Prestigious Scholarships
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Beinecke Memorial Scholarship Program
Carnegie Mellon may nominate one junior who is planning to attend graduate school in humanities, social sciences or Arts. Winners receive $2,000 upon entering graduate school and up to $30,000 while attending.
Campus Deadline: January 15, 2010
Foundation Deadline: February 26, 2010
Campus Representative: Ari Blackford
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Junior Fellowship Program
For graduating seniors and individuals who have graduated during the past academic year who have not yet begun graduate studies. Non-U.S. citizens attending universities in the United States are eligible. Positions are paid, full-time positions for one year beginning August 1. Fellows receive $2,750/month and a full benefits package.
Campus Deadline: December 1, 2009
Foundation Deadline: January 15, 2010
Campus Representative: Therese Tardio
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Winston Churchill Foundation Scholarships
For graduate work in engineering, mathematics and science at Churchill College, Cambridge University. Must be a U.S. citizen. Award covers all Cambridge University fees & tuition, plus a living allowance and travel expenses, with a total value between $48,000 and $50,000.
Campus Deadline: September 3, 2009
Foundation deadline: November 10, 2009
Campus Representative: Stephanie Wallach
Jack Kent Cooke Graduate Fellowship Program
Carnegie Mellon may nominate 2 students. Must be a senior or have graduated in the last five years. Non-U.S. citizens ARE eligible. Any discipline. May use this scholarship at an approved institution abroad or in the U.S. Winners receive a maximum of $50,000/year for a maximum of 6 years of study.
Campus Deadline: January 15, 2010
Foundation Deadline: March 14, 2009 (2010 TBA)
Campus Representative: William Alba
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Department of Defense Fellowship Programs: NDSEG - National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship Program
For study and research leading to doctoral degrees in engineering, math, and sciences. Award covers full tuition and fees, plus a stipend for 12-month tenures: 1st year- $30,500; 2nd year- $31,000; 3rd year- $31,500.
Students apply directly to the foundation, there is no campus representative.
Application Deadline: January 2010 (TBA)
Department of Homeland Security Undergraduate Scholarship Program
Undergraduate scholarships are for sophomores majoring in the physical sciences, mathematical sciences, computer and information sciences, life sciences, social sciences, psychology, or engineering with a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.30 or higher. Must be a U.S. citizen. Winners receive $1,000/month for 9 months during the academic year and $5,000 for the 10-week summer internship, for the duration of two years.
Students apply directly to the foundation, there is no campus representative.
Foundation Deadline: January 2010 (TBA)
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Department of Homeland Security Graduate Fellowship Program
Graduate fellowships are for students pursuing a doctoral or master’s degree with a thesis requirement in the physical sciences, mathematical sciences, computer and information sciences, life sciences, social sciences, psychology, or engineering. Graduating college seniors are eligible. Applicants must have a cumulative undergraduate GPA and cumulative graduate GPA (if enrolled) of 3.30 or higher. Must be a U.S. citizen. Fellows receive $2,300/month for 12 months and full tuition and all non refundable fees paid. Appointments are for up to 3 years. A 10-week, off campus internship at DHS or a DHS-affiliated facility is required during the summer between fellows’ first and second year appointments.
Students apply directly to the foundation, there is no campus representative.
Foundation Deadline: January 2010 (TBA)
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Fulbright US Student Program
Study, research or teach English in over 150 countries for seniors, graduate students and alumni (US citizenship required). The Fulbright program promotes mutual understanding among nations through educational and cultural exchange.
Campus Deadline: September 17, 2009
Foundation Deadline: October 19, 2009
Campus Representatives: Elisa Tragni Maloney
The Gates Cambridge Scholarships
Scholarships for graduate study for American students at the University of Cambridge. Award covers full cost of study at Cambridge plus airfare to and from the U.K.
Campus Deadline: September 3, 2009
Application Deadline: October 15, 2009
Campus Representatives:Stephanie Wallach
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Glamour's Top 10 College Women Competition
For female college juniors in all fields of study who exhibit academic excellence, leadership experience, and involvement in campus and community affairs. Non-U.S. citizens are eligible. Winners receive $3,000, recognition in a Glamour issue, and a trip to New York City.
Foundation Deadline: December 1, 2009
Campus Representative: Therese Tardio
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Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship
Sophomores and juniors who plan to be scientists, mathematicians, or engineers. Winners receive up to $7,500 annually to help cover tuition, fees, books, room & board.
Campus Deadline: December 1, 2009 (submit application & recommendations online, deliver hardcopy materials (essay & transcripts) to FSO-530F Warner Hall)
Foundation Deadline: January 29, 2010
Campus Representatives: Tony Rollett, FSO
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Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
Up to $5,000 to students in any field who have already been accepted to a study abroad program. $3000 Critical Need Language Supplements are available for students studying a critical need language for a total possible award of $8000. A list of eligible languages can be found on the Gilman website. Students must receive a Federal Pell Grant to be eligible. U.S. citizenship required.
Application Deadline-Spring: October 6, 2009
Application Deadline-Fall: April 2010
Campus Representative: Christine Menand
Fannie and John Hertz Foundation Scholarships
For seniors or current grad students pursuing a Ph.D. degree in applications of the physical sciences (also for grad students enrolled in a Ph.D. program). Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Award covers full tuition plus a $28,000/9-months stipend, renewable up to 5 years.
Students apply directly to the foundation, there is no campus representative.
Application Deadline: October 30, 2009
Humanity in Action
For sophomores, juniors, seniors, and recent graduates (May 2006 or later) in all fields of study interested in study in Denmark, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, or the United States. Non-U.S. citizens are eligible. HIA will cover travel and accommodations expenses related to the HIA educational program.
Foundation Deadline: February 11, 2010
Campus Representative: Therese Tardio
Jacob K. Javits Fellowship Program
Seniors, alumni, or first year graduate students in selected fields of study of the arts, humanities and social sciences. U.S citizens or nationals, permanent residents, or citizens of any of the freely Associated States. Winners receive tuition and stipend with a total value of up to $30,000 to work towards a PhD or Master's degree (if Master's is highest degree offered in the field).
Campus Deadline: September 3, 2009
Application Deadline: Early October, 2009 (TBA)
Campus Representative: Tim Haggerty
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The Dolores Zohrab Liebmann Fellowship
Seniors, alumni, or graduate students at any academic level studying the humanities, social sciences or natural sciences (including law, medicine, engineering, architecture or other formal professional training). Preference for PhD students. Must be a U.S. citizen. Winners receive tuition plus an $18,000 stipend.
Campus Deadline: November 16, 2009
Foundation Deadline: January 2010 (CMU forwards our
nominee; no direct submissions to the Foundation)
Campus Representative: FSO
Luce Scholars Program
Rare opportunity to live and work in Asia for a year. Designed to increase awareness of Asia among America's future leaders, the Luce Scholars Program offers a cultural experience (as opposed to professional training, or
education, per se) through internships based on applicants' interests, background, and qualifications. Examples include placements at the ateliers of several leading Japanese architects; English-language newspapers in Hong
Kong, Singapore, and Bangkok; a family planning center in Taiwan; and more.
Campus Deadline:Wednesady September 30, 2009
Foundation Deadline: First Monday in November 2009 (CMU forwards our
nominee; no direct submissions to the Foundation)
Campus Representative: Nancy Klancher
James Madison Fellowships
Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national, and a teacher or planning to be a teacher of American history, American government, or social studies at the secondary school level. Winners receive a maximum of $12,000/year for up to 2 years to help cover tuition, fees, etc.
Students apply directly to the foundation, there is no campus representative.
Application Deadline: March 1, 2010
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Marshall Scholarships
Seniors and graduates who are U.S. citizens to study in the U.K. Award covers university fees, tuition, books, a thesis grant, research & daily travel, plus fares to & from the U.S.
