Funding Sources and Fellowships

Funding Sources


Funding for PhD Students
The College of Engineering at the University of Michigan operates under a fully funded model for all Ph.D. students.  Students receive a guarantee of full funding at the point of admission and throughout the duration of their five year program.  This funding commitment is guaranteed provided the student meets all necessary milestones and fulfills program requirements as stipulated by their individual faculty advisor and/or department.  This comprehensive package includes tuition, fees, University health insurance and a monthly living stipend.  The funding package can come from a variety of sources including  University of Michigan, College of Engineering or Rackham Graduate School fellowships,  Graduate Student Research Assistant (GSRA) appointments or Graduate Student Instructor (GSI) positions.  Some students also receive funding from documented external fellowships or any combination of the aforementioned.  The typical guarantee of funding for a Ph.D. admitted directly from a bachelor’s degree program is five years while those admitted directly from a master’s degree program is four years.  Exact funding amounts will vary between engineering departments.  Click here for the College of Engineering Policies for Support of Doctoral Students.


Funding for Master’s Students
Funding for Master’s students is limited and for the majority of new students, there is not a guaranteed funding package.  Departments may have some special fellowships or awards designated for Master’s students.  In some cases individual departments may have Graduate Student Instructor (GSI) positions or Graduate Student Research Assistant (GSRA) appointments available that a Master’s student can apply for.  Masters’ students who have interest in a Ph.D. program can re-apply at the appropriate application deadline to receive consideration for admission and full funding to a Ph.D. program.

We encourage all Master’s and PhD students to refer to our comprehensive list of external awards and fellowships and apply.

Aside from the departments themselves, a number of University of Michigan sources provide funding for new and continuing graduate students, including:

Division of Research Development and Administration

Horace H. Rackham Graduate School Fellowships Office

Non-Departmental Graduate Student Instructor (GSI) Positions

Office of Financial Aid

Student Employment Office

The University of Michigan Nonprofit and Public Management Center
Research Support Grants for doctoral students

Veteran's Administration Education Benefits

Fellowships

The following external, governmental and University of Michigan fellowships have been identified as being relevant for CoE graduate students. We'd like to thank the faculty and staff in the various CoE departments who provided the information to complete this list. The fellowships are sorted alphabetically, with a separate, final section of fellowships awarded by faculty/administration nomination only Please note that the deadlines may change from year to year, so be sure to double-check these dates on the fellowship websites as you plan to apply.

Agilent Technologies Graduate and Professional Development Fellowship
Agilent Technologies will offer several of its technical workshops and online training courses, at no cost, to three graduate students and two professors that meet the fellowship criteria outlined by Agilent Technologies. Applicants must be financial members of the NOBCChE organization, and must be an African-American graduate student working towards the Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or Life Sciences, and must be in at least their second year of graduate study.
  • Award: Agilent Technologies will pay for lodging, transportation, and registration cost so that each award recipient can attend the AM. Moreover, Agilent Technologies will pay all expenses (lodging, transportation, workshop registration) for one face-to-face workshop and a maximum of two online training courses.
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizen
  • Deadline: February 28
  • Website
Air and Waste Management Association
Scholarships are granted to full-time graduate students pursuing studies and research in air quality, waste management, and environmental management, policy, or law.
  • Award: $2,000-7,500
  • Citizenship: no specifications
  • Deadline: January 13
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Albert Gallatin Fellowships in International Affairs
The Gallatin fellowship supports outstanding, advanced graduate students engaged in the research or writing of a dissertation in the broad area of "international affairs." While not limited by discipline, "international affairs" may be taken to mean the study of political, economic, social, and legal processes across cultures or countries.

