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- Student Academic Grants & Awards
- National Fellowships
2011-2012 Application Deadlines
National Fellowship Deadlines
Programs listed below with an * require applicants to be nominated by the Undergraduate Awards Committee
| Scholarship | Description | Campus Deadline | Final Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAMC MD-PhD Resources | Funding MD/PhD Dual Degree Training. | Varies, consult the website | |
| ADB - Japan | ADB-JSP provides full scholarships for one to two years. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| AFLSE | Full-tuition to American citizens (or permanent residents) for one year graduate study at the London School of Economics. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| AIGC | For Native American students. | Varies, consult the website | |
| Allen Lee Hughes | Individuals interested in artistic and technical production, arts administration and community engagement. Fellowship provides a modest stipend. | March 1, 2011 Summer May 1, 2011 Fall/Seasonal June 1, 2011 Spring | |
| All-USA | Recognition program for exceptional full-time undergraduates at four-year institutions in the USA and its territories. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Alpha Lambda Delta | For initiated members of Alpha Lambda Delta, funding to obtain professional or graduate degrees. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| American Council of Learned Societies | For study in humanities and related social sciences. | Varies, consult the website | |
| American Graduate Fellowship | For students pursuing doctoral degrees. | October 15, 2010 | |
| American Progress | December 1, 2010 Winter/Spring February 1, 2011 Summer July 11, 2011 Fall | ||
| American Scandinavian Foundation | Funding for students from Scandinavian countries to study in the US. | Varies, Check Website | |
| Anchor | Funds graduate school for Environmental Science majors and related fields with emphasis in aquatic/waterfront areas. | November 8, 2010 | |
| Annie's Homegrown | For graduate or undergraduate students in Environmental Science. | Check Website | |
| APAICS | Four fellowships. | Check Website | |
| API American Scholarship Fund | Various Scholarships. | Varies, consult the website | |
| Asian Cultural Council | For non-US students to study in the United States. | November 15, 2010 | |
| Asian Women in Business Foundation | Funding for female students from Asia. | August 1, 2010 | |
| Astraea | Funding for projects addressing LGBT issues/organizations. | Varies, consult the website | |
| Audria M. Edwards | Funding for LGBT students/ children of LGBT parents. | May 1, 2011 all materials must be received by this date. | |
| AWIS | For women enrolled in college courses. Various Scholarships. | Varies, consult the website | |
| Bayliss Radio | Funding for students majoring in Broadcast Communications. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Beattie | Funds graduate student research on rare or endangered US plants. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Benjamin Gilman International | Funding for undergraduate study abroad. | October 5, 2010 Online submissions October 8, 2010 Postmarked submissions October 12, 2010 Advisor deadline! | |
| Better Chance | Funding for Native American students. | Varies, consult the website | |
| Bibliographical Society of America | For bibliographical research and inquiry. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Bread and Roses | Funding for gay men from the five-county Philadelphia region. | January 15, 2011 | |
| Breakthrough Collaborative | Six-week program for college-aged teachers. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Brower Youth Awards | CHECK WEBSITE | ||
| Brown and Caldwell | For students pursuing degrees in Environmental Sciences. | January 31, 2010 Eckenfelder March 1, 2010 Minority | |
| BUNAC Blue Card | Opportunity to work as an intern in the UK. Requires additional Funding. | Year-Round | |
| Campus Ecology Program | Support and funds for grads and undergrads for sustainability projects. | Various Deadlines | |
| Canon Collins | For nationals from Southern African Countries to pursue postgraduate degrees in the UK or southern Africa. | Check Website | |
| Canon National Park | For Ph.D. students conducting research critical to conservation of national parks. | Not taking fellows at this time, check website for updates. | |
| CAPAL Scholarships and internships | For Asian Pacific Americans. | Varies, consult the website | |
| Capital City | For recent graduates from masters degree programs in public administration, public policy, urban planning and related fields. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Carnegie | Politics, International Relations | December 2, 2011 | January 15, 2012 |
| Carpe Diem | The Carpe Diem Foundation awards scholarships to students "who have demonstrated outstanding achievements, exceptional leadership ability and a serious commitment to community service." | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Cartland Shackford Medical | For women studying medicine. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Center for Urban Redevelopment | 2-year Fellowship projects in redevelopment. | Varies, consult the website | |
| CESRI | Support for US graduate students studying sciences and engineering. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Charnon | Funding for undergrads. | March 31, 2011 | |
