offered by the opportunity, any Eligibility requirements, the month in which the Application is Due, and a Website to find more information. In some cases, a Faculty/Staff Advisor will be listed as well. If an Advisor is specified, it is strongly recommended (and in some cases required) that you contact that individual in order to pursue the award. A full list of Advisors is available on the next page. Several entries in this Guide actually represent multiple opportunities, consolidated under a single organization or program. For instance, the entry for Golden Key Scholarships actually encompasses a variety of individual scholarships available through the Golden Key Society. For full descriptions of these individual scholarships, it is best to see the website listed. Other Resources to Consider Please keep in mind that this Guide is not an exhaustive resource. Many more opportunities are available online. If you are interested in Study Abroad, more opportunities are available through International Programs, located in the Center for Experience & Opportunity or online: mcdaniel- plan/special- opportunities/study- abroad/scholarships- for- study- abroad. If you are interested in opportunities having to do with Foreign Languages, please consider visiting the Foreign Language Department, located in the lower level of Baker Memorial Chapel, or online: mcdaniel- plan/departments/foreign- languages (under the Resources tab). 3

5 Faculty/Staff Advisors Opportunity/Award Name Advisor Name Contact Info. Boren Awards for International Studies The Carnegie Endowment for Junior Fellows DAAD Scholarships The Fulbright U.S. Student Program The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program Marshall Scholarships The Harry S. Truman Scholarship The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship The Critical Language Scholarship Program Dr. Amy McNichols Assoc. Professor, Foreign Languages Dr. Anouar Boukhars Asst. Professor, Political Sci. & Intl. Studies Dr. Mohamed Esa Professor, Academic Affairs Joshua Ambrose Director, McDaniel College Writing Center Dr. Amy McNichols Assoc. Professor, Foreign Languages Dr. Stephanie Madsen Assoc. Prof, Psychology Dr. Christianna Leahy Professor, Political Sci. & Intl. Studies Dr. Mona Becker Asst. Professor, Environmental Studies Dr. Martine Motard- Noar Professor, Foreign Languages Office: BMC 115 Phone: Office: Hill Hall 315 Phone: Office: BMC 109 Phone: Office: Hill Hall 111 Phone: Office: BMC 115 Phone: Office: Merritt Hall G11 Phone: Office: Hill Hall 317 Phone: Office: Lewis Hall of Science 215 Phone: Office: BMC 107 Phone:

6 Section One: Narrowing the Search 5

7 Narrowing the Search: Opportunities for First- Years If you are interested in Internship/Research Experiences: Nonspecific/Various Fields: The HACU National Internship Program (min. 3.0 GPA) International Affairs: The Charles B. Rangel Summer Enrichment Program (min. 3.2 GPA) Public Service: The Public Service Fellows Program STEM: The National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates If you are interested in Study Abroad/Interning Abroad: Nonspecific/Various Fields: The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program The Foundation for Global Scholars Scholarships (min. 2.5 GPA) Fund for Educational Abroad Scholarships The US- UK Fulbright Commission Summer Programs Public Service: Boren Awards For International Study The Critical Language Scholarship Program If you are interested in General Funding: Public Service/Policy: The Timothy J. Atkinson Memorial Scholarship STEM: The SMART Scholarship for Service Program (min. 3.0 GPA) 6

8 If you are interested in General Funding (Continued): Nonspecific/Various Fields: The Mensa Foundation s College Scholarship Program National FFA Scholarships The Union Plus Scholarship Program If you are interested in Essay Competitions: The Abell Award In Urban Policy The BBG Communications Scholarship (min. 2.5 GPA) DutchCrafters Amish Furniture Heritage Scholarship (min. 3.0 GPA) Odenza Marketing Group Scholarships (min 2.5 GPA) Offers.com Savvy Saver Scholarship WyzAnt College Scholarships 7

9 Narrowing the Search: Opportunities for Sophomores If you are interested in Internship/Research Experiences: Nonspecific/Various Fields: The HACU National Internship Program (min. 3.0 GPA) International Affairs: The Charles B. Rangel Summer Enrichment Program (min. 3.2 GPA) Public Service: The Public Service Fellows Program STEM: The NASA Cooperation Education Program (min. 2.9 GPA) The National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates If you are interested in Study Abroad/Interning Abroad: Nonspecific/Various Fields: The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program DAAD Scholarships The Foundation for Global Scholars Scholarships (min. 2.5 GPA) Fund for Educational Abroad Scholarships The US- UK Fulbright Commission Summer Programs Public Service: Boren Awards For International Study The Critical Language Scholarship Program The Humanity in Action Fellowship The Saudi Arabia Exchange Fellowship STEM: The Whitaker International Program If you are interested in General Funding: Public Service/Policy: The Timothy J. Atkinson Memorial Scholarship The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship (min. 3.0 GPA) 8

10 If you are interested in General Funding (Continued): STEM: The Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program The SMART Scholarship for Service Program (min. 3.0 GPA) Nonspecific/Various Fields: The Mensa Foundation s College Scholarship Program National FFA Scholarships The Union Plus Scholarship Program If you are interested in Essay Competitions: The Abell Award In Urban Policy The BBG Communications Scholarship (min. 2.5 GPA) DutchCrafters Amish Furniture Heritage Scholarship (min. 3.0 GPA) Odenza Marketing Group Scholarships (min 2.5 GPA) Offers.com Savvy Saver Scholarship WyzAnt College Scholarships 9

11 Narrowing the Search: Opportunities for Juniors If you are interested in Graduate School Programs: Programs Overseas: Marshall Scholarships (min. 3.7 GPA) The Rhodes Scholarship Public Service: The Harry S. Truman Scholarship The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Programs (min. 3.2 GPA) STEM: UNCF Merck Undergraduate Science Research Scholarship Award (min. 3.3 GPA) If you are interested in Internship/Research Experiences: Nonspecific/Various Fields: The HACU National Internship Program (min. 3.0 GPA) International Affairs: The Charles B. Rangel Summer Enrichment Program (min. 3.2 GPA) Public Service: The Public Service Fellows Program STEM: The NASA Cooperation Education Program (min. 2.9 GPA) The National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates If you are interested in Study Abroad/Interning Abroad: Nonspecific/Various Fields: The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program DAAD Scholarships The Foundation for Global Scholars Scholarships (min. 2.5 GPA) Fund for Educational Abroad Scholarships 10

12 If you are interested in Study Abroad/Interning Abroad (Continued): Public Service: Boren Awards For International Study The Critical Language Scholarship Program The Humanity in Action Fellowship The Saudi Arabia Exchange Fellowship STEM: The Whitaker International Program If you are interested in General Funding: Public Service/Policy: The Timothy J. Atkinson Memorial Scholarship The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship (min. 3.0 GPA) STEM: The Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program The SMART Scholarship for Service Program (min. 3.0 GPA) Nonspecific/Various Fields: Hispanic Scholarship Fund General College Scholarships (min. 3.0 GPA) The Mensa Foundation s College Scholarship Program National FFA Scholarships The Union Plus Scholarship Program If you are interested in Essay Competitions: The Abell Award In Urban Policy The BBG Communications Scholarship (min. 2.5 GPA) DutchCrafters Amish Furniture Heritage Scholarship (min. 3.0 GPA) The Elie Wiesel Foundation Prize in Ethics Essay Contest Odenza Marketing Group Scholarships (min 2.5 GPA) Offers.com Savvy Saver Scholarship WyzAnt College Scholarships 11

13 Narrowing the Search: Opportunities for Seniors If you are interested in Graduate School Programs: Programs Overseas: The Gates Cambridge Scholarship Program The George J. Mitchell Scholarship Program The Global Grant Scholarship Marshall Scholarships (min. 3.7 GPA) The NIH Oxford- Cambridge Scholars Program The Rhodes Scholarship Schwarzman Scholars Public Service: The Charles B. Rangel Graduate Fellowship (min. 3.2 GPA) The Donald M. Payne International Development Graduate Fellowship (min. 3.2 GPA) The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Programs (min. 3.2 GPA) STEM The Hertz Foundation Graduate Fellowship Award National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Nonspecific/Various Fields: The Committee on Institutional Cooperation: FreeApp (min. 3.0 GPA) Ford Foundation Predoctoral Fellowship The Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans American Association of University Women Fellowships and Grants Teaching The James Madison Fellowship Knowles Science Teacher Foundation Teaching Fellowships The Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowships (min. 3.0 GPA) If you are interested in Internship/Research Experiences: Nonspecific/Various Fields: The HACU National Internship Program (min. 3.0 GPA) 12

14 If you are interested in Internship/Research Experiences (Continued): International Affairs: The Carnegie Endowment For Junior Fellows The Charles B. Rangel Summer Enrichment Program (min. 3.2 GPA) Public Service: The Capital Fellows Programs The Public Service Fellows Program The Herbert Scoville, Jr. Peace Fellowship STEM: The NASA Cooperation Education Program (min. 2.9 GPA) If you are interested in Study Abroad/Interning Abroad: Nonspecific/Various Fields: The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program DAAD Scholarships The Foundation for Global Scholars Scholarships (min. 2.5 GPA) The Fulbright U.S. Student Program Public Service: The Critical Language Scholarship Program The Humanity in Action Fellowship STEM: The Whitaker International Program If you are interested in General Funding: STEM: The SMART Scholarship for Service Program (min. 3.0 GPA) Nonspecific/Various Fields: The Union Plus Scholarship Program If you are interested in Essay Competitions: The Abell Award In Urban Policy The Elie Wiesel Foundation Prize in Ethics Essay Contest Offers.com Savvy Saver Scholarship 13