Campus Deadline: September 3, 2009
Application Deadline: October 1, 2009
Campus Representatives: Stephanie Wallach
The George J. Mitchell Scholarships
Seniors, alumni, and graduate students no older than 30 to study in Ireland or Northern Ireland. Award covers tuition, housing, a $12,000 living expenses stipend, and international travel.
No campus deadline, but the Mitchell Scholarship Committee expects applicants to work with the university advisors for support and advice in preparing the application.
Campus Deadline: September 3, 2009
Foundation Deadline: October 5, 2009
Campus Representative: FSO
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National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships Program
For seniors and graduate students, the Graduate Research Fellowship provides three years of support for graduate study leading to research-based master’s or doctoral degrees and is intended for students who are in the early stages of their graduate study. The Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) invests in graduate education for a cadre of diverse individuals who demonstrate their potential to successfully complete graduate degree programs in disciplines relevant to the mission of the National Science Foundation.
Students apply directly to the foundation, there is no campus representative.
Multiple Deadlines by Discipline: early November (see link)
National Security Education Program David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships
Undergraduates who are U.S. citizens and are interested in study abroad in areas other than Western Europe, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Winners receive a maximum of $20,000/academic year.
Campus Deadline: January 19, 2010
(to participate in the competition, candidates MUST submit complete applications on the campus deadline)
Foundation Deadline: February 10, 2010
Campus Representative: Therese Tardio
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National Security Education Program David L. Boren Graduate Fellowships
Seniors and graduate students who are U.S. citizens who are interested in study abroad in areas other than Western Europe, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Winners receive a maximum of $30,000 for domestic and overseas study.
Foundation Deadline: January 28, 2010
Campus Representative: Martin Black
Rhodes Scholarship Program
Seniors and graduate students who are U.S. citizens to study at Oxford. Award covers all educational costs, tuition, fees, and travel.
Campus Deadline: September 2009 (check w/ FSO)
Foundation Deadline: October 5, 2009
Campus Representatives: Stephanie Wallach (FSO)
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Rotary
3-month, 6-month, 1-year, & 2-year scholarships abroad to promote international understanding.Undergraduate and graduate students (must have completed at least two years of university coursework or equivalent professional experience prior to beginning scholarship studies).
Foundation Deadline: varies by club and district
Campus Representative: Therese Tardio
Click Here (PDF file) for an informational handout on Rotary Foundation Scholarships (provided by the Pittsburgh Rotary District).
Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Defense Education Program
The SMART Defense Education Program is a scholarship/fellowship for service program in which academically excellent students pursuing degrees in disciplines of particular interest to the Department of Defense receive funding for full tuition, related educational fees, and living expenses and are then placed in civilian laboratory positions upon graduation.
Foundation Deadline: December 15, 2009
Campus Representative: FSO
The Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
For graduate study in the United States. Any field. Seniors and students already pursuing graduate study (if not past second year) are eligible (a "new American" has applied for naturalization, has been naturalized as a U.S. citizen, or is the child of two parents who are both naturalized citizens). Award covers 1/2 university tuition plus a $20,000/year grant.
Foundation Deadline: November 1, 2009
Campus Representative: FSO
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Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation
Must be a junior interested in a career in the public sector. Funding is for graduate or professional schools in the United States or foreign countries. Winners receive up to $30,000 for 2-3 years of graduate study.
Campus Deadline: October 1, 2009
Foundation Deadline: February 2, 2010
Campus Representatives: Stephanie Wallach (8x5702)
Morris K. Udall Scholarship
Sophomores and juniors are eligible (including those in the 4th year of a 5th year track) from a variety of fields who have demonstrated a commitment to environmental or natural resource issues through a combination of coursework, research, internships, jobs, or extracurricular activities. Native American or Alaskan native students are also eligible for fields related to tribal health care or tribal policy. Winners receive up to $5,000 for tuition, room and board, or other educational expenses.
Campus Deadline: February 1, 2010
Foundation Deadline: March 2, 2010
Campus Representatives: Cliff Davidson (8x2951), Peter Madsen (8x5703), FSO
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