Jacob Javits Fellowship Program

Subject to the availability of funds, a fellow receives the Javits Fellowship annually for up to the lesser of 48 months or the completion of their degree. The fellowship consists of an institutional payment (accepted by the institution of higher education in lieu of all tuition and fees for the fellow) and a stipend (based on the fellow's financial need as determined by the measurements of the Federal Student Assistance Processing System. In fiscal year 2004, the institutional payment is $11,511 and the maximum stipend is $30,000.

• Eligibility: Graduating Seniors, Graduate Students. Demonstrated achievement and exceptional promise of success in proposed field of study.
• Faculty Representative: William Pritchard, Department of English
• Deadline:
• Website: http://www.ed.gov/programs/iegpsjavits/index.html
• Contact: Carmen Gordon and Lakisha Reid
  U.S. Department of Education, OPE
  Teacher and Student Development Programs Service
  Jacob K. Javits Fellowships Program
  1990 K Street NW 6th Floor
  Washington, DC 20006-8524
  (202) 502-7542
  ope_javits_program@ed.gov

Galbraith Public Policy Fellowship Program

The Galbraith Fellowship program is designed for recent college graduates and graduate students who exhibit special interest in developing careers in public policy or economics. Fellowships are provided for full-time work of four, six, eight, or twelve month periods under the sponsorship of the Americans for Democratic Action Education Fund. Fellows are awarded a $1,000 monthly stipend. Complete applications must be received no later than one month before the start of each Fellowship.

• Deadline: Six weeks before February, June or September, depending on desired starting month.
• Website: http://www.hks.harvard.edu/inequality/Summer/Galbraith.htm
• Contact: ADA Education Fund Secretary, Amy Isaacs, at (202) 785-5980 oradaction@ix.netcom.com.

Fusion Energy Sciences Fellowship Program

The Fusion Energy Sciences Fellowship Program is sponsored by the US Department of Energy's Office of Fusion Energy Sciences and administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education in order to support full-time study and research in the field of fusion energy sciences.

Fellowships last for one year, beginning September 1 and ending August 31, during which time the program fully funds tuition and fees. Fellows receive a $1,650 monthly stipend. Additionally, fellows are required to serve in a three month practicum. Fellowships must be renewed each year and are limited to a maximum of 3 years. Fellows are encouraged to seek employment with the Department of Energy or its contractors. Similar postdoctoral research programs are also available.

• Eligibility: Applicants must either be applying to or attending graduate school. At the time that the fellowship begins, they must not have progressed beyond the end of their 2nd year of graduate school. Applicants must have undergraduate degrees in engineering, physical science, mathematics, or related disciplines(see full list of appropriate majors).
• Deadline: January 31
• Website: http://www.orau.gov/fusion/Fellowship/ fellowship_intro.htm
• Contact: Debbie Alcorn at (865) 576-3428 or debbie.alcorn@orau.org. Make sure to identify the program name when requesting information.

Fulbright Fellowship

The US Congress created the Fulbright Program to foster mutual understanding among nations through educational and cultural exchanges. Recipients apply for specific programs, which may include university course work, independent research, or other special projects.

• Eligibility: Seniors and recent graduate are invited to apply. In some countries, applicants must have sufficient proficiency in the written and spoken language of the host country to communicate with the people and to carry out the proposed study.
• Selection Process: Students must submit applications first to the L&C faculty representative. Applicants put forward by the College pass through the National Screening Committee to the supervising agencies abroad. Final selections are made by the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board.
• Deadline: The on-campus deadline is mid-October, with applications transmitted to Fulbright approximately ten days later.
• Faculty Representative: Deborah Heath, Department of Sociology and Anthropology
• Website: www.iie.org/fulbright

EPA Greater Research Opportunities Fellowships

The US Environmental Protection Agency sponsors the Greater Research Opportunities Fellowships for Undergraduate Environmental Study in order to increase interest, research, and trained personnel in the fields of environmental science, engineering, and policy.

Approximately 20 two-year fellowships will be awarded in 2009 to take place between fellows' junior and senior years. Fellows will receive up to $46,500: $19,250 per year to support their education(including tuition, expenses, and a monthly stipend) and $8,000 through a 3-month summer internship. Actual figures will vary year by year.

Recipients of this fellowship may not receive other federal fellowships.

• Eligibility: Applicants must be undergraduate students entering their last two years of college while studying a field related to the environment. Applicants must have an overall B average or better(see full list of eligibility requirements).
• Deadline: Pre-applications must be received by 4:00 pm EST on December 11, 2008.
• Website: http://es.epa.gov/ ncer/rfa/2009/2009_gro_undergrad. html
• Contact: Georgette Boddie: boddie.georgette@epa.gov or (202)343-9741

Emerson National Hunger Fellowship

The Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship, a project of the Congressional Hunger Center, is a unique leadership development opportunity for motivated individuals seeking to make a difference in the struggle to eliminate hunger and poverty. Each year about twenty participants are selected for this twelve-month program. Fellows are placed for six months with urban and rural community-based organizations all over the country involved in fighting hunger at the local level, such as food banks, community kitchens, and local advocacy agencies. They then move to Washington, DC to complete the year with six months of work at national organizations involved in the anti-hunger and poverty movement, including national advocacy organizations, think tanks, and federal agencies. Through this unique program, the Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellows Program develops hunger-fighting leaders with a deep understanding of hunger and poverty at both the local and national level that enables them to find innovative solutions and create the political will to end hunger.

• Eligibility: Requirements: Commitment to social justice and demonstrated leadership qualities and skills, Bachelor’s degree, U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, Flexibility and ability to adjust to new situations, Creativity and initiative in problem solving, Willingness to learn from experts in the field, and commitment to the search for new models in anti-hunger and anti-poverty work. Apply here.
• Deadline: January 22, 2009
• Website: http://www.hungercenter.org/national/national.htm
• Contact:
  Emerson Selection Committee
  Congressional Hunger Center
  Hall of the States Building
  400 North Capitol Street NW Suite G100
  Washington, DC 20001

Emerging Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program

The Emerging Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program is intended to train scientists for careers in public health while supporting infectious disease research. Two different kinds of fellowships are offered: Advanced Laboratory Training Fellowships and Postdoctoral Laboratory Research Fellowships.

The Advanced Laboratory Training Fellowship is a one year program intended for bachelor's or master's level scientists. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of methods and technology.

The Postdoctoral Laboratory Research Fellowship is a two year program intended for doctoral level scientists. Emphasis is placed on research and professional development in the field of infectious disease.

• Eligibility: Candidates for the Advanced Laboratory Training Fellowship must have received a bachelor's or master's level degree in biology, microbiology, biochemistry, virology, related scientific disciplines, or an accredited medical technologist program. Candidates for the Postdoctoral Laboratory Research Fellowship must have received a Ph.D, MD, DVM, or have completed all requirements for such a degree before entering the program. For either fellowship, applicants must be US citizens.
• Deadline: Applications must be received by February 13, 2009.
• Website: http://www.aphl.org/profdev/fellowships/eid/Pages/default.aspx
• Contact:
  Fellowship Program Manager
  (240) 485-2778
  fellowships@aphl.org

Echoing Green Fellowship

Echoing Green seeks social entrepreneurs who exhibit fearlessness in defending their ideas, an unwavering belief that all individuals have the potential to contribute meaningfully to society, and a powerful passion for developing new solutions to some of society’s most challenging problems. The Fellowship Program last two years and provides Fellows with financial and technical assistance (ranging from a large global network to a close peer-to-peer learning) to enhance their leadership skills and ensure organizational sustainability. Instead of working on a predefined project with an existing organization, each Fellow creates and builds his/her own organization to execute his/her own vision for social change.

• Deadline: Phase 1 December 1, 5pm EST / Phase 2 February 9, 5pm EST
• Website: http://www.echoinggreen.org/
• Contact: Echoing Green
  494 8th Avenue 2nd Floor
  New York, NY 10001

Computational Science Graduate Fellowship

Funded by the Department of Energy's Office of Science and the National Nuclear Security Administration, the Computational Science Graduate Fellowship supports students pursuing a Ph.D in science or engineering disciplines with an emphasis on high-performance computing. Award winners will receive full tuition and a $32,400 yearly stipend. Various other expenses are also covered.

• Eligibility: Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents who are working toward a Ph.D at a US institution.
• Deadline: Applications and all supporting materials must be received by January 14, 2009.
• Website: http://www2.krellinst.org/csgf/index.shtml
• Contact: DOE CSGF Program Coordinator
  1609 Golden Aspen Drive, Suite 101
  Ames, IA 50010
  Tel: (515) 956-3696
  Fax: (515) 956-3699
  csgf@krellinst.org