15 Narrowing the Search: Opportunities for Recent Grads/Grad Students If you are interested in Graduate School Programs: Programs Overseas: The Gates Cambridge Scholarship Program The George J. Mitchell Scholarship Program Global Grant Scholarships Marshall Scholarships (min. 3.7 GPA) The Rhodes Scholarship Schwarzman Scholars Public Service: The Charles B. Rangel Graduate Fellowship (min. 3.2 GPA) The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Programs (min. 3.2 GPA) The Donald M. Payne International Development Graduate Fellowship (min. 3.2 GPA) STEM The Hertz Foundation Graduate Fellowship Award National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Nonspecific/Various Fields: The Committee on Institutional Cooperation: FreeApp (min. 3.0 GPA) Ford Foundation Predoctoral Fellowship The Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans American Association of University Women Fellowships and Grants Teaching The James Madison Fellowship Knowles Science Teacher Foundation Teaching Fellowships The Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowships (min. 3.0 GPA) If you are interested in Internship/Research Experiences: International Affairs: The Carnegie Endowment For Junior Fellows Public Service: The Capital Fellows Programs The Herbert Scoville, Jr. Peace Fellowship The Public Service Fellows Program 14

16 STEM: The NASA Cooperation Education Program (min. 2.9 GPA) If you are interested in Study Abroad/Interning Abroad: Nonspecific/Various Fields: DAAD Scholarships The Foundation for Global Scholars Scholarships (min. 2.5 GPA) The Fulbright U.S. Student Program Public Service: The Critical Language Scholarship Program The Humanity in Action Fellowship STEM: The Whitaker International Program If you are interested in General Funding: STEM: I- Fund Health & Life Sciences Scholars Program (min. 3.0 GPA) The SMART Scholarship for Service Program (min. 3.0 GPA) Nonspecific/Various Fields: The Humane Studies Fellowship Program The Union Plus Scholarship Program If you are interested in Essay Competitions: The Abell Award In Urban Policy 15

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18 Section Two: The Opportunities 17

19 The Abell Award In Urban Policy Overview: The Abell Award in Urban Policy is given annually to the students who author the most compelling papers on a policy problem facing the City of Baltimore and feasible solutions. Papers should be a maximum of 25 double- spaced pages, and may be co- authored by up to two students. Benefits: The Selection Committee decides on the allocation of the $5,000 award. Eligibility: All full- time students from the following schools are eligible to enter: Coppin State University; Goucher College; Johns Hopkins University; Loyola University Maryland; McDaniel College; Morgan State University; College of Notre Dame in Maryland; Towson University; University of Baltimore; University of Maryland, Baltimore; UMBC; University of Maryland, College Park; Stevenson University Application Due: October Website: Award- in- Urban- Policy Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 18

20 American Association of University Women Fellowships and Grants Overview: AAUW has a long and distinguished history of advancing educational and professional opportunities for women in the United States and around the globe. Fellowship and grant recipients perform research in a wide range of disciplines and work to improve their schools and communities. Their intellect, dedication, imagination, and effort promise to forge new paths in scholarship, improve the quality of life for all, and tackle the educational and social barriers facing women worldwide. Benefits: AAUW offers six different Fellowships and Grants, each with its own set of benefits: American Fellowships support women scholars who are completing dissertations, planning research leave from accredited institutions, or preparing research for publication. Career Development Grants provide funding to women who hold a bachelor s degree and are preparing to advance or change careers or re- enter the workforce. Primary consideration is given to women of color and women nontraditional fields. Community Action Grants provide funds to individuals, AAUW branches, and AAUW state organizations as well as local community- based nonprofit organizations for innovative programs or non- degree research projects that promote education and equality for women and girls. International Fellowships are awarded for full- time study or research in the United States to women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Both graduate and postgraduate studies at accredited U.S. institutions are supported. International Project Grants can be awarded to women who completed an AAUW International Fellowship, and support projects in the fellows home countries. Selected Professions Fellowships are awarded to women who intend to pursue a full- time course of study at accredited U.S. institutions during the fellowship year in designated degree programs where women s participation traditionally has been low. Eligibility: Eligibility requirements vary by award. Application Due: Deadlines vary by award. Website: we- do/educational- funding- and- awards/ Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 19

21 The Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program Overview: The Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program was established by Congress in 1986 to honor Senator Barry Goldwater, who served his country for 56 years as a soldier and statesman, including 30 years of service in the U.S. Senate. The purpose of the Foundation is to provide a continuing source of highly qualified scientists, mathematicians, and engineers by awarding scholarships to college students who intend to pursue research careers in these fields. Benefits: Each scholarship covers eligible expenses for undergraduate tuition, fees, books, and room and board, up to a maximum of $7,500 annually. Eligibility: To be considered, a student must be nominated by his or her college or university using the official online nomination process on the Foundation's website. To be considered for nomination as a Goldwater Scholar, a student must: Be a full- time matriculated sophomore or junior pursuing a degree at an accredited institution of higher education, and intend to pursue research careers in mathematics, the natural sciences, or engineering. Have a college grade- point average of at least "B" (or the equivalent) and be in the upper fourth of his or her class. Be a United States citizen, a permanent resident, or, in the case of nominees from American Samoa or the Commonwealth of the Mariana Islands, a United States national. Nominations from permanent residents must include a letter of the nominee's intent to obtain U.S. citizenship and a photocopy of the Permanent Resident Card (formerly known as the Alien Registration Card). Application Due: January Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 20

22 The BBG Communications Scholarship Overview: The BBG Communications scholarship is designed for students between the ages of 16 and 21 who are currently in or will be attending an institution of higher education. In order to apply for BBG Communications Scholarship you must write two small essays (500 words or less). Essay prompts and selection criteria are available online. Benefits: Award value: $1000. Eligibility: To be considered eligible for the BBG Communications Scholarship you must: Be between the ages of 16 and 21 on the application deadline. Submit answers to the two essay questions, which can be found on the application page online. Have at least one full year of post secondary studies remaining at the time of the award. Have a GPA of 2.5 or greater. Be a citizen of the United States or Canada Application Due: June 30 Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 21

23 The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program Overview: The Gilman Scholarship Program broadens the student population that studies and interns abroad by supporting undergraduates who might not otherwise participate due to financial constraints. The program aims to encourage students to choose non- traditional study and intern destinations, especially those outside of Western Europe, Australia and New Zealand. The Gilman Scholarship Program aims to support students who have been traditionally under- represented in education abroad, including but not limited to, students with high financial need, students in underrepresented fields such as the sciences and engineering, students with diverse ethnic backgrounds, and students with disabilities. Benefits: Award amounts vary depending on the length of study and student need with the average award being approximately $4,000. Students who apply for and receive the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to study abroad are then eligible to receive a Critical Need Language Award from the Gilman Scholarship Program of $8,000. Eligibility: The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and is open to all U.S. citizen undergraduates, in good academic standing, who meet the criteria listed below: The applicant must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant or provide proof that he/she will be receiving a Pell Grant at the time of application or during the term of his/her study abroad program or internship. The applicant is applying to or has been accepted into a study abroad program or internship eligible for credit by the student's accredited institution of higher education in the U.S. The applicant is studying or interning abroad for at least four weeks in one country. The applicant is studying or interning abroad in any country except Cuba or a country on the U.S. Department of State's current Travel Warning list. Application Due: March 3 (for Summer or Fall) OR October (for Spring) Website: Scholarship- Program Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Amy McNichols 22

24 Boren Awards For International Study Overview: Boren Scholarships provide up to $20,000 to U.S. undergraduate students to study abroad in areas of the world that are critical to U.S. interests and underrepresented in study abroad. Boren Scholars represent a variety of academic backgrounds, but all are interested in studying less commonly taught languages, including but not limited to Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, and Swahili. Boren Scholarships are funded by the National Security Education Program (NSEP), which focuses on geographic areas, languages, and fields of study deemed critical to U.S. national security. Recipients of a Boren Scholarship or Fellowship accept a Service Requirement to work for the federal government in the national security arena. Benefits: Maximum scholarship awards are: $8,000 for a summer program (special initiative for STEM students only; 8 weeks minimum); $10,000 for a semester; $20,000 for a full academic year. Eligibility: Boren Scholarships are for undergraduate students. You are eligible to apply for the Boren Scholarship if you are: A U.S. citizen at the time of application. A high school graduate, or have earned a GED. Matriculated in an undergraduate degree program located within the United States accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Boren Scholars must remain matriculated in their undergraduate programs for the duration of the scholarship and may not graduate until the scholarship is complete. Applying to a study abroad program that meets home institution standards in a country outside of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand. Application Due: On campus January 19, 2015/ Online February Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Amy McNichols 23