  • Award: $26,000
  • Citizenship: open to all
  • Deadline: March1
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Alexander Graham Bell College Scholarship Awards
Granted to students who are deaf or hard-of-hearing
  • Award: up to $1,000-$5,000
  • Citizenship: not specified
  • Deadline: April 15
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Amelia Earhart Fellowship
For female graduate students who are in a qualifying area of science or engineering closely related to advanced studies in aerospace-related science or aerospace-related engineering.
  • Award: $6,000 for one year
  • Citizenship: no limitations
  • Deadline: November 15
  • Website
American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Science & Technology Policy Fellowships
AAAS administers fellowships to provide the opportunity for accomplished scientists and engineers to participate in and contribute to the public policymaking process of the federal government. Following selection, Fellows come to Washington, DC, in September of each year and participate in a comprehensive eight-day orientation program before beginning their fellowships in the various sectors of government. AAAS also conducts a professional development program throughout the year. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or an equivalent doctoral-level degree at the time of application. Individuals with a master's degree in engineering and at least three years of post-degree professional experience also may apply.
  • Award: 12-month fellowship, stipend varies
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
  • Deadline: December 5, 2011
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American Association of University Women (AAUW) Fellowships
Selected Professions Fellowships:
Selected Professions Fellowships are awarded to women who intend to pursue a full-time course of study at accredited institutions during the fellowship year in one of the designated degree programs where women's participation traditionally has been low .
  • Master's and First Professional Awards: $5,000 – $18,000
    Citizenship: U.S. Citizens or permanent residents
  • Deadline: January 10
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American Fellowships:
American Fellowships support women doctoral candidates completing dissertations or scholars seeking funds for postdoctoral research leave from accredited institutions. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Candidates are evaluated on the basis of scholarly excellence, teaching experience, and active commitment to helping women and girls through service in their communities, professions, or fields of research.
  • Award: Dissertation $20,000, Ph.D. Research Leave: $30,000
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizens or permanent residents
  • Deadline: November 15
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American Concrete Institute (ACI) Fellowship and Scholarship Programs
Only students nominated by faculty members who are also ACI members will be eligible to receive applications for the ACI Student Fellowship Program. This fellowship is offered to high-potential undergraduate and graduate students in engineering, construction management, and other appropriate curricula who are identified by the ACI-Member Faculty. Scholarship criteria are similar.
  • Award: Fellowships are $7,000, Scholarships are $3,000
  • Citizenship: no limitations, although study must take place in US or Canada
  • Deadline: October 7
  • Website
American Indian Graduate Center (AIGC) Graduate Fellowships Program
For enrolled members of federally recognized American Indian tribes or Alaska Native groups, or for those who can provide documentation of descent (possess one fourth degree federally-recognized Indian blood).
  • Award: varies by financial need
  • Deadline: June 1
  • Website

American Meteorological Society (AMS) Industry/Government Graduate Fellowships
Sponsored by industry leaders and government agencies and are designed to attract promising young scientists to prepare for careers in the atmospheric and related oceanic and hydraulic fields.

  • Award: $22,000 for a nine-month period
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizens or permanent residents
  • Deadline: February 10
  • Website

American Nuclear Society (ANS) Scholarships
For those earning a degree in nuclear science, nuclear engineering, or a nuclear related field.

  • Award: not specified
  • Citizenship: no limitation
  • Deadline: February 1
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American Public Power Association (APPA) Student Research Grants
Demonstration of Energy-Efficient Developments (DEED) Program student research grants/internships support students studying in energy-related disciplines, increase awareness of career opportunities in public power, and provide assistance to DEED member utility sponsors. Students must obtain a DEED member sponsor for their student research grant/internship in order to apply.

  • Award: Stipend of $4,000
  • Citizenship: no limitations
  • Deadline: February 15 and August 15
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American Public Power Association (APPA) Technical Design Project Grants
The Demonstration of Energy-Efficient Developments (DEED) Program technical design project is intended to promote the involvement of students studying in energy-related disciplines in the public power industry.

  • Award: One $5,000 TDP is awarded each year to a student or group of students conducting research on an energy-related project. The award recipient(s) also receive travel reimbursement up to $3000 to present their project during the annual APPA Engineering and Operations Technical Conference. The TDP does not require a utility sponsor.
  • Citizenship: no limit
  • Deadline: October 15
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American-Scandinavian Foundation Academic Fellowships and Grants
Applicants must have a well-defined research or study project that makes a stay in Scandinavia essential. Grants are considered suitable for post-graduate scholars, professionals, and candidates in the arts to carry out research or study visits of one-to-three months duration. Fellowships are intended to support year-long stay. Priority is given to candidates at the graduate level for dissertation-related study or research.
  • Award: Up to $23,00 for fellowship; Up to $5,000 for grants
  • Citizenship: US citizens and permanent residents
  • Deadline: November 1
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American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Jack E. Leisch Memorial National Graduate Fellowship
Granted to full-time students who are enrolled in a transportation/traffic engineering graduate degree program in civil engineering.
  • Award: up to $4,500
  • Citizenship: no limit
  • Deadline: May 6
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American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Trent R. Dames and William W. Moore Fellowship
Grants are provided for the exploration of new applications of geotechnical engineering

