What is a fellowship?
A fellowship is a short-term, funded, merit-based opportunity to do something exceptional.
What is the difference between a fellowship and a scholarship?
Scholarships provide funding to students for university tuition and other study-related expenses and can be either need-based or merit-based. Fellowships are strictly merit-based and provide funding for a unique work placement, professional training, independent projects, research, or graduate and doctoral study. Fellowships are offered in virtually all disciplines, at all career levels.
Why should I apply for a fellowship?
Fellowships are competitive and provide an opportunity to do or create something with the financial support, resources and freedom that a typical job cannot offer. Fellowships enhance your resume and provide networking opportunities with leaders in your career field. A fellowship might be your best opportunity to travel abroad, be your own boss, attend graduate school or publish a piece of work.
How do I apply for fellowships?
Applying for a fellowship is similar to applying for graduate school. A fellowship application typically requires several components, including question responses, a personal essay, resume, transcripts and two or more recommendation letters. Many fellowships also require a project proposal, and some fellowships require you to secure a host institution during the application process. Fellowship finalists typically participate in an in-person interview with a selection committee.
Fellowship deadlines are typically 6 to 12 months in advance of the the fellowship’s start date.
How can I find fellowships?
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How can I win a competitive fellowship?
Start with our Step-by-Step Guide For a Competitive Fellowship Application, read tips from fellowship winners and join our mailing list to receive our content and calls for applications.