25 The Capital Fellows Programs Overview: The Sacramento State Center for California Studies administers four fellowship programs. These programs, known collectively as the Capital Fellows Programs, are nationally recognized. The 18 Assembly Fellows, 18 Senate Fellows, 18 Executive Fellows and 10 Judicial Administration Fellows receive an outstanding opportunity to engage in public service and prepare for future careers, while actively contributing to the development and implementation of public policy in California. Benefits: Fellows in each program work for months, receive health benefits and a monthly stipend of $2550 and are employees of Sacramento State. They work as full- time members of a legislative, executive, or judicial branch office, and are typically given assignments with a significant amount of responsibility and challenges. Fellows also enroll as graduate students at Sacramento State and receive graduate units from the Sacramento State Government Department or Public Policy and Administration Program. The enrollment fees are paid by the programs. Eligibility: Anyone with a bachelor's degree by Fall of the award year and a demonstrated interest in state government and public service is eligible to apply. There are no preferred majors. Applicants must be 20 years of age by Fall of the award year. Graduate, postgraduate and mid- career applicants are welcome. Non- U.S. citizens must provide proof of appropriate immigration status. The Capital Fellows Programs do not meet the requirements for F- 1 or J- 1 visas. Application Due: February Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 24

26 The Carnegie Endowment For Junior Fellows Overview: Each year the endowment offers approximately ten one- year fellowships to uniquely qualified graduating seniors and individuals who have graduated during the past academic year. They are selected from a pool of nominees from close to 400 participating colleges. Carnegie junior fellows work as research assistants to the endowment's senior associates. 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, journalists, and government officials. Benefits: Positions are paid, full- time positions for one year. Junior fellows are currently paid a gross salary of $3, per month ($38,000 per year). A full benefits package is also provided. Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors or students who have graduated during the last academic year. No one who has started graduate studies is eligible for consideration (except in cases where the student has completed a joint bachelor s/master s degree program). The Carnegie Endowment accepts applications only through participating universities via designated nominating officials. Application Due: January Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Anouar Boukhars 25

27 The Charles B. Rangel Graduate Fellowship Overview: The Rangel Graduate Fellowship aims to attract and prepare outstanding young people for careers in the Foreign Service in which they can help formulate, represent and implement U.S. foreign policy. Each year, the Rangel Program selects 20 outstanding Rangel Fellows in a highly competitive nationwide process and helps support them through two years of graduate study, internships and professional development activities, and entry into the Foreign Service. This program encourages the application of members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service and those with financial need. Benefits: Rangel Fellows will receive a fellowship of up to $47,500 annually towards tuition, room, board, books and mandatory fees for completion of a two- year master's degree in international affairs or another area of relevance to the work of the Foreign Service. New Rangel Fellows will participate in an orientation at Howard University in mid- May, shortly after their selection. Rangel Fellows will participate in two internships. The first, an internship working on international issues for Members of Congress in Washington, D.C., will occur in the summer after being selected and before the first year of graduate study. Fellows who successfully complete the Rangel Program and Foreign Service entry requirements will receive appointments as Foreign Service Officers and is committed to a minimum of five years of service as a Foreign Service Officer. Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Applicants must be seeking admission to enter graduate school in the fall after application for a two- year program at a U.S. university. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale at the time of application. Application Due: mid- January Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 26

28 The Charles B. Rangel Summer Enrichment Program Overview: The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program is a six- week summer program designed to provide undergraduate students with a deeper appreciation of current issues and trends in international affairs, a greater understanding of career opportunities in international affairs, and the enhanced knowledge and skills to pursue such careers. The Program usually selects participants each year from universities throughout the United States. Students live at Howard University, attend classes, and participate in a variety of programs with foreign affairs professionals at Howard and at diverse locations around Washington, DC. Benefits: The Program covers the costs for tuition, travel, housing, and two meals per day. It also provides a stipend of $3,200. Eligibility: Applicants must be full- time undergraduate students. Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale at the time of application. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Application Due: Early February Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 27

29 The Committee on Institutional Cooperation: FreeApp Overview: FreeApp is designed to increase access to graduate education for students who possess qualities and experiences that enhance the diversity of the intellectual, cultural, and social environments at CIC universities. Through this program, prospective students can request a graduate application fee waiver for Ph.D. or Master of Fine Arts programs at participating universities: University of Chicago, University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign, Indiana University, University of Iowa, University of Michigan, Michigan State University, University of Minnesota, University of Nebraska- Lincoln, Northwestern University, Ohio State University, Pennsylvania State University, Purdue University. Benefits: Application fee waiver to one of the above institutions for Ph.D. or Master of Fine Arts programs. Eligibility: To be eligible to submit a FreeApp waiver request form, you must meet all of the following criteria: Have completed a bachelor's degree by the August preceding enrollment in the graduate program. Apply for admission to a Ph.D. program or Master of Fine Arts program. Be a citizen or a permanent resident of the U.S. Have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale). Intend to pursue an academic and/or research career. Application Due: Priority is given to requests submitted by November 15. FreeApp requests are processed throughout the year. Note, however, that the University of Minnesota has a deadline of November 15. Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 28

30 The Critical Language Scholarship Program Overview: A program of the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program offers intensive summer language institutes in thirteen critical foreign languages. The CLS Program is part of a U.S. government effort to expand dramatically the number of Americans studying and mastering critical foreign languages. Students of diverse disciplines and majors are encouraged to apply. Participants are expected to continue their language study beyond the scholarship period, and later apply their critical language skills in their future professional careers. Some CLS institutes require one to two years of prior language study (or the equivalent), while others accept students with no prior knowledge of the language. Languages offered are as follows: Arabic, Azerbaijani, Bangla/Bengali, Chinese, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Punjabi, Russian, Turkish, and Urdu. Benefits: Program costs airfare, tuition, room and board, cultural program expenses, overseas health benefits, and applicable visa fees are fully covered for all participants. Participants receive a small stipend to cover incidental expenses and meals not provided by the program. The CLS Program provides undergraduate academic credit through Bryn Mawr College. Upon completion of the program, participants also receive a certified American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) score. Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens. At the time of application, applicants must be enrolled at an accredited U.S. degree- granting program at the undergraduate or graduate level. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited degree- granting institution that is physically located in the United States or its territories. U.S. students enrolled in a degree- granting program at a foreign college or university are not eligible for the scholarship. Application Due: November Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Martine Motard- Noar 29

31 DAAD Scholarships Overview: DAAD offers a wide range of funding opportunities for individuals and institutions in higher education. The primary goal is to facilitate transatlantic mobility to Germany for US and Canadian scholars; therefore Germany must be a component of the intended academic travel. Funding is awarded on a competitive basis, with consideration to the academic merit of the individual, the feasibility and quality of the proposal, and the impact of the applicant and application as a whole. Benefits: Exact benefits vary depending on the specific scholarship pursued. Many include a monthly stipend, plus additional funds to help defray travel and research expenses as well as health insurance. Graduate scholarships are also available; see website for details. Undergraduate Scholarships: Scholarships for 4 to 10 months of study, thesis research or an internship for students in any academic field. Study Scholarship: Scholarships for graduating seniors to complete one academic year of study or a full graduate degree program in Germany. RISE - Research Internships in Science and Engineering: Summertime internships with German doctoral students at universities and research institutions- - no German required! University Summer Course Grant: Summer courses at German universities to help build your language skills while studying anything from film to politics to engineering. internxchange: An 11- week summer program in Berlin for American journalism and communications students. Advanced- intermediate German needed. Study and Internship Program (SIP): A full academic semester of study abroad at one of the UAS7 universities in Germany followed by a one- semester professional internship experience in a company or research institute in Germany. German Studies Research Grant: Funding for research in the US or Germany in all areas of contemporary German Studies. EMGIP Internship: Two months at the German parliament for students fluent in German. Eligibility: Eligibility requirements vary by scholarship. Application Due: Deadlines vary by scholarship. Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Mohamed Esa 30

32 The Donald M. Payne International Development Graduate Fellowship Overview: The Payne Program is designed to attract outstanding young people to careers in international development as USAID Foreign Service Officers. Fellows may use the fellowship to attend a two- year master's program in a U.S. institution to study an area of relevance to the USAID Foreign Service, including international development, international relations, public policy, business administration, foreign languages, economics, agriculture, environmental sciences, health, or urban planning at a graduate or professional school approved by the Payne Program. At the end of the two- year fellowship, Fellows enter the USAID Foreign Service. Benefits: The Payne Fellowship Program provides benefits valued at up to $90,000 over two years toward a two- year master's degree, arranges internships in Washington D.C. and at USAID missions overseas, and provides professional development and support activities. Fellows who successfully complete the program become USAID Foreign Service Officers. Eligibility: Applicants must: Be college seniors or graduates looking to start graduate school in the fall of the year they apply. Have GPAs of at least 3.2. Be U.S. citizens. The program welcomes applications from those with any undergraduate major and encourages applications from members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the USAID Foreign Service and those with financial need. Application Due: January Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 31

33 DutchCrafters Amish Furniture Heritage Scholarship Overview: The DutchCrafters Amish Furniture Heritage Scholarship was founded in 2011 as a way to give back to the community by offering education assistance to five outstanding students. This scholarship recognizes undergraduate students who draw upon their cultural heritage to shape their vocational aspirations, add creative value to their future employers, and serve their communities. Benefits: The DutchCrafters Amish Furniture Heritage Scholarship will award three scholarships of $500 each. Disbursements of the award will be made in two increments of $250 each one for the first semester and one for the second semester of the academic year. Eligibility: Students that are eligible for the DutchCrafters Amish Furniture Scholarship must meet the subsequent conditions below. Enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a full- time student at an accredited 4- year undergraduate institution located in the United States of America. Be a U.S. citizen or maintain legal residency within the United States. Have achieved a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Must have applied for federal financial aid (FAFSA) in the award year. Excluded from consideration are employees and relatives of employees of JMX USA, the company that owns DutchCrafters. Application Due: May 1 Website: scholarship Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 32

