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November 29, 2021

The Illinois Database of Grants and Fellowships for Graduate Students

This short video shows how to use the Illinois Fellowship Finder to get results that best fit your funding needs. Sunday Funding Search Tools: Illinois Fellowship Finder Illinois Fellowship Finder Graduate Funding Search Guide


November 19, 2021

UWRA Scholarship in Aging Application – apply by 2/2

UW students are invited to apply for the 2021-2022 cycle of UWRA Scholarships and Fellowships in Aging. These awards are available to students in any field who are pursuing research or preparing for careers related to aging. More information can be found here: http://www.washington.edu/uwra/about/scholarships-fellowships-in-aging/ -Applications for the UWRA Scholarship in Aging must be submitted by February…


September 30, 2021

Removing barriers to scholarships & fellowships: virtual student sessions and panels starting next week!

Removing barriers to scholarships & fellowships A series of virtual panels and sessions for students to improve access to funding Fellowships and scholarships are part of our education system that often reflects and supports inequity. Many scholarship programs are attempting to address inequities, yet layers of institutional racism, classism and implicit bias persist and prevent…


Opening the Door to Letters of Recommendation: Advice from Students – 11/17, 5:00 p.m.

Who do I ask for letters of recommendation? How do I ask them? A panel of students who have successfully worked with many recommenders share their perspectives on how to approach building your team of supporters and how you can support your recommenders in writing strongly for you. Register to attend online


Meet the Selection Committee – 11/2, 4:30 p.m.

A panel of faculty and staff who frequently serve on selection committees for various UW and national scholarships or fellowships will share their insights. Join us to learn how selection committee members approach the process, what they’re hoping to learn from application materials, and more. Register to attend online


How to Apply for Fellowships: A Graduate Student Panel – 10/27, 5:00 p.m.

How do you find the time to apply for funding while also juggling life responsibilities? How do you make your application competitive? How many drafts of the essay(s) should you write? Hear from graduate students who successfully applied for funding. Register to attend online 


Ford Foundation Ph.D. and Postdoctoral Fellowships: Information Session and Fellow Panel – 10/19, 5:30 p.m.

The Ford Foundation seeks to increase the diversity of the nation’s university faculties by awarding predoctoral, dissertation, and postdoctoral fellowships. This session will cover strategies for successful applications and include a panel discussion with current and former Ford fellows offering insights and advice for applicants.  Register to attend online 


Graduate Fellowships Promoting Equity & Inclusion – 10/13, 5:00 p.m.

Get ready for the opening of application cycles for fellowships that support graduate study (and also some undergraduate study) and promote equity in academia and various professional fields. Register to attend online


How to Find Funding for Graduate Study – 10/6, 5:00 p.m.

Presented by the Graduate Funding Information Service and the Graduate School Office of Fellowships & Awards, this session will answer questions such as: How should I fund my Master’s/Ph.D. study and research? Where should I look for funding? When should I apply? Register to attend online


September 17, 2021

Undergraduates: MGE Scholarships Now Open! – apply by 10/25

Autumn quarter scholarship applications are now open! The Mary Gates Endowment for Students scholarships are open to all UW undergraduate students, including all majors, and residency statuses (international students, and undocumented students are eligible to apply). Please visit our website for more information: https://expd.uw.edu/mge/ Benefits  Mary Gates scholarships provide $5,000 ($2,500 per quarter for two…



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