| CHCI Fellowships | Funding for Latino students. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| CHCI Scholarships | Funding for Latino students. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| CHCI Scholarships | Funding for Latino students. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Chevening | Scholarship schemes, all fields, for study in the UK. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| City Year | Americorps program to build stronger democracy. | Any applications received after May 31 will be considered based on limited availability. November 30, 2010 Early Application February 15, 2011 Winter Application April 15, 2011 Spring Application May 31, 2011 Summer Application | |
| Clinton International. | Funding for study abroad. | October 15, 2010 Spring Semester February 15, 2011 Summer I Session April 15, 2011 Fall Semester | |
| COLAGE | People with one or more LGBTQ parent(s). | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Commonwealth | For pursuit of a postgraduate or doctoral degree at Commonwealth universities. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Community Action Grants | For women, public impact | Varies, consult the website | |
| Consortium for Graduate Study in Management | For African American, Hispanic American, and Native Americans pursuing a Masters in Business. | ||
| CORO | Nine-month leadership training program in public affairs. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Cosmos Club | To meet specific research needs not covered by other supporting funds. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| CPL New Leaders Internship | Internship for students passionate about justice. | "Check Website" | |
| DAAD | Funding to study in the Federal Republic of Germany. | Varies, consult the website | |
| Dam Scholarship | For grad students whose studies may help with dam-related issues. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Datatel | Funding for undergraduates | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Daughters of the Confederacy | For graduates and undergraduates who are descendants of eligible Confederates. | ||
| Davies-Jackson | Funding to study at Cambridge. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Davis-Putter | For students working for peace and justice. | April 1, 2011 | |
| DHHS Emerging Leaders Program | Two-year paid internship with DHHS. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| DOE Computational Science | Support for grad students pursuing work in mathematics, computer science, and science/engineering fields. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| DOE High-Performance Computer Sci | Support for graduate students pursuing Ph.D. in Computer Science with emphasis on high-performance computing. | Currently not taking applications, check website for updated information | |
| Drum Major Institute | Public Policy with progressive attitudes and values. | ||
| Earhart | Funding for women pursuing a Ph.D./Doctoral degree in aerospace-related sciences and aerospace-related engineering. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Echoing Green | Two-year fellowship for sustainable public service projects. | ||
| Effective Writing and Scholarship Program | For LGBTQA High School students preparing for college. | Check Website | |
| Elie Wiesel Prize | Essay contest for analysis of urgent ethical issues. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| El Pomar | Funds programs in leadership, community development, public, and nonprofit sectors. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Emerson National Hunger | Programs to understand and eliminate hunger. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Environmental Research and Education Foundation | For work in waste management. | Varies, Check Website | |
| EPA-STAR Graduate Fellowship | Supports master’s and doctoral candidates in environmental studies | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Equity Foundation | Several scholarships for LGBTQ students. | Varies, visit the website fore more information. | |
| Explorers | For pursuit of exploration and field sciences. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Film & Fiction | For students pursuing a full-time MFA interested in film-making and creative writing. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Ford Foundation | For students from minority or underrepresented groups. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Foundation for Sustainable Development (FDS) | Offers Volunteer and Intern abroad programs. Require additional Funding. | Varies, consult the website | |
| *Fulbright | Funds one year self-directed learning/research in over 150+ countries | September 20, 2011 | October 17, 2011 ONLINE, by midnight Pacific time |
| GAPA George Choy | Funding for LGBTQ Asian Pacific Islanders. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Garden Club | Various scholarships. | Varies, consult the website | |
| Gates-Cambridge | Funds research and studies addressing global problems. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Gates Millennium | Funding for minority students in college. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Generation of Change | Recruit, train, support social justice programs. | ||
| Gilder Lehrman | For undergrads in American History. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Global Health Corps | Fully-funded, year-long fellowships in Social Justice. | Varies, consult the website | |