34 The Elie Wiesel Foundation Prize in Ethics Essay Contest Overview: The Elie Wiesel Foundation Prize in Ethics Essay Contest challenges college students to analyze the urgent ethical issues confronting them in today s complex world. Students are encouraged to write thought- provoking personal essays (3,000-4,000 words) that raise questions, single out issues and are rational arguments for ethical action. While the Foundation suggests relevant topics each year, applicants are encouraged to choose any subject they feel strongly about, provided it is related to the domain of ethics. Benefits: First Prize: $5,000; Second Prize: $2,500; Third Prize: $1,500; Two Honorable Mentions: $500 each. Winning students are eligible for an internship, and a chance for their essay to be published in a nationally recognized publication. Eligibility: Students entering the contest are required to have a Faculty Sponsor review and electronically verify their essay. The Foundation requires an official letter from your Registrar on your institution s letterhead, or from the National Student Clearing House verifying your enrollment as a full- time undergraduate Junior or Senior. Application Due: December Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 33

35 The Ford Foundation Predoctoral Fellowship Overview: These predoctoral fellowships provide three years of support for individuals engaged in graduate study leading to a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or Doctor of Science (Sc.D.) degree. Predoctoral fellowships will be awarded in a national competition administered by the National Research Council (NRC) on behalf of the Ford Foundation. The awards will be made to individuals who, in the judgment of the review panels, 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. Benefits: Annual stipend of $24,000; Award to the institution in lieu of tuition and fees of $2,000; Expenses paid to attend at least one Conference of Ford Fellows; Access to Ford Fellow Liaisons, a network of former Ford Fellows who have volunteered to provide mentoring and support to current fellows. Eligibility: Eligibility to apply for a predoctoral fellowship is limited to: All citizens, nationals, and permanent residents (holders of a Permanent Resident Card) of the United States, and individuals granted deferred action status. Individuals with evidence of superior academic achievement. Individuals committed to a career in teaching and research at the college or university level. Individuals enrolled in or planning to enroll in an eligible research- based (dissertation- required), program leading to a Ph.D. or Sc.D. degree at a non- proprietary U.S. educational institution. Individuals who require a minimum of three years study to complete their Ph.D./Sc.D. degree. Individuals who have not earned a doctoral degree at any time, in any field. Application Due: Mid- Late November Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 34

36 The Foundation for Global Scholars Scholarships Overview: The Foundation for Global Scholars is located in Westminster, CO, and serves U.S. undergraduate and graduate students pursuing accredited study abroad programs. Through scholarships for international study, we empower future leaders to become better prepared for the fast- changing global marketplace and interdependent world. We enable students to make the journey from national citizen to global citizen to global leader. Our purpose is to make it possible for college students to study abroad and gain international understanding and perspective, without regard to financial ability. In addition to a general study abroad scholarship, the Foundation offers several more specific scholarships: STA Travel Scholar Award (for Photography, Art, Film, Travel & Tourism, or Foreign Language majors), Financial Need Scholarship, STEM Scholarship, and Ethnically Diverse Student Scholarship. Benefits: Over 200 scholarships between $2000 and $2,500 will be awarded each calendar year for U.S. and Canadian citizens. Award amounts will vary. Most awards are $1000. Eligibility: At the time of applying for any of the Foundation scholarships, you must be enrolled in a US college or university where transfer credit from an academic program abroad will be applied to your US degree being earned. You must be a US citizen. You are enrolled in a U.S. undergraduate, graduate, or professional degree program. You must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5/4.0. Your program abroad is one of the following: Academic Semester or Year Abroad (taking classes at an overseas university); Service Learning; Internship; Short Term Program; Research; Summer Programs; Other program which meets all eligibility requirements. Application Due: Varies depending on the program s start date. Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 35

37 The Fulbright U.S. Student Program Overview: There are three categories to which applicants can apply: Academic: Applications for Fulbright U.S. Student Program grants will be considered for academic study or research, or a combination of the two. Depending on the country of application, grants may be for graduate study which lead toward a degree. Arts: Applications for Fulbright U.S. Student Program grants will be considered for practical training in the creative and performing arts. ETA: The English Teaching Assistant (ETA) Program places recent college graduates and young professionals as English teaching assistants in primary, secondary schools or universities overseas. Benefits: The Fulbright U.S. Student Program grant numbers are subject to the availability of federally appropriated funds. Grant benefits for all Fulbright U.S. Student grants include: round- trip transportation to the host country; funding to cover room, board, and incidental costs, based on the cost of living in the host country; Accident & Sickness Health Benefits. Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens at the time of application. Permanent residents are not eligible. Applicants must have a conferred bachelor's degree or the equivalent before the start of the grant. In the creative and performing arts, four years of professional training and/or experience meets the basic eligibility requirement. Applicants must be in good health. Grantees will be required to submit a satisfactory Medical Certificate from a physician. Applicants must have proficiency in the written and spoken language of the host country sufficient to communicate with the people and to carry out the proposed study/research. Application Due: October Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Joshua Ambrose 36

38 Fund for Education Abroad Scholarships Overview: FEA is committed to increasing the opportunities for dedicated American students to participate in high- quality, rigorous education abroad programs by reducing financial restrictions through the provision of grants and scholarships. In addition to the general Fund for Education Abroad scholarships, FEA is proud to offer several dedicated scholarships, including The Hiliary Echo Douglas Memorial Scholarship (for students studying Vietnam) and The Rainbow Scholarship (for members of the LGBTQI Community). Benefits: FEA will award $5,000 scholarships to students who study abroad for one semester. Students who study abroad for two semesters will receive $10,000. Students who study abroad for other lengths of time will receive a proportionate amount. Eligibility: Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S. Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate at a college or university in the U.S. Must be applying for a study abroad program eligible for credit at the student s educational institution Must plan to study abroad for a minimum of 4 weeks in countries outside the U.S. Is committed to supporting education abroad in his/her campus community through work with the FEA and his/her campus education abroad staff upon return Application Due: January Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 37

39 The Gates Cambridge Scholarship Program Overview: Gates Cambridge Scholarships are prestigious, highly competitive full- cost scholarships. They are awarded to outstanding applicants from countries outside the UK to pursue a full- time postgraduate degree in any subject available at the University of Cambridge. The program aims to build a global network of future leaders committed to improving the lives of others. Benefits: A Gates Cambridge Scholarship covers the full cost of studying at Cambridge, including airfare. Eligibility: You can apply for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship if you are: A citizen of any country outside the United Kingdom. Applying to pursue one of the following full- time residential courses of study at the University of Cambridge: PhD (three year research- only degree); MSc or MLitt (two year research- only degree); or a one year postgraduate course (e.g. MPhil, LLM, MASt, Diploma, MBA etc.) Or already a student at Cambridge and want to apply for a new postgraduate course. Or already a Gates Cambridge Scholar and want to apply for a second Scholarship. Application Due: October Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 38

40 The George J. Mitchell Scholarship Program Overview: The Mitchell Scholarship Program, named to honor former US Senator George Mitchell's pivotal contribution to the Northern Ireland peace process, is designed to introduce and connect generations of future American leaders to the island of Ireland, while recognizing and fostering intellectual achievement, leadership, and a commitment to community and public service. Up to twelve Mitchell Scholars between the ages of 18 and 30 are chosen annually for one year of postgraduate study in any discipline offered by institutions of higher learning in Ireland and Northern Ireland. Benefits: The Mitchell Scholarship Program provides tuition, accommodations, a living expenses stipend, and an international travel stipend. Eligibility: Applicants must: Be U.S. citizens Be 18 years of age or older, but not yet 30, on September 30 of the year of application (those who turn 30 on 1 October are not eligible). Have a bachelor s degree from an accredited college or university before beginning study as a Mitchell Scholar. Degrees from international accredited universities are acceptable, if all other conditions are met. While married applicants or applicants with partners are accepted, no allowance is made for the expenses of an applicant s spouse, partner, or dependents. Application Due: October Website: irelandalliance.org/content/368/en/application%20is%20open.html Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 39

41 Global Grant Scholarship Overview: The Rotary Foundations Global Grant Scholarship supports large international activities with sustainable and measurable outcomes in the Rotary s areas of focus: promoting peace, fighting disease, providing clean water, saving mothers and children, supporting education and growing local economies. Global Grants can fund these activities: Humanitarian projects Scholarships for graduate- level academic classes or research Vocation training teams Benefits: The minimum funding for a global grant activity is $30,000. Funding can also be used towards program related travel. Eligibility: Applicants must: Intended program must relate to The Rotary Foundations area of focus. Have a bachelor s degree from an accredited college or university before beginning study. Must be admitted to foreign university/college at the time of application. Must have language proficiency for the country of intended study. Application Due: On a rolling basis. Applications are accepted throughout the year and reviewed as they are received. Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 40

42 The HACU National Internship Program Overview: Since 1992 the HACU National Internship Program (HNIP) has recruited college students for paid summer- and semester- long internships at federal agencies and private corporations in Washington, D.C. and throughout the country. These ten and fifteen- week internship programs give college students direct experience in a diverse array of careers in the federal and corporate sectors. Interns have enhanced their professional skills through placements in departments of public affairs, accounting, human resources and information technology, as well as laboratories, hospitals, airports, and national forests and parks, among others. Participating agencies and corporations hope to increase diversity in their workforce by providing these internships to high- achieving Hispanic students. This creates a pipeline of future employees who have had positive and meaningful work experience. Benefits: All HACU internship positions are paid. HACU will arrange housing in the internship location (optional). Travel to and from the orientation and/or work site can be arranged at no cost to HACU interns. Provisions can be made for interns to receive academic credit. Free professional development activities are regularly offered during the course of the program. Eligibility: Minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale). Enrollment in a degree- seeking program at an accredited institution. Completion of freshman year of college before the internship begins. Authorization or eligibility to work in the United States by law. Application Due: June (for Fall) OR November (for Spring) OR February (for Summer) Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 41

43 The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Overview: A better future relies on attracting to public service the commitment and sound judgment of bright, outstanding young leaders. This belief is what led President Truman, when approached by a bipartisan group of admirers near the end of his life, to encourage the creation of a living memorial devoted to this purpose rather than a bricks and mortar monument. For almost forty years, the Truman Scholarship Foundation has fulfilled that mission: supporting the potential of terrific young people from across the United States committed to public service, more than 2,900 so far. Benefits: Up to $30,000 to apply toward graduate study in the U.S. or abroad in a wide variety of fields. Eligibility: Students must be nominated by their institution in a process conducted by the Truman Scholarship Faculty Representative. Applicants must: Be a full- time student pursuing a bachelor's degree with junior- level academic standing. Be a U.S citizen (or U.S. national from a Pacific Island) or expect to receive citizenship by the date the Scholarship will be awarded. Want to work in government, education, the nonprofit sector, or the public interest/advocacy sector to improve these conditions. Commit to work in public service for three of the first seven years after I complete a Foundation- funded graduate degree. Application Due: February Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Christianna Leahy 42

44 The Herbert Scoville, Jr. Peace Fellowship Overview: The Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship, established in 1987, is a highly- competitive national fellowship program that provides recent college and grad school graduates with the opportunity to gain a Washington perspective on key issues of peace and security. Twice yearly, the Fellowship's Board of Directors selects a group of outstanding individuals to spend six to nine months in Washington. Supported by a salary, the fellows serve as full- time junior staff members at the participating organization of their choice. Benefits: Fellows receive a salary of $2,700 per month and health insurance, plus travel expenses to Washington, DC. The program also provides $1,000 per fellow for professional development to attend relevant conferences or meetings that could cover travel, accommodations, and registration fees. Eligibility: Candidates are required to have completed a baccalaureate degree by the time the fellowship commences. Preference is given to United States citizens, although a fellowship to a foreign national residing in the U.S. is awarded periodically. Non- U.S. citizens living outside the United States are not eligible to apply. The Scoville Fellowship is not intended for students or scholars interested in pursuing independent research in Washington, DC. Application Due: January (for Fall) OR and October (for Spring) Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 43

45 The Hertz Foundation Graduate Fellowship Award Overview: The Graduate Fellowship Award is based on merit (not need) and consists of a cost- of- education allowance and a personal- support stipend. The Hertz Foundation has a standard agreement in place with over forty top- rated graduate schools to pay Fellows stipends, tuition, and other costs. The cost- of- education allowance is accepted by all of the participating schools in lieu of all fees and tuition. Hertz Fellows therefore have no liability for any ordinary educational costs, regardless of their choice among participating schools. Benefits: Successful applicants have the choice of two Fellowship options: Option 1 - Five Year Hertz $32,000/ 9- month personal stipend Full tuition equivalent Renewable for up to 5 years Option 2 - Five- Year Coordinated Hertz Period - Two Years $38,000/ 9- month personal stipend Full tuition equivalent Other Fellowship Period - Up to Three Years $6,000/ year supplemental stipend from Hertz Requires Awardee to accept a 3- year Fellowship from another source Eligibility: Eligible applicants for Hertz Fellowships must be students of the applied physical, biological and engineering sciences who are citizens or permanent residents of the United States of America, and who are willing to morally commit to make their skills available to the United States in time of national emergency. College seniors wishing to pursue the Ph.D. degree in any of the fields of particular interest to the Foundation, as well as graduate students already in the process of doing so, may apply. Application Due: November Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 44

46 The Humane Studies Fellowship Program Overview: The Humane Studies Fellowship (HSF) program provides more than just monetary awards. The fellowships connect winners to a support network to guide them through a successful career in academia. Humane Studies Fellowships are awarded to full- time graduate students embarking on liberty- advancing careers in ideas. The fellowships support study in a variety of fields, including economics, philosophy, law, political science, history, and sociology. Benefits: Awards range from $2,000 to $15,000. Eligibility: The fellowship is open to full- time graduate students (including law students) from accredited universities anywhere in the world with research interests related to liberty in society, who are relating their work to the humanities (even if the core discipline falls outside the humanities), and dedicated to advancing the ideas of liberty through research and teaching Application Due: See website for more information. Website: studies- fellowships Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 45

47 The Humanity in Action Fellowship Overview: Intensive and demanding, the Humanity in Action Fellowship brings together international groups of university students and recent graduates to explore national histories of discrimination and resistance, as well as examples of issues affecting different minority groups today. Each program is highly interdisciplinary and features daily lectures and discussions with renowned academics, journalists, politicians and activists, as well as site visits to government agencies, non- profit and community organizations, museums and memorials. Fellows share the knowledge they gain in their HIA program by creating in- depth, published articles and teaching tools that draw attention to issues and action that are explored during the Fellowship. Humanity in Action Fellowship programs take place May- June in either Amsterdam, Berlin, Copenhagen, Paris, or Warsaw. Benefits: Humanity in Action covers the costs of participation and accommodation during the fellowship. However, all Fellows will be responsible for financing the cost of airfare to participate in the program. Humanity in Action will cover this cost for all Fellows with documented need. Although Humanity in Action provides a modest stipend for meals, Fellows should also plan to bring spending money of approximately $750 for food and social activities during the fellowship program. As a requirement of participation, Fellows are obligated to conduct a hands- on outreach initiative an Action Project in their home communities. The initiative should reflect the Humanity in Action Fellowship experience. Upon successful completion, Fellows are invited to become Senior Fellows and to join the global Humanity in Action community. Eligibility: Applicants to the Humanity in Action Fellowship must be currently enrolled undergraduate students (sophomores, juniors, and seniors), or recent graduates at accredited, four- year undergraduate colleges or universities in the United States. Application Due: January Website: hia- fellowship Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 46

48 The James Madison Fellowship Overview: The James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation offers $24,000 James Madison Graduate Fellowships to individuals desiring to become outstanding teachers of the American Constitution at the secondary school level. Fellowship applicants compete only against other applicants from the states of their legal residence. Generally, one Fellowship per state is awarded each year. Benefits: The maximum amount of each award is $24,000, prorated over the period of study, and in no case shall the award exceed $12,000 for one academic year of study. Eligibility: To be eligible to apply for a fellowship, you must: Be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national. Be a teacher, or plan to become a teacher, of American history, American government, or social studies at the secondary school level (grades 7 12). Possess a bachelor's degree or plan to receive a bachelor's degree no later than August 31 of the year in which you are applying. Wait at least three years from the time that any previous graduate degree was awarded before applying for a James Madison Fellowship. After receiving the master's degree, each Fellow must teach American history, American government, or social studies in grades 7 12 for one full year for each academic year of funding received under a fellowship, preferably in the state from which the recipient won the fellowship. Application Due: March Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 47

49 Knowles Science Teaching Foundation Teaching Fellowships Overview: KSTF Teaching Fellowships are among the most comprehensive in the nation, combining extensive financial and professional support. The foundation s signature program, the KSTF Teaching Fellowships, awards fellowships in the areas of biological sciences, mathematics and physical sciences. The fellowship is designed to meet the needs of beginning teachers from the onset of the credentialing process through the early years of their careers. KSTF Teaching Fellows are eligible to receive stipends, grants, professional development and more to support their progress as teacher leaders. Over the course of the fellowship program, new teachers develop into backbone teachers and leaders through annual meetings (three per year), membership in a professional organization, one- on- one work with a KSTF program officer for teacher development, and participation in an online community. Benefits: In addition to professional development grants, fellows are eligible to receive the following support: Summer stipends of up to $3,600 per year ($1,200 per month in June, July and August); Teaching material grants of up to $1,200 per year for classroom initiatives; A one- time National Board Certification grant of $2,000; Leadership grants available every year. Eligibility: KSTF Teaching Fellows are chosen from among individuals who have earned or are in the process of earning a degree in a discipline related to STEM. Fellowships are intended for individuals who are committed to teaching STEM related subjects to high school students. KSTF is seeking individuals who have outstanding and current content knowledge; thus applicants should have a recent content degree (typically within the last 5 10 years). KSTF is also seeking candidates who have the capacity and determination to commit to teaching as their primary career; the fellowship is not intended for those who have previously established a career (typically more than 5-10 years) in another field. Application Due: November 1 Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 48

50 Marshall Scholarships Overview: Marshall Scholarships finance young Americans of high ability to study for a degree in the United Kingdom. Up to forty Scholars are selected each year to study at graduate level at an UK institution in any field of study. As future leaders, with a lasting understanding of British society, Marshall Scholars strengthen the enduring relationship between the British and American peoples, their governments and their institutions. Marshall Scholars are talented, independent and wide- ranging, and their time as Scholars enhances their intellectual and personal growth. Their direct engagement with Britain through its best academic programs contributes to their ultimate personal success. Benefits: University fees, cost of living expenses, annual book grant, thesis grant, research and daily travel grants, fares to and from the United States and, where applicable, a contribution towards the support of a dependent spouse. Eligibility: To be eligible for a Marshall Scholarship, candidates must: Be citizens of the United States of America (at the time they apply for a scholarship). (By the time they take up their scholarship) hold their first undergraduate degree from an accredited four- year college or university in the United States. Have obtained a grade point average of not less than 3.7 (or A- ) on their undergraduate degree. Not have studied for, or hold a degree or degree- equivalent qualification from a British University. Application Due: October Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Stephanie Madsen 49

51 The Mensa Foundation s College Scholarship Program Overview: The Foundation's college scholarship program bases its awards totally on essays written by the applicants. The essay should be no more than 550 words and describe the applicant s career, vocational, or academic goals. Consideration is not given to grades, academic program or financial need. It is not necessary that the applicant be a member of Mensa. In addition to a number of general college scholarships, The Foundation's international scholarship program is open to foreign Mensans or their dependents attending college in the United States. Benefits: Most scholarships range from $600- $1,000. Eligibility: The applicant must be enrolled in a degree program in an accredited U.S. institution of higher learning during the academic year following the application date. The applicant must submit an application and essay explaining his or her career, academic and/or vocational goals. Application Due: mid- January Website: we- do/scholarships/ Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 50

52 The NASA Cooperative Education Program Overview: The NASA Cooperative Education Program is open to doctoral, graduate and undergraduate students from the United States. As co- ops, students alternate semesters at school with semesters at NASA centers. Students work in paid positions directly related to their field of study. Benefits: Enhanced academic knowledge. A diverse, paid work experience. Applied classroom theory in a practical, real- world environment. A great opportunity for full- time employment after graduation. Eligibility: Be a U.S. citizen. Be available to work a minimum of three work terms at a NASA center prior to project completion. Be enrolled in their college/university cooperative education program. Have completed at least 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours of study. Be in good academic standing at their school. Meet the 2.9 minimum grade point average. Application Due: See website for more information. Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 51

53 National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowships Overview: The Department of Defense (DoD) awards these three- year graduate fellowships as a means of increasing the number of U.S. citizens and nationals trained in science and engineering disciplines of military importance. The DoD will offer these fellowships to individuals who have demonstrated the ability and special aptitude for advanced training in science and engineering. NDSEG Fellowships are awarded to applicants who will pursue a doctoral degree in, or closely related to, an area of DoD interest within one of the fifteen following disciplines: Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering; Biosciences; Chemical Engineering; Chemistry; Civil Engineering; Cognitive, Neural, and Behavioral Sciences; Computer and Computational Sciences; Electrical Engineering; Geosciences; Materials Science and Engineering; Mathematics; Mechanical Engineering; Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering; Oceanography; Physics Benefits: NDSEG Fellowships last for three years and pay for full tuition and all mandatory fees, a monthly stipend, and up to $1,000 a year in medical insurance (this excludes dental and vision insurance). Eligibility: The NDSEG Fellowship Program is open only to applicants who are citizens or nationals of the United States. Your field of study must fit under one of the fifteen abovementioned disciplines. As long as your area of interest is reasonably considered to be in one or more of these fields, you should be eligible to apply in terms of discipline. NDSEG Fellowships are intended for students at or near the beginning of their doctoral studies in science or engineering. To be eligible, applicants must either be enrolled in their final year of undergraduate studies, or have completed less than two full- time years of graduate study in the discipline in which they are applying. You must intend to pursue a doctoral degree in order to be eligible for NDSEG Fellowship support. If you are awarded, you must start your tenure in the fall of that year. Application Due: December Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 52

54 National FFA Scholarships Overview: More than 1,000 scholarships available only one application to complete! The National FFA Organization offers scholarships designed to fit the diversity of their applicants. Scholarships are sponsored by businesses and individuals through the National FFA Foundation and are given for a wide variety of experiences, career goals and higher education plans. The selection process takes into account the whole student - FFA involvement, work experience, Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE), community service, leadership skills and academics. FFA uses one online application for members and non- members. Applicants will be directed to the appropriate questions based on membership response. Benefits: Award amounts vary by scholarship. Eligibility: Eligibility Requirements vary by scholarship. Application Due: February Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 53

55 The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Overview: The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) helps ensure the vitality of the human resource base of science and engineering in the United States and reinforces its diversity. The program recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students in NSF- supported science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines who are pursuing research- based master's and doctoral degrees at accredited United States institution. NSF Fellows are anticipated to become knowledge experts who can contribute significantly to research, teaching, and innovations in science and engineering. These individuals are crucial to maintaining and advancing the nation's technological infrastructure and national security as well as contributing to the economic well- being of society at large. Benefits: Fellows benefit from a three- year annual stipend of $34,000 along with a $12,000 cost of education allowance for tuition and fees (paid to the institution), opportunities for international research and professional development, and the freedom to conduct their own research at any accredited U.S. institution of graduate education they choose. Eligibility: Be a US citizen, US national, or permanent resident. Intend to pursue a research- based Master's or Ph.D. program in an NSF- supported field by Fall of the award year. Be enrolled in an eligible program at an accredited United States graduate institution. Have completed no more than twelve months of full- time graduate study (or the equivalent) as of the application deadline. Meet all other eligibility requirements as set forth in the current Program Solicitation Application Due: Late October Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 54

56 The National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates Overview: NSF funds a large number of research opportunities for undergraduate students through its REU Sites program. An REU Site consists of a group of ten or so undergraduates who work in the research programs of the host institution. Each student is associated with a specific research project, where he/she works closely with the faculty and other researchers. An REU Site may be at either a US or foreign location. Students apply directly to REU Sites or to NSF- funded investigators who receive REU Supplements. To identify appropriate REU Sites, students should consult the directory of active REU Sites on the Web at Benefits: Students are granted stipends and, in many cases, assistance with housing and travel. Eligibility: Undergraduate students supported with NSF funds must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions. Application Due: Varies by REU Site. Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 55

57 The NIH Oxford- Cambridge Scholars Program Overview: The National Institutes of Health Oxford- Cambridge Scholars Program is an accelerated, individualized doctoral training program for outstanding science students committed to biomedical research careers. The program is based on the British system in which students perform doctoral research without required formal courses other than those students choose to take in relationship to their own interests. Students selected for admission to the program have already developed a sophisticated scientific background by having engaged in research as undergraduates. Benefits: Students undertake a collaborative Ph.D. project in any area of biomedical investigation with two research mentors- - one at the NIH intramural campus in Bethesda, MD and one at either Oxford or Cambridge Universities in the United Kingdom. In addition to full tuition coverage at Oxford or Cambridge, the Fellowship provides each accepted student a living stipend, health insurance coverage, and a travel allowance for the duration of Ph.D. training. Eligibility: While academic expectations, as measured by grades and test scores, are high- - research experience, outside activities and letters of recommendation contribute to a holistic evaluation of the candidate. Successful applications generally: Have had one or more substantial research experiences. Worked in a laboratory during college; two- three years of research experience is not unusual. Have co- authored manuscripts in scientific journals. Some have presented their work in the form of talks or posters at national meetings. Have outstanding letters of recommendation, particularly from research mentors. Have been honored by their universities or outside agencies for academic or research achievements. Application Due: December Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 56

58 Odenza Marketing Group Scholarships Overview: Each school year Odenza Marketing offers opportunities for students to win scholarships to help ease the financial burden of a post secondary education. In order to apply for the Odenza Marketing Group Fall Scholarship you must write two small essays (500 words or less). Essay prompts and selection criteria are available online. Benefits: The value of the scholarship is $500. Eligibility: To be considered eligible for the Odenza Marketing Scholarship you must: Be between the ages of 16 and 25 by the application deadline. Submit answers to the essay questions, which can be found on the application page, prior to the deadline. Have at least one full year of post secondary studies remaining at the time of the award. (Current High School Students are also eligible.) Have a GPA of 2.5 or greater. Be a citizen of the United States or Canada. Application Due: March (for Spring) OR Sept (for Fall) Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 57

59 Offers.com Savvy Saver Scholarship Overview: Offers.com knows how important it is for college students to keep a close eye on their spending. Students write about how they use the Internet to save money on their college expenses. The student with the best essay ( words) on the topic will receive a $2,500 scholarship. Benefits: The recipient will receive the award in the form of a check made co- payable to the winner and the university. Eligibility: US Citizen or Permanent Resident At least 18 years old Attending college at an accredited 2- year or 4- year college or university in the United States One entry per applicant Application Due: December Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 58