  • Award: $2,000-$5,000
  • Citizenship: not specified
  • Deadline: February 9
  • Website

American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Waldo Smith Hydraulic Fellowship
Awarded to a member of ASCE who conducts research in the field of experimental hydraulics

  • Award: For tuition, research, and living expenses
  • Citizenship: not specified
  • Deadline: February 9
  • Website

American Society of Naval Engineers (ASNE) Scholarships
The purpose of the ASNE Scholarship Program is to improve the profession of naval engineering by encouraging college students to enter the field of naval engineering, providing support to naval engineers seeking advanced education in the field, and providing ASNE members and industry sponsors with an opportunity to contribute to a worthy endeavor. Graduate student applicants must be members of ASNE.

  • Award: Stipend of $3,500
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
  • Deadline: February 15
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Argonne National Laboratory Named Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
Applicants must demonstrate superb ability in scientific or engineering research, and must show definite promise of becoming outstanding leaders in the research they pursue.
  • Award: $80,000 per annum stipend with an additional allocation of up to $20,000 per year for research support and travel
  • Citizenship: no limitations
  • Deadline: October 31
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Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA) Graduate Scholarship Program
Awarded to full-time postgraduate students who have earned Master's degrees or the equivalent and who are currently enrolled in a doctoral degree program in electrical, electronics, chemical, systems or communications engineering, physics, math, or computer science.
  • Award: $15,000
  • Citizenship: Candidate must be a U.S. citizen with earned B.S. and M.S. degrees
  • Deadline: February 1
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Associated General Contractors (AGC) of America Foundation Graduate Scholarships
College seniors enrolled in an undergraduate construction management or construction-related engineering degree program, or others possessing an undergraduate degree in construction management or construction-related engineering are eligible to apply. The applicant must be enrolled, or planning to enroll, in a graduate level construction management or construction-related engineering degree program as a full-time student.
  • Award: $7,500 each scholarship, paid in annual installments of $3,750
  • Citizenship: no limitations
  • Deadline: November 1
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AT&T Labs Fellowship Program
Fellowships are available to outstanding minority and women students who are pursuing Ph.D. studies in computer and communications-related fields.
  • Award: 3-year fellowship, with the following benefits: All educational expenses during the school year, including tuition, books, fees, and approved travel expenses; Education expenses for summer study or university research; A stipend for living expenses; A mentor who is a staff member at AT&T Labs.
  • Deadline: January 15
  • Citizenship: US citizen or permanent resident
  • Website
Barbour Scholarship (University of Michigan Fellowship)
Scholarships for Asian women ("From Turkey to Japan and the Philippines") who have completed at least two terms of graduate work at the University of Michigan prior to award tenure.
  • Award: $17,600 stipend, plus cover full tuition and required fees
  • Citizenship: Must be foreign citizens with intent to return to their home country
  • Deadline: January 20
  • Website

Belgian American Educational Foundation (BAEF) Fellowships for Study or Research in Belgium
The Belgian American Educational Foundation (BAEF) encourages applications for fellowships for advanced study or research at a Belgian university or institution of higher learning. The fellowship period must be at least 6 months. In addition to the stipend, the Foundation will provide health insurance. Applicants must be citizens of the United States and either have a Masters degree or equivalent degree, or be working towards a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Preference is given to applicants under the age of 30 with a reading and speaking knowledge of Dutch, French, or German. BAEF Fellows must reside in Belgium during the tenure of their fellowship.

  • Award: $25,000 for one year
  • Citizenship: US citizen or permanent resident
  • Deadline October 31
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Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW)
For female students who are attending graduate school in Canada or US.
  • Award: $2,000-$12,000 depending on which award is won
  • Citizenship: Canadian citizen
  • Deadline: November 1
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Canadian Graduate Scholarships
Canada Graduate Scholarships provide financial support to high-calibre scholars who are engaged in master's or doctoral programs in the natural sciences or engineering.
  • Award: $17,500 for Master's, $35,000 for PhD
  • Citizenship: Canadian citizen or permanent resident
  • Deadline: October 15
  • Website

CAORC Multi-Country Fellowships
Multi-Country Fellowship Program supports advanced regional or trans-regional research in the humanities, social sciences, or allied natural sciences for U.S. doctoral candidates, and scholars who have already earned their Ph.D. Preference will be given to candidates examining comparative and/or cross-regional research. Applicants are eligible to apply as individuals or in teams.