| Gloria Barron | For Graduate students researching the wilderness, especially conservation. | March 31, 2010 via email, by 5pm Eastern | |
| Goldwater | For sciences, math, or engineering students | December 1, 2011 | January TBA (online) January TBA (supporting materials) |
| Governor's Fellowship (Indiana) | 12-month training experience in Indiana State government. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Governor's Fellowship (Virginia) | For students from Virginia or studying in Virginia. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Greater Seattle Business Association | Undergraduate funding for LGBTQ students and allies. | Check Website | |
| Green Corps | Graduates - paid Environmental leadership program | Varies, consult the website | |
| Greenlining Academy | Leadership program. | Varies, Check Website | |
| Greenshields | Funding for traditional artists (not digital) to further training or other assistance. | Accepted throughout the year | |
| Hellenic Times | For undergraduate and graduate students of Greek descent, between the ages of 17 and 25. | January 11, 2011 | |
| Herbert Memorial Scholarship | "To further interest and research in the water Resources of Colorado" ~Website | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Hertz | Funding toward Ph.D. degree in applied physical sciences. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| HORIZONS | For women studying for national security, defense careers or related fields. | June 1, 2011 | |
| Howard Hughes | Funding for medical, dental, and veterinary students | Varies, Check Website | |
| Humane Studies Fellowship | For undergrad, grad, law and professional students. | Check Website | |
| Humanity in Action | For students studying for understanding and working for human rights. | Varies, consult the website | |
| Huntington Public Service | Funding for gradating college senior to pursue public service worldwide. | January 18, 2011 All materials must be recieved by this date | |
| IAPA | For young journalists. | December 31, 2011 | |
| IGERT | For grad students pursuing a Ph.D. who are interested in interdisciplinary research in mathematics, sciences, and engineering. | Varies, Check Website | |
| Independent Institute | Internships for graduates, undergraduates, and recently graduated in marketing, development, publicity and publishing. | applications accepted year round | |
| Insight Collaborative | One-year fellowship to study conflict management. | January 11, 2011 | |
| International Dissertation Field Research | Graduate students in humanities and social sciences enrolled in doctoral programs in the USA. | Currently not accepting applications | |
| IPVS Summer Program | Six-week program in service projects. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| IREX IARO | November 17, 2010 | ||
| IREX MENA | Support for journalists in the Middle East and North Africa. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| ISA | Various scholarships for students in fields of automation and control. | May not be taking applications, please check back later | |
| ISI Fellowships | Various Fellowships. | Check Website | |
| J.W. Saxe | Funding for work in Public Service. | March 15, 2011 | |
| Japan/World Bank | Funding to study in a foreign country. | ||
| Japan-IMF Scholarship Program (JISP) | Funds training for Japanese nationals studying Economics. | January 31, 2011 Must apply directly to University | |
| JASSO | For students interested in studying or teaching in Japan. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Javits | Funding for the pursuit of a doctorate or masters in arts, humanities, and social sciences. | Program suspended for 2012; check back Sept. 2012 for updates | |
| Jeanette Rankin Foundation | Funding for low-income women ages 35+ for college education. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Jennings Randolph Peace Scholar | Supports doctoral dissertations on peace. | October 1, 2010 | |
| Jordan - Health | For minority students studying health policy issues and legislative procedure. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| KAPF Scholarships | Various Scholarships | Varies, consult the website | |
| Karman | Recognize and assist students with great scholastic achievements | Check Website | |
| *Kemper | Funding and internships for undergrads interested in administration/business | January 30, 2012 | |
| Kennedy Memorial Internships | Assist Advocacy Team. | Varies, Check Website | |
| Kennedy School of Government | For studies for a masters in MPA, MPP, and MPA/ID. | Varies, consult the website | |
| King Faisal | Funding for Muslim students in sciences. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Kinley Memorial Fellowship | Funds advanced study in fine arts. | December 3, 2009 all materials must be RECEIVED by this date | |
| Klausman Women in Business | For women of any nationality studying business. | Varies, Check Website | |
| Kosciuszko | For graduate programs in Poland. | January 5, 2011 | |
| L'Oreal USA | For women in sciences, provides postdoctoral fellowships for women in specific fields. | Check Website | |
| Live Out Loud | For High School LGBTQ students. | Check Website | |
| *Luce Scholars | October 3, 2011 | November 1, 2011 (Hard copy) | |
| Madison | Funds studies for teaching American Government, American History, Social Studies. | March 1, 2011 Must be submitted before 5:00 p.m., central time | |
| MALDEF Law | For Mexican-American students entering their second or third year of law school. | September 30, 2010 All materials must be recieved by this date | |
| Malyon Smith | Funds graduate study in psychology. | Check Website | |
| Markowski-Leach | Funding for specific colleges. | Check Website | |
| *Marshall | Funds two years of graduate study at any UK university | September 7, 2011 | October 3, 2011 (online) |
| Matthew Shepard Foundation | Various scholarships. | Varies, Check Website | |
| Mayo | For young scientists to build skills and test inclinations toward research. | February 1, 2011 | |
| MfA Newton | Master's level teacher training. | Varies, Check Website | |
| Microsoft | Scholarships for Undergraduate students studying computer science. | Check Website | |
| Mirzayan Science & Tech Policy - Grad | For students to understand interactions of science, government, and technology. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| *Mitchell Scholarship | Funds two years of graduate study at any Irish university | September 7, 2011 | October 4, 2011 |
| Muskie | Encourage economic and democratic growth in Eurasia. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Nat'l Gay and Lesbian Task Force | Internships. | Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. | |
| Nat'l Gay Pilot Assoc | Funding for pursuit of aviation careers. | Check Website | |
| Nat'l GEM Consortium | Funding for minorities studying engineering and science. | November 15, 2010 | |
| National Academies | Fellowships for researchers in Academic, Federal, Industrial and International workforces. | Varies, consult the website | |
| National Black Law Students Association | For law students of African-American descent. | Varies, Check Website | |
| National Hispanic Scholarship Fund | For Hispanic-American students. | Varies, Check Website | |
| National Physical Science Consortium | Sponsors doctoral fellowship programs in the physical sciences. | Check Website | |
| NCAA | Grad school funding for athletes - Spring Sports | Varies, Check Website | |
| Nelson Mandela | For students wanting to study in the UK. | Check Website | |
| NIH Undergrad | Funds students from disadvantaged backgrounds in biomedical or other health-related research. | Check Website | |
| NOAA Hollings Scholarship | Fund research in Oceanic and Atmospheric patterns. | January 29, 2011 | |
| NPR Kroc | For students interested in radio journalism. | Check Website | |
| #NSEP Graduate Fellowships | For students who want to emphasize international language. | December 5, 2011 | January 31, 2012 By 11:59 p.m. |
| #NSEP Scholarships | For students interested in international studies and language. | December 5, 2011 | February 9, 2012 |
| NSF, Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences | Funding for undergraduate, graduate, and post-doctoral work. | Varies, Check Website | |
| NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program | Funding for studies in science and engineering. | The deadline is expected to be in November 2010 | |
| NYC Urban Fellows | Nine-month program for young/aspiring public policy makers. | January 7, 2011 All materials must be recieved by this date by 5 PM | |
| Oak Ridge Institute | Internships and scholarships for students of all ages in various science-related fields. | Varies, Check Website | |
| OAS Academic | To assist in academic studies. | Check Website | |
| OAS Fellowships | Funding for graduate study. | Varies, Check Website | |
| Open Society Institute | Grants, Scholarships, Internships. | Varies, Check Website | |
| ORSAS | Funding for study abroad in the UK. | Check Website | |
| Partners in Health/Social Justice | Internship program focusing on issues in health/social justice. | The application for summer 2011 will be made available towards the end of December 2010 with an application deadline of mid-February 2011. | |
| Petrie | Funds master's study at Columbia Teachers College for K-12 teaching in NYC | Check Website | |
| PFLAG scholarship program | Funding for LGBT students entering college for the first time. | Check Website | |
| Pickering Foreign Affairs | For students interested in foreign service. | Check Website | |
| Point Foundation | Various scholarships and programs. | Check Website | |
| Pride | Funding for college, LGBTQ encouraged. | Check Website | |
| Pride Law Fund | Funds post-graduate study in law. | April 1, 2011 | |
| Project 1000 | Funding for students from minorities and other underrepresented groups. | Check Website | |
| Public Allies | Ten month program with local nonprofit organizations. | August 6, 2010 | |
| Regan-Fascell | Support activists, practitioners, scholars from new and aspiring democracies. | November 1, 2010 | |
| Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) | Funding for research for undergraduates. | August 25, 2010 Deadline for REU Site proposals except for those requiring access to Antarctica June 3, 2011 Deadline for REU Site proposals requiring access to Antarctica | |
| *Rhodes Scholarship | Funds two years of graduate study at Oxford University. | September 7, 2011 | October 5, 2011 (online) |
| Rogers Memorial | Funding for media programming focusing on child/adolescent learning and personal growth. | Check Website | |
| Ron Brown | Funding up to four years for High School seniors. | November 1, 2010 to be considered for Ron Brown and forwarded to select additional scholarships January 9, 2011 to be considered ONLY for Ron Brown. | |
| Roosevelt Summer Academy | Ten-week, Full-time summer internship. | Check Website | |
| Roothbert | Funding for undergraduates or graduates. | Varies, Check Website | |
| Rotary Ambassadorial | One year study abroad opportunity in any discipline in over 160 countries worldwide. | Check Website | |
| Rotary Peace | Funding for study at a Rotary Center for International Studies. | July 1, 2011 | |
| SACI - Florence | Study abroad in art/art history and Italian culture and language. | Varies, Check Website | |
| Scoville - Peace | Internship opportunity for college graduates to serve 6-9 months with a participating organization of their choice in Washington DC. | October 1, 2010 Spring 2011 Deadline January 14, 2011 Fall 2011 Deadline | |
| SDE/ GWIS | For female members of Sigma Delta Epsilon. | Check Website | |
| Seaspace | Funding students (mostly grad but undergrad as well) studying Marine-related fields. | Check Website | |
| SHEAR/Mellon | Check Website | ||
| Sildey Prelaw | Funding for prelaw students. | Check Website | |
| Skadden Fellowship Foundation | Funds graduating law students. | October 4, 2010 | |
| Smithsonian | Various fellowships and internships. | Check Website | |
| Society for Women Engineers | Funding for women pursuing baccalaureate or graduate degrees in engineering or computer science. | Check Website | |
| Soros Fellowships | Funds graduate study in any discipline or professional school, for students who have green cards, are naturalized citizens, or who have two parents who are naturalized citizens. | November 1, 2010 | |
| South Pacific and East Timor | Funds study in South Pacific and East Timor. | October 15, 2010 Northeast Asia Fellowship Program, Fall 2011 October 15, 2010 South Asia Fellowship Program, Fall 2011 October 15, 2010 Southeast Asia Fellowship Program, Fall 2011 | |
| Spencer Dissertation | Funding pursuit of doctoral degrees at a grad school in the United States. | October 27, 2010 Must submit electronically by 5pm Central Time. | |
| Student Academy Awards. | Awards and cash grants offered for student films. | April 1, 2011 | |
| Surfrider | Funds undergraduate or higher in marine-related fields. | Currently not taking applications, check website for updated information | |
| Swiss Benevolent Society Scholarships | January 31, 2011 Application must be received by this date | ||
| Talbots | For women returning to school at least 10 years after completion of high school | Check Website | |
| Teach For America | To teach in inner-city or rural schools. | Varies, Check Website | |
| Templeton Essay Contest | For college students and young college professors. | Check Website | |
| The Environmental Leadership Program | Two-year leadership development program. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| Tony Sparacino Memorial | Funds LGBTQ students in Philadelphia pursuing a degree in art. | Check Website | |
| *Truman | Graduate school funding for careers in service, policy | February 1, 2011 Schools may have an earlier deadline. | |
| U Chicago OMSA | Funding for Minorities and multicultural students. | Varies, Check Website | |
| Udall | Environmental studies, Native American tribal policy | Varies, Check Website | |
| UGRAD | Global program for study in the US. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| UNCF | Funding for African American students. | Varies, Check Website | |
| UNCF Merck | Funding for African-Americans interested in biomedical science education and research. | Varies, Check Website | |
| UNESCO Keizo Obuchi | For young researchers from developing countries majoring in a specific area. | May not be accepting fellows, check website for further information | |
| United Way Summer Associates Program | Check Website | ||
| USDA Scholarship | Funds students studying agriculture, food, natural resource sciences at one of eighteen universities. | May not be accepting fellows, check website for further information | |
| USDL Chao | Provides an opportunity to learn about the federal government. | Check Website | |
| Venture Scholars | Coordinates opportunities for underrepresented minorities in foundations and organizations, in the biological and agricultural sciences. | Varies, Check Website | |
| Villers | Year-long fellowship at the Office of Families USA in Washington, D.C. | Check Website | |
| Wake Forest University Corporate Fellows | Funds tuition and a $21,000 stipend for their program. | Varies, Check Website | |
| Wellstone - Social Justice | Year-long fellowship position in healthcare advocacy. | Check Website | |
| Whitaker | For emerging leaders in U.S. biomedical engineering or bioengineering. | January 24, 2011 | |
| White House Fellows | Year-long fellowship as special assistants to senior White House Staff. | Check Website | |
| WILPF | Eleven-month internships for young women. | April 1, 2010 For June 1 - August 30 November 15, 2010 For January 1 - March 30 | |
| Windstar | Funding for students in Environmental and Earth sciences. | Check Website | |
| Women's Policy Research | Building networking with people concerned with policy issues for women. | Varies, Check Website | |
| Woods Hole | Fellowships in science and engineering. | Various Deadlines | |
| Worldstudio | Undergraduate or graduate students pursuing degrees in the fine or commercial arts, design or architecture. | CHECK WEBSITE | |
| World Teach | Teach for one year in a different country. | Varies, Check Website | |
| WREI | Researching policies around and concerning women. | November 15, 2010 | |