60 The Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans Overview: Paul and Daisy Soros, Hungarian immigrants and American philanthropists, established their fellowship program for New Americans in December 1997 with a charitable trust of fifty million dollars. Their reasons for doing so were several. They wished to "give back" to the country that had afforded them and their children such great opportunities and felt a fellowship program was an appropriate vehicle. They also felt that assisting young New Americans at critical points in their educations was an unmet need. Finally, they wished to call attention of all Americans to the extensive and diverse contributions of New Americans to the quality of life in this country. Benefits: Each fellowship supports up to two years of graduate study in any field and in any advanced degree- granting program in the United States. Each award is for up to $25,000 in maintenance grants and up to $20,000 in tuition and fees or 50% of required tuition and fees/year. Eligibility: To be eligible, you must be: A New American (a green card holder or naturalized citizen if born abroad; a child of naturalized citizens if born in this country). Not yet 31 years old, as of the application deadline. A college senior or holder of a bachelor s degree. Not beyond your second year if already enrolled in the graduate degree program for which you request support. Application Due: November Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 59

61 The Public Service Fellows Program Overview: The Public Service Fellows program at the Partnership for Public Service is an opportunity for undergraduate students, graduate students and recent graduates to participate directly in transforming the way government works while developing valuable professional skills. At the Partnership, fellows are integral to the day- to- day operations, programs and activities of our organization. Fellows are assigned substantive and meaningful work to support a wide variety of programs, events, and projects to help revitalize the federal government by focusing on the people working in it. Fellows duties vary across the Partnership s internal teams but often include event planning and execution, conducting research, writing and preparing correspondence, and conducting outreach to external partners, such as government agencies and colleges and universities. Benefits: Full time fellows with an undergraduate or graduate degree will receive a $1000 per month stipend. Full time fellows who are currently undergraduate students will receive an $800 per month stipend. Part time fellow stipends will be pro- rated accordingly. Eligibility: The Partnership seeks extraordinary undergraduate students, graduate students and recent graduates with: A commitment to public service. Strong written and oral communication. Analytical thinking. An ability to work well in teams. Application Due: October/February/July Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 60

62 The Rhodes Scholarships Overview: The Rhodes Scholarships are the oldest and most celebrated international fellowship awards in the world. Each year 32 young Americans are selected as Rhodes Scholars, through a decentralized process representing the 50 states and the District of Columbia. Rhodes Scholars are chosen not only for their outstanding scholarly achievements, but for their character, commitment to others and to the common good, and for their potential for leadership in whatever domains their careers may lead. The Rhodes Trust, a British charity established to honor the will and bequest of Cecil J. Rhodes, provides full financial support for Rhodes Scholars to pursue a degree or degrees at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom. The first American Rhodes Scholars entered Oxford in Benefits: Full financial support for Rhodes Scholars to pursue a degree or degrees at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom. Eligibility: At the time of application, an applicant must be: A citizen of the United States; pending citizenship does not qualify. At least 18 but not yet 24 years of age (i.e., the applicant must still be 23 on October 1 in the year of application). Sufficiently advanced academically to assure completion of a bachelor s degree before October 1 in the year following election. Endorsed by his or her college or university. The applicant must be eligible to apply through one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia: either in the state where he or she was legally resident on April 15 in the year of application, or where he or she will have received at least two years of college training and a bachelor s degree before October 1 in the year following election. Application Due: October Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Joshua Ambrose 61

63 The Saudi Arabia Exchange Fellowship Overview: The National Council on U.S.- Arab Relations (NCUSAR) sponsors the Saudi Arabia Exchange Fellowship for Model Arab League alumni. Ten American university students will be selected for this prestigious program, which lasts for approximately one calendar year. The Fellowship consists of a Pre- Departure Preparation period (Nov- Dec), Study Visit (Approx. Dec- Jan), and Fellowship Year (Jan- Dec) where participants engage in a variety of activities in order to share their new- found knowledge of Saudi Arabia with the American public, multiplying the educational impact of the program. Benefits: Participants travel to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for an immersive experience in the country s culture, society, and economics, as well as government priorities, concerns and needs as they pertain to Saudi- U.S. relations and the Kingdom s role in regional and world affairs. Within the Kingdom, the delegation will be accompanied by two NCUSAR escorts and various Saudi officials while being introduced to a broad range of government and business representatives, academics, policymakers, specialists, and student peers, as well as traditional and modern Saudi Arabian culture and life. After returning to the U.S., participants spend the following calendar year implementing a variety of programs, events, and outreach efforts in their home communities. These programs aim to share participants newfound knowledge of Saudi Arabia with the American public, multiplying the educational impact of the program. Eligibility: Applicants must have previously participated in the Model Arab League program and must be nominated by a faculty advisor in order to apply. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, holding a valid U.S. Passport, and be enrolled in an accredited college or university for the duration of the program. Eligible students must be nominated by a Model Arab League faculty adviser. Application Due: September Website: ncusar- student- program/saudi- arabia- exchange- fellowship/ Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 62

64 Schwarzman Scholars Program Overview: The 200 scholars chosen annually for this highly selective program will work towards a one- year Master s Degree at Tsinghua University in Beijing one of China s most prestigious universities. As individuals who want to have a positive impact on the world, the Stephen A. Schwarzman Scholars will be selected based on their academic credentials, extracurricular interests and leadership potential. During their stay, students will be given access to a privileged range of cultural and academic experiences, from travel to all corners of China to exchanges with global leaders and mentorship with experts in their chosen discipline. They will also spend their year immersed in the local economy and social life before classes begin, a summer orientation will provide opportunities to learn Chinese, explore Beijing and meet fellow students and faculty. All courses are taught in English. Courses of Study include Public Policy, Economics & Business, International Relations, and Engineering. Benefits: Participants will work towards a one- year Master s degree, receive housing, and have the ability to learn Chinese and participate in a host of cultural events. Eligibility: Applicants must have a Bachelor s degree by an accredited institution by the beginning of the grant period. Applicants must be at least 18 but not yet 28 years of age as of June 30, 2016 Application Due: October Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 63

65 SMART Scholarship for Service Program Overview: The Science, Mathematics And Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship for Service Program is an opportunity for students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines to receive a full scholarship and be gainfully employed upon degree completion. Students pursuing degrees related to the following are encouraged to apply: Mechanical Engineering; Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering; Nuclear Engineering; Oceanography; Operations Research (technical); Physics; Electrical Engineering; Geosciences; Industrial and Systems Engineering (technical); Information Sciences; Materials Science and Engineering; Mathematics; Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering; Biosciences; Chemical Engineering; Chemistry; Civil Engineering; Cognitive, Neural, and Behavioral Sciences; Computer and Computational Sciences Benefits: Participants in The SMART Scholarship for Service Program receive: Full tuition and education related fees (does not include items such as meal plans, housing, or parking); Stipend paid at a rate of $25,000 - $38,000 depending on degree pursuing (may be prorated depending on award length); Paid summer internships; Health Insurance allowance up to $1,200 per calendar year; Book allowance of $1,000 per academic year; Mentoring; Employment placement after graduation. Eligibility: Be U.S. citizen at time of application. Be 18 years of age or older by fall of the year awarded. Able to participate in summer internships at DoD laboratories. Willing to accept post- graduate employment with the DoD. Be a student in good standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in one of the abovementioned disciplines. Application Due: December Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 64

66 The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Programs Overview: The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Programs provide funding to participants as they are prepared academically and professionally to enter the United States Department of State Foreign Service. Women, members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, and students with financial need are encouraged to apply. The Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Programs seek to recruit talented students in academic programs relevant to international affairs, political and economic analysis, administration, management, and science policy. Fellows have a contractual obligation to work as a Foreign Service Officer with the Department of State for a minimum of five years following the completion of the fellowship program. Benefits: Fellows will receive financial support of up to $37,500 annually (Undergraduate Fellowship: senior year and first year of graduate school; Graduate Fellowship: first and second year of graduate school) for: Tuition costs; Room and board; Books; Mandatory Fees; One round trip ticket between Fellow's residence and his/her academic institutions. Eligibility: Applicants to the Undergraduate Fellowship must be in their junior year of undergraduate study (or equivalent). Applicants to the Graduate Fellowship must be seeking admission to graduate school beginning in the Fall of the year after applying. Winners are expected to enroll in a two- year, full- time master s degree program in an academic field relevant to the work of the Foreign Service. The Fellowship does not fund law or joint law degree programs. Only U.S. institutions based in the U.S. are eligible. Applicants must be available to fulfill the summer internship obligations. Applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Application Due: January Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 65

67 The Timothy J. Atkinson Memorial Scholarship Overview: The Arc Carroll County is accepting applications for the Timothy J. Atkinson Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship was established in honor of the former executive director of The Arc, who passed away in The $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a student who intends to enter a field that will assist or advocate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Applicants are required to complete the application form and provide a high school transcript, a letter of recommendation from a school administrator, teacher, or volunteer coordinator, an essay explaining why they would like to enter the field, and a description of any volunteer or community service work completed involving service to the developmentally disabled. Finalists may be asked for an interview. Benefits: A $1000 scholarship. Eligibility: To be eligible the student must be a Carroll County resident and must be a graduating high school senior accepted for admission or a current college student attending as a full- time student at an accredited college or university in pursuit of a related degree. Application Due: April 1 Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 66

68 The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship Overview: Udall Scholars are a diverse group of students who are united by their interest in our nation's heritage: natural resource protection, conservation, and Native American policy, health, and governance. Scholarships are offered in any of three categories: To students who have demonstrated commitment to careers related to the environment; or To Native American and Alaska Native students who have demonstrated commitment to careers related to tribal public policy; or To Native American and Alaska Native students who have demonstrated commitment to careers related to Native health care. Benefits: Up to $7,000 for tuition, room and board, or other educational expenses. Four- day Udall Scholars Orientation in Tucson, Arizona to meet with other Scholars, elected officials, environmental and tribal leaders. Access to a network of environmental, Native American health and tribal policy professionals through the Udall alumni listserv. Eligibility: To apply for a Udall Scholarship, students must be nominated by their college or university and must: Have a college grade- point average of at least a "B" or the equivalent. Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or U.S. permanent resident. Be a sophomore or junior- level student, enrolled full- time at a two- year or four- year accredited institution of higher education in the United States, pursuing a bachelor's or associate's degree Be committed to a career related to the environment, OR committed to a career in tribal public policy OR Native American health care. Only Native Americans and Alaska Natives are eligible to apply in tribal public policy or Native American health care. Application Due: March Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Dr. Mona Becker 67

69 UNCF Merck Undergraduate Science Research Scholarship Awards Overview: The UNCF Merck Science Initiative supports the training of world- class African American biological and chemical scientists and engineering toward achieving the complementary goals of national economic competitiveness and social diversity. In addition, the UNCF Merck Science Initiative may provide grants to the recipients home institution. Benefits: Each award provides up to $30,000, which includes up to $25,000 towards tuition, room and board, and billable fees. Each UNCF Merck Undergraduate Fellow will be paired with a mentor/s and will be eligible for an Internship at a Merck Facility or other research institution (applied for separately). The recipient s department may apply for a Department Grant of up to $10,000. The actual amount of this grant is continent upon funds remaining in the scholarship portion of the award after all tuition, room and board, and billable fees are paid. Eligibility: To be considered for a UNCF Merck Undergraduate Science Research Scholarship Award, you must be: African American (Black). Enrolled full- time in any four- year college or university in the United States. A junior who will be a B.S. or B.A. degree candidate in the award year. A life sciences, physical sciences, or engineering major. (Applicants majoring in the physical sciences must have completed two semesters of organic chemistry. First professional (Pharm.D., D.V.M., D.D.S., etc.) majors are ineligible. A student with a minimum GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale. Committed to and eligible for the summer internship at a Merck facility. A citizen or permanent resident of the United States.. Application Due: December Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 68

70 The Union Plus Scholarship Program Overview: Since 1992, the Union Plus Scholarship Program has awarded more than $3.5 million to students of working families who want to begin or continue their post- secondary education. Over 2,300 families have benefited from our commitment to higher education. The Union Plus Scholarship Program is offered through the Union Plus Education Foundation. This is a competitive scholarship. Applicants are evaluated according to academic ability, social awareness, financial need and appreciation of labor. The required essays can account for up to half your total score. Benefits: Amounts range from $500 to $4,000. Eligibility: A GPA of 3.0 or higher is recommended. Current and retired members of participating unions, their spouses and their dependent children (as defined by IRS regulations). At least one year of continuous union membership by the applicant, applicant's spouse or parent (if applicant is a dependent). Participating union members from the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands and Canada are eligible. But students must attend an U.S. accredited college. Union members do not have to purchase any Union Plus program product or participate in any Union Plus programs to apply for the scholarships and scholarship awards are not based upon participation in a Union Plus program. The applicant must be accepted into a U.S. accredited college or university, community college or technical or trade school at the time the award is issued. Undergraduate and graduate students are eligible. Application Due: January 31 Website: education- financing/union- plus- scholarship Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 69

71 The US- UK Fulbright Commission Summer Programs Overview: The US- UK Fulbright Commission offers special Summer Institutes for US citizens to come to the UK. These summer programs provide the opportunity for US undergraduates (aged over 18), with at least two years of undergraduate study left to complete, to come to the UK on a three, four, five or six week academic and cultural summer program. Participants in these programs will get the opportunity to experience an exciting academic program at a highly regarded UK University, explore the culture, heritage and history of the UK and develop their academic ability by improving presentation, research and communication skills. Benefits: The Summer Institutes will cover the majority of participant costs. This includes round- trip airfare from the US to the UK, tuition and fees at the host university/institution, accommodation and meals and in some cases a small daily allowance. Eligibility: This program is only open to candidates who are over 18 years of age at the start of the program and are currently freshmen or sophomores in college/university. All participants must be18 before the departure date for the programs. Fulbright Awards made in this category are offered to US citizens (regardless of where they currently reside, except the UK). Non- US citizens may not apply for this program. Application Due: February Website: awards/exchanges- to- the- uk/undergraduates Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 70

72 The Whitaker International Program Overview: The Whitaker International Program sends emerging leaders in U.S. biomedical engineering (or bioengineering) overseas to undertake a self- designed project that will enhance their careers within the field. The goal of the program is to assist the development of professional leaders who are not only superb scientists, but who also will advance the profession through an international outlook. Along with supporting grant projects in an academic setting, the Whitaker International Program encourages grantees to engage in policy work and propose projects in an industry setting. Benefits: Applicants apply to one of three programs: Whitaker International Fellows go abroad for one academic year (9-12 months) in order to conduct academic or scientific research in a university or laboratory, pursuing coursework at an academic institution, or intern at a policy institute, or in an industrial or non- profit setting. The Whitaker International Summer Program provides funding for U.S. bioengineers and biomedical engineers to continue their existing Master s or PhD work abroad of high- quality, individually- arranged, research OR internship in industry OR coursework relevant to their field under the supervision of a mentor. The Whitaker International Undergraduate Scholarship grantees can take BME coursework, intern, conduct research, or direct enroll at an international institution that offers outstanding academic training in biomedical engineering. Eligibility: Have U.S. citizenship or be a permanent legal resident of the U.S. Be in the field of biomedical engineering/bioengineering or a closely- related field (Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with substantive interest and background in Biomedicine). Be no more than 3 years from the receipt of your most recent degree or currently enrolled, at the time of your grant start date. Have language ability to carry out the proposed project in the host country at the time of departure. Application Due: Deadlines vary by program. Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 71

73 The Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowships Overview: The Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship seeks to attract talented, committed individuals with backgrounds in the STEM fields science, technology, engineering, and mathematics into teaching in high- need secondary schools in Indiana, Georgia and New Jersey. As part of their commitment to ensuring the success of students in high- need secondary schools, Fellows teach for at least three years in an urban or rural school district. Continuation as a teacher of record is contingent on the Fellow's completing the master's degree and obtaining appropriate teaching licensure. Benefits: Admission to a master's degree program at a partner university in IndianaGeorgia or New Jersey; Preparation for teacher certification in science, mathematics or technology education; Extensive preparation for teaching in a high- need urban or rural secondary school for one full year prior to becoming the teacher- of- record in a science or math classroom; A $30,000- $32,000 stipend, with tuition arrangements varying by campus. (Once Fellows are certified teachers at the end of the first year, they obtain salaried employment in high- need schools.) Eligibility: The Fellowship is open to college seniors, graduates, and career changers who: Demonstrate a commitment to the program and its goals; Have U.S. citizenship or permanent residency; Have attained, or expect to attain by June of the award year, a bachelor s degree from an accredited U.S. college or university; Have majored in and/or have a strong professional background in a STEM field; A cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale Application Due: October OR December OR January Website: teaching- fellowships/ Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 72

74 WyzAnt College Scholarships Overview: WyzAnt promotes quality education with their tutoring services, but they don t stop there. They want to see students make it through college too, and offer scholarships to help make that happen. In 300 words or less, students write an essay about how they will use their education to make an impact on others. Using and social media, students reach out to friends and family to get votes for their essay. Finalists will be determined by popular vote. Benefits: Based on the results of the second round judging process, first place will receive a $10,000 college scholarship, second place will receive a $3,000 college scholarship, and third place will receive a $2,000 scholarship. Each scholarship will be paid directly to the scholarship recipient's college or university. Eligibility: Anyone who plans to be enrolled in a college or university sometime in the next three years is encouraged to apply. This includes most high school sophomores through college juniors. Application Due: May 1 Website: Faculty/Staff Advisor: Advised through the Center for Experience and Opportunity 73

75 Opportunity Timeline: Application Deadlines Deadline Name of Scholarship/Fellowship u January u February u March u April u May u June July August u September u October 74 The Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program Boren Awards for International Study The Carnegie Endowment for Junior Fellows The Charles B. Rangel Graduate Fellowship The Donald M. Payne International Development Graduate Fellowship The Herbert Scoville, Jr. Peace Fellowship (Fall) The Humanity in Action Fellowship The Humane Studies Fellowship Program The Mensa Foundation's College Scholarship Program The Union Plus Scholarship Program The Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowships (final deadline) The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Programs The Capital Fellows Programs The Harry S. Truman Scholarship National FFA Scholarships The Charles B. Rangel Summer Enrichment Program The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program (Summer or Fall) Fund for Education Abroad Scholarships The HACU Internship Program (Summer) The James Madison Fellowship Marshall Scholarships (Summer/Fall) Odenza marketing Group Scholarships (Spring) The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship The US- UK Fulbright Commission Summer Programs The Timothy J. Atkinson Memorial Scholarship DutchCrafters Amish Furniture Heritage Scholarship WyzAnt College Scholarships The BBG Communications Scholarship The HACU Internship Program (Fall) Odenza marketing Group Scholarships (Fall) The Saudi Arabia Exchange Fellowship The Abell Award in Urban Policy The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program (Spring) Schwarzman Scholars The Fulbright U.S. Student Program