  • Award: $Up to $12,000
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
  • Deadline: January 17
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Career Development Grants:
Career Development Grants support women who hold a bachelor's degree and are preparing to advance their careers, change careers, or re-enter the work force. Special consideration is given to AAUW members, women of color, and women pursuing their first advanced degree or credentials in nontraditional fields.
  • Award: Dissertation $2,000-$12,000
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizens or permanent residents
  • Deadline: December 15
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CEW Scholarships (University of Michigan Fellowship)
For female students who are returning to school after a break of at least 48 months.
  • Award: $1,500-$8,000
  • Citizenship: no limitations
  • Deadline: January 10
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Charles & Anne Lindbergh Foundation
Each year, The Charles A. and Anne Morrow Lindbergh Foundation provides grants of up to $10,580 (a symbolic amount representing the cost of the "Spirit of St. Louis") to men and women whose individual initiative and work in a wide spectrum of disciplines furthers the Lindberghs' vision of a balance between the advance of technology and the preservation of the natural/human environment.
  • Award: $10,580
  • Citizenship: no limit
  • Deadline: June 9
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CSC Defense Graduate Scholarship
The AFCEA Graduate School scholarships seek to reward excellence for demonstrated effort at the master's level of study. For those currently employed in a field related to communications, computer science or electronics.
  • Award: $3,000
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizen
  • Deadline: March 15
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DAAD Scholarships (University of Michigan Fellowship)
This is an exchange agreement between the German Academic Exchange Program and the University of Michigan. Applicants must be advanced graduate students or Ph.D. candidates who can show that a stay in Germany is essential for the completion of their research projects.
  • Award: Monthly stipends are approximately €750. In addition, DAAD will cover health insurance and travel costs.
  • Deadline: November 15
  • Citizenship: U.S. or Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Foreign nationals are eligible if they have been full-time students at an accredited US or Canadian University for at least two years at the time of application.
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DOE Computational Science Graduate Fellowship (DOE-CSGF)
Graduate students pursuing Ph.D. in Computer Science, Mathematics, and Scientific or engineering disciplines.
  • Award: $31,200 annual stipend; payment of all tuition and fees; $1000 annual allowance for research; up to $2500 for computer workstation, and the opportunity to complete a practicum at a national DOE laboratory.
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or permanent resident aliens who are exceptional senior undergraduates or in their first or second year of undergraduate study
  • Deadline: January 11
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DOE National Nuclear Security Administration Stewardship Science Graduate Fellowship
Provides outstanding benefits and opportunities to students pursuing a Ph.D. in energy-density physics, low-energy nuclear science, or properties of materials.
  • Award: $36,000 yearly stipend, payment of all tuition and fees, and $1,000 yearly academic allowance
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  • Deadline: February 21
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Dwight David Eisenhower Transportation Fellowship Program
This fellowship program enables students to pursue Master's Degrees or Doctorates in transportation-related fields at the University of their choice and/or acquaints students with transportation research, development and technology transfer activities at U.S. Department of Transportation facilities.
  • Award: All recipients may not receive a full award (i.e. tuition, stipend, and travel to the Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting). Recipient awards will be based on the ranking given by the National Selection Panel or local selection panels at individual universities. Recipients will receive a minimum of $1,500 for travel to TRB, based on the ranking received.
  • Citizenship: no limitations
  • Deadline: February 17
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Electrochemical Society
Scholarships are granted to students who are enrolled in science, engineering, or education.
  • Award: varies by scholarship
  • Citizenship: not specified
  • Deadline: varies by scholarship
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EPA's National Center for Environmental Research (NCER) Fellowships: Science To Achieve Results (STAR) and Greater Research Opportunities (GRO)
Graduate students at Master's and doctoral levels in environmentally related fields of study.
  • Award: Up to $37,000 per year of support; Master's level may receive up to 2 years of support; Doctoral students may be supported for maximum of 3 years
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or permanent resident
  • Deadline: October 18
  • Website
EPA's National Network for Environmental Management Studies (NNEMS) Fellowship Program
NNEMS fellowships are given to those who are pursuing an educational program directly related to pollution control or environmental protection for the duration of the fellowship.
  • Award: Stipends vary according to status
  • Citizenship: U.S citizen
  • Deadline: February 13
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Fannie and John Hertz Foundation Graduate Fellowships in the Applied Physical Sciences
We look to support the graduate education of America's most promising technical talent, the Ph.D.-directed effort of the young men and women who can be expected to have the greatest impact on the application of the physical sciences to human problems during the next half-century.

  • Award: Successful applicants have the choice of two Fellowship options:
    Five-Year Hertz - Option 1
    - $31,000/9-month personal stipend
    - Full tuition equivalent
    - Renewable for up to 5 years
    Five-Year Coordinated - Option 2
    Hertz Period - Two Years
    - $36,000/9-month personal stipend
    - Full tuition equivalent
    Other Fellowship Period - Up to Three Years
    - $5,000/ year supplemental stipend from Hertz
    - Requires Awardee to accept a 3-year Fellowship from another source
  • Citizenship: US citizen or permanent resident
  • Deadline: October 31
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Ford Foundation Dissertation Diversity Fellowships
For grad students working to complete their dissertations.
  • Award: $21,000 for one year, plus conference fee for Conference of Ford Fellows
  • Citizenship: US citizens or nationals
  • Deadline: November 17
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Ford Foundation Predoctoral Diversity Fellowships
For individuals engaged in graduate study leading to a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or Doctor of Science (Sc.D.) degree.
  • Award: Annual $20,000 stipend, award to the institution in lieu of tuition and fees: $2,000
  • Citizenship: US citizens or nationals
  • Deadline: November 14
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Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Diversity Fellowships
For individuals engaged in postdoctoral study after the attainment of the Ph.D. or Sc.D. degree
  • Award: $40,000 stipend, Employing Institution Allowance: $1,500.
  • Citizenship: US citizens or nationals
  • Deadline: November 17
  • Website

Foreign Languages & Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowships (University of Michigan Fellowship)
The International Institute administers several fellowships related to studying foreign languages and studying abroad. These fellowships all have varying requirements and deadlines.

  • Award: Academic Year: $15,000 stipend and covers full tuition and mandatory fees; Summer: $2,500 stipend and travel award up to $1,000
  • Citizenship: US citizens or permanent residents
  • Deadline: February 1
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Fulbright Grants for Study and Research Abroad
The U.S. Student Program is designed to give recent B.S./B.A. graduates, master's and doctoral candidates, and young professionals and artists opportunities for personal development and international experience. Most grantees plan their own programs. Projects may include university course work, independent library or field research, classes in a music conservatory or art school, special projects in the social or life sciences, or a combination of these activities. Along with opportunities for intellectual, professional, and artistic growth, the Fulbright Program offers invaluable opportunities to meet and work with people of the host country, sharing daily life as well as professional and creative insights.

  • Award: Maximum round-trip transportation to the host country; maintenance for the academic year, based on living costs in the host country; book and research allowances; supplemental health and accident insurance; tuition, in some cases; language or orientation courses, where appropriate
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizens
  • Deadline: October 17
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Fusion Energy Sciences Fellowship Program
Offers talented students the opportunity to engage in the study and research of fusion energy sciences and technology, while fostering practical work experiences at recognized research facilities.
  • Award: $24,000 annual stipend, full payment of tuition and fees, $750 per month practicum allowance; opportunity to attend professional meetings and to participate in long-term graduate research at DOE fusion research facilities
  • Citizenship: US citizen or permanent resident
  • Deadline: January 31
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Gates Millennium Scholars Program
Provides outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Natives, Asian Pacific Islander American, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete a graduate education for those students pursuing studies in mathematics, science, engineering, education, or library science.
  • Award: good-through-graduation scholarship to use at any college or university of their choice.
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  • Deadline: January 11
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Graduate Teaching Fellows in K-12 Education (GK-12)
Improve communication and teaching skills through interactions with teachers and students in K-12 schools.

  • Award: $30,000 for 12-year tenure
  • Citizenship: US citizens, nationals or permanent residents
  • Website

Graham Environmental Sustainability Fellowship
Inclusion in a "Community of Scholars" to exceptional Ph.D. studentsconducting interdisciplinary research related to sustainability

  • Award: up to $50,000
  • Citizenship: no limitations
  • Deadline: October 15
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Harold and Vivian Shapiro/John Malik/Jean Forrest Awards (University of Michigan Fellowship)
To assist with interest payments on the unsubsidized educational loans that students are obligated to pay while still in graduate school.
  • Award: Maximum $1,000/student
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizens and permanent residents
  • Deadline: October 13
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Harriett G. Jenkins Pre-Doctoral Fellowship Program (JPFP)
The Harriett G. Jenkins Pre-doctoral Fellowship provides up to 3 years of funding and support to full-time graduate students (master's and doctoral level) who are underrepresented in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines.
  • Awards: Annual stipends for students pursuing master's degrees start at $16,000. Annual stipends for students pursuing doctoral degrees start at $22,000. Regardless of the degree pursued, annual tuition offsets start at $8,500.
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizens
  • Deadline: February 1
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Hispanic Scholarship Fund
The College Scholarship Program is available on a competitive basis to graduate students of Hispanic heritage.
  • Award: $1,000-$3,000
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizens or permanent resident
  • Deadline: February 15
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Howard Hughes Medical Institute International Student Research Fellowship
Supports outstanding international predoctoral students studying in the United States who are ineligible for fellowships or training grants through U.S. federal agencies

  • Award: $30,000 plus educational allowance
  • Citizenship: cannot be U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents
  • Deadline: February 16
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IBM PhD Fellowship Program
Honors exceptional Ph.D. students with interest in areas including business, science and related technical fields such as autonomic computing, nanotechnology.
  • Award: Stipend of $17,500, tuition, and fees for one year, plus an IBM Thinkpad
  • Citizenship: no limitations
  • Deadline: October 31
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Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Charles LeGeyt Fortescue Graduate Scholarship Fund
Awarded for one year to a full-time graduate student obtaining their Masters in electrical engineering.
  • Award: 1 year stipend of $24,000
  • Citizenship: Permanent resident
  • Deadline: November 15
  • Website

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Fellowship in Electrical History
The IEEE Fellowship in Electrical History supports either one year of full-time graduate work in the history of electrical science and technology at a college or university of recognized standing, or up to one year of post-doctoral research for a scholar in this field who has received their Ph.D. within the past three years. Must be a member of IEEE to apply.

  • Award: Stipend of $17,000 and a research budget of $3,000 is available
  • Citizenship: no limitations indicated
  • Deadline: March 1
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Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Life Member Graduate Study Fellowship
The fellowship is awarded annually to a first year, full-time graduate student in electrical engineering.
  • Award: 1 year fellowship at $10,000, renewable for 1 additional year
  • Citizenship: no limitations
  • Deadline: November 15
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Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship (IGERT)

The Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship (IGERT) program seeks to train Ph.D. scientists and engineers with the interdisciplinary background and the technical, professional and personal skills needed to address the global questions of the future. Through the use of innovative curricula and internships, and by focusing on problem-centered training, these programs give their graduates the edge needed to become leaders in their chosen fields.

  • Award: $30,000 plus tuition and fees
  • Citizenship: US citizen
  • Deadline: Depends on individual programs
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International Fellowships:
International Fellowships are awarded for full-time study or research to women who are not United States citizens or permanent residents. Both graduate and postgraduate study at accredited institutions are supported.
  • Award: Master's-$18,000, PhD-$20,000
  • Citizenship: Non-U.S. Citizens or non-permanent residents
  • Deadline: December 1
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International Institute Individual Fellowships (University of Michigan Fellowship)
The International Institute (II) Fellowships are designed to support University of Michigan students (regardless of citizenship) who are enrolled in a degree program and wish to participate in internships or conduct research abroad.
  • Award: Stipend of $21,600 plus tuition (one year)
  • Citizenship: no limitations
  • Deadline: February 20
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International Society for Optical Engineering (SPIE) Scholarships and Grants
Scholarships are granted to students who are enrolled full-time in optics, photonics, imaging, optoelectronics, or a related program.
  • Award: not specified
  • Citizenship: not specified
  • Deadline: February 12
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International Students Fellowship Program (University of Michigan Fellowship)
Available to assist outstanding international students, especially those who may be ineligible for other kinds of support because of citizenship. Students must be nominated by their department, and in their second or third year of study. Each department may nominate no more than two students.
  • Award: $10,00
  • Citizenship: Non-US citizens or non-permanent residents
  • Deadline: October 13
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Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Graduate Scholarship Program
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Graduate Scholarship Program will award approximately 65 scholarships to seniors and recent graduates planning to attend graduate school for the first time starting this fall. Students interested in this scholarship must be nominated by the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Faculty Representative at their institution.

  • Award: Each award covers a portion of educational expenses, including tuition, living expenses, required fees, and books for the graduate degree chosen. The amount and duration of awards vary by student based on the cost of attendance and the length of the graduate program as well as other scholarships or grants received. The maximum available per student per year of study is $50,000 and the maximum length is six years.
  • Citizenship: no limitations
  • Deadline: February 10
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King-Chavez-Parks Initiative, Future Faculty Fellowship (University of Michigan Fellowship)
For underrepresented minorities in a doctoral program, who are Michigan residents, and plan to teach in post secondary education in Michigan or Illinois.
  • Awards: vary by financial need--up to $20,000 for Master's and $35,000 for PhD
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizens-must be Michigan resident
  • Deadline: Ongoing
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Kosciuszko Foundation Tuition Scholarship Program
Scholarships support American students of Polish descent for full-time graduate studies in the United States, the one-year Master's program at the Center for European Studies, Jagiellonian University, Cracow, and English Schools of Medicine in Poland.

  • Award: $1,000 - $7,000
  • Citizenship: Applicant must be a US citizen OR a permanent resident of Polish descent AND have a minimum GPA of 3.0. A United States citizen of non-Polish descent may apply for funding to support full-time graduate level Polish studies.
  • Deadline: January 5
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Link Foundation Doctoral Research Fellowships in Ocean Engineering and Instrumentation
To foster ocean engineering and ocean instrumentation research; to enhance both the theoretical and practical knowledge and applications of ocean engineering and instrumentation research; and to disseminate the results of that research through lectures, seminars and publications.

  • Award: Each award will consist of a grant of $25,000. The student will be awarded $21,500 which may be used for academic year and summer stipend; $2,500 is for expenses associated with the research; the remaining $1,000 is to help defray publication costs of the student's research results.
  • Citizenship: not specified
  • Deadline: December 1
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Link Foundation Energy Fellowships
"Preference will be given to candidates who have a well-defined thesis direction but who still have enough time remaining working toward their Ph.D. that receipt of a Link Foundation Fellowship could make a difference."
  • Award: 2 year fellowships at $25,000 per year stipend
  • Citizenship: no limitations
  • Deadline: December 1
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Luce Scholars Program
The Luce Scholars Program provides stipends and internships for fifteen young Americans to live and work in Asia each year. Dating from 1974, the program's purpose is to increase awareness of Asia among future leaders in American society.
  • Award: In addition to the basic stipend, a cost of living allowance and a housing allowance may be provided to Scholars living in areas where such costs are high.
  • Citizenship: US citizen
  • Deadline: November 1
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Lurcy Fellowship for Study in France (University of Michigan Fellowship)
The Georges Lurcy Charitable and Educational Trust seeks to promote friendship and understanding between the peoples of the United States and France, and secondarily between Americans and Europeans in general. This is achieved by supporting scholarly activities and exchanges which allow members of one society to learn more about the people and civilization of the other society.
  • Award: $25,000 stipend
  • Deadline: October 13
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizens
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Michigan Space Grant Consortium (MSGC) (University of Michigan Fellowship)
For students in aerospace, space science, Earth System science and other related science, engineering or mathematical fields.
  • Award: $5,000 for graduate students
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizens
  • Deadline: November 21
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Minorities Striving and Pursuing Higher Degrees of Success in Earth System Science
For underrepresented minorities with the overall purpose of facilitating the achievement of attaining outstanding Earth system science careers.

  • Award: $1,000 and mentored by professional scientists and engineers
  • Citizenship: US citizens or permanent resident
  • Deadline: September 4
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NASA Aeronautics Scholarship Program
NASA's Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate (ARMD) is directed  toward enhancing the state of aeronautics for the nation, transforming  the nation's air transportation system, and developing the knowledge,  tools, and technologies to support future air and space vehicles.
  • Award: $35,000 stipend, $11,000 each year for educational expenses, $10,000 summer internship
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or National
  • Deadline: January 17
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NASA Earth and Space Science Fellowship Program
Ensures continued training of interdisciplinary scientists to support the study of the Earth as a system, especially focusing on Earth remote sensing.
  • Award: $22,000, and can be renewed for a total of three years
  • Citizenship: open to anyone, although preference given to US citizens and resident aliens
  • Deadline: February 9
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NASA Graduate Student Researