The Fellowships

The best applications are begun at least three months before the campu deadline. Contact Dr. Robert Strong – (rstrong@bates.edu) for specific details.

Beinecke Brothers Memorial Scholarship - Program seeks to encourage and enable highly motivated students from selected institutions to pursue opportunities available to them and to be courageous in the selection of a graduate course of study in the arts, humanities or social sciences anywhere. Scholars are encouraged to begin graduate study as soon as possible following graduation from college, and must utilize all of the funding within five years of completion of undergraduate studies. (US citizens or US nationals).20 awards of $34,000 each.
Apply: Here. Application open to: Juniors

Churchill Scholarships - Offers American students aged 19 to 26 of exceptional ability and achievement the opportunity to pursue one year of graduate study in engineering, mathematics, or the sciences at Churchill College Cambridge University. Science majors planning on a research career will find that a year of work in the United Kingdom gives them an enriching international perspective. (U.S. citizens.) 12 awards; tuition and fees ($25,000), stipend £9000-10,000 ($14,000 to $16,000), and travel $1000.
Apply: Here. Campus deadline: October 8. Application open to: seniors.

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Graduate Arts Award- Offers up to $50,000 per year for up to three years to college seniors and recent graduates with significant financial need who will pursue a graduate or professional degree in the visual arts, performing arts, or creative writing.
Apply: Here. Application open to: seniors

Ford Foundation (Predoctoral) Fellowship- Through its program of Diversity Fellowships, the Foundation seeks to increase the diversity of the nation’s college and university faculties by increasing their ethnic and racial diversity, to maximize the educational benefits of diversity, and to increase the number of professors who can and will use diversity as a resource for enriching the education of all students. The awards will be made to individuals who 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. 60 awards: $20,000 stipend plus $2000 tuition and fees per year for 3 years.
Apply: Here. Application open to: seniors.

Fulbright Fellowship - Funds research/study/English teaching abroad for one year. Applicant’s specialization may be in any field suitable for country of application. Tenure possible in 140 countries, although all programs are not available everywhere. Language preparation and feasibility a must for full research grants. Applicant must obtain affiliation document from institution or individual in country of application, except in the case of English Teaching Assistantships (Fulbright will place ETA’s). For US citizens personally suited to be cultural ambassadors; Bachelors degree received before grant begins. 1200 U. S. Student awards: transportation, tuition, and living stipend provided according to country.
Apply: Here. Application open to: seniors.

Fulbright mtvU Fellowship - Up to four (4) awards will be available to pursue projects around an aspect of international contemporary or popular music as a cultural force for expression. Preference will be given to creative projects that are conveyed in a dynamic fashion and are accompanied by a feasible plan. In addition to presenting unique projects on music as a global force for mutual understanding (regular Fulbright application), applicants must submit a Documentation and Outreach Plan (describing how they intend to share their activities with their peers during their Fulbright year abroad through mtvU print, broadcast and/or online mediums. Transportation plus stipend and expenses varying with locale and project.
Apply: Here. Application open to: seniors.

Gates-Cambridge Fellowships - Provide expenses and stipends for graduate degrees in any field at Cambridge University, UK. The same form now serves as the fellowship and graduate program application. Applicants may be of any non-UK nationality and under the age of 30, with a 3.5 or higher GPA. Candidates must show evidence of high potential in chosen field and commitment to positive change in world. Approx. 250 awards internationally: fees + airfare + maintenance allowance of £12,250 for 12 months.
Apply: Here. Application open to: seniors.

Junior Year Abroad Fellowships- Junior year is a crucial time for your fellowships preparation for two reasons: first, fellowships awarded during your undergraduate years greatly enhance your graduate fellowship applications, and, second, you need to begin thinking about and working on the applications that are due senior year during your junior year. A good way to accomplish both of these items is to apply for the many fellowships that help fund your junior year abroad. The Fulbright committee, for example, is impressed by Boren and Gilman fellows. Contact the Off-campus Study office – Grant Opportunities

Fanny and John Hertz Fellowship - A top applied physical sciences/engineering fellowship for US citizens and permanent residents of the US. Students of applied physical, biological and engineering sciences are eligible. Graduating Seniors wishing to pursue a Ph.D. are eligible to apply. Based entirely on merit, not need, the Hertz consists of a cost-of-education allowance and a personal-support stipend of $31,000/9 mos. for up to 5 years (other options available as well to winners).15 to 20 awards annually.
Apply: Here. Application open to: seniors.

Jacob Javits Fellowships - Provides financial assistance to students of superior ability, as demonstrated by their achievements and exceptional promise, for study at the doctoral or Master of Fine Arts (MFA) levels in selected fields of the arts, humanities, and social sciences. Students must also demonstrate (moderate, not extreme) financial need by filing the (FAFSA) Free Application for Federal Student Aid (US citizens or permanent residents.) 40-60 new awards annually, $13,000+institutional fees and $30,000 stipend.
Apply: Here. Application open to: seniors.

Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship - Undergraduate expenses up to $7500 per year for 1-2 years for students planning research careers in mathematics, the natural sciences or engineering. Applicant must be active in field of study. Research experience is valuable. (US citizen, resident alien or US national.) Bates can nominate up to four candidates. Approximately 300 awards annually.
Apply: Here. Application open to: sophomores & juniors.

James Madison Memorial Fellowship - Tuition, fees and living expenses for potential and actual high school teachers who wish to pursue an American graduate degree in US history, political science, social science or government. Master of Arts in Teaching candidates should plan to concentrate their study on the U. S. Constitution. Applicant must have a future in high school teaching and be committed to civic responsibility and professional activities. (US citizens or US nationals.) At least one winner from each state. More applicants from Maine needed!
Apply: Here. Application open to: seniors.

Marshall Scholarships - Fund study at any university in the UK for 1-3 years, in any field. (Only US citizens are eligible.) Awards are tenable within two years of BA/BS graduation. Ideal candidates are intellectual leaders and have shown strong potential in their field. Graduate goals must be consistent with preparation. Minimum 3.7 GPA and good rationale for study in the U. K. are necessary. 40 awards annually: 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.
Apply: Here. Application open to: seniors.

Mitchell Scholarships - Fund graduate study in Ireland or Northern Ireland for one year for US citizens. Requirements include intellectual distinction, active involvement, leadership, and record of serving others. Full-time students must seek an institutional nomination to compete, and all applicants must have a good rationale for study at chosen university. The Mitchell seeks applicants in all graduate programs of study at Irish institutions, not just in Irish Studies. 12 Mitchell Scholars between the ages of 18 and 30 are chosen annually for one year of postgraduate study. Tuition, housing, living expenses, and travel to and from place of study.
Apply: Here. Application open to: all students.

National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship - Through this program the National Science Foundation (NSF) seeks to ensure the vitality of the human resource base of science, mathematics, engineering and the social sciences in the United States and to reinforce its diversity. The NSF-GRF provides tuition and $30,000 stipend yearly, funding three years of graduate work leading to a career related to research, teaching, and/or industrial applications. Eligible to apply are college Seniors, First-year graduate students, and others who have completed a limited amount of graduate study in science, mathematics, or engineering. Women who intend to pursue graduate degrees in engineering or in computer and information science and engineering and who meet the eligibility requirements above can apply for the additional WENG or WICS awards. (US citizens, US nationals, permanent resident aliens.) 1000 NSF-GRF’s are awarded annually.
Apply: Here. Application open to: seniors.

Rhodes Scholarships - Support 2-3 years of study in any field at Oxford for students who will work for the good of the world in the field of their choice, and have demonstrated potential in service and leadership. Intellectual distinction (i.e. applicants would be accepted in top graduate program in their fields at any U. S. institution) is a prerequisite. Applicants must be under the age of 25 when the award begins. GPA 3.75 or higher typically, US citizen or citizen from other eligible country. “The Rhodes Scholarships are investments in individuals rather than in project proposals.” 32 U. S. Rhodes awards, distributed among 50 states.
Apply: Here. Application open to: seniors.

Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans - For US citizen, immigrants or US citizen-children of immigrant parents. Geared towards individuals who retain loyalty to their country of origin, but who regard the United States as their principal residence and focus of national identity. Candidate must demonstrate the relevance of graduate education to their long-term career goals and potential in enhancing their contributions to society. Applicant must be a graduating Senior, a graduate, or presently enrolled in first or second year of a graduate program. The application may be in any profession, scholarly, or artistic field. 30 scholarships provide maintenance allowance of $20,000 and ½ tuition of a US graduate program (up to $16,000) for up to two years.
Apply: Here. Application open to: seniors.

Harry S. Truman Scholarships - Provide 60-65 awards of $30,000 annually towards graduate/professional school in public service fields. Looking for students who will prepare for careers in government or other public service, including teaching. Candidates apply as Juniors—i.e. with one or two full semesters remaining at Bates after the semester in which the national application is submitted. Applicants should be committed to careers in public service (widely defined), and three years of latter are required after completion of graduate degree. US citizens or US nationals in upper third of class, with strong record of leadership and service.
Apply: Here. Application open to: juniors.

Morris K. Udall Undergraduate Scholarships - 80 awards annually provide undergrad expenses up to $5000 for one year. Applicants will have career plans related to environmental issues OR be Native American/Native Alaskan students with career plans in healthcare or tribal public policy, and demonstrate commitment and promise related to those plans. Bates can nominate up to six students per year.
Apply: Here. Campus deadline: January 19.

Thomas J. Watson Fellowship - Provides up to $25,000 to support graduating Seniors nominated by their college or university for independent study abroad in several foreign countries on a topic of special interest to the individual. The travel experience is envisioned as a break in which fellows may explore a particular interest, view their lives and American society in greater perspective and develop a more enlightened sense of international concern. It is not intended for fellows to engage in extended formal study at a foreign university. Bates may nominate 4 applicants each year a larger on-campus pool.

You can download a PDF of the 2012 Watson Instructions or visit the Watson Fellowships’ page. Campus deadline: September 29. Application open to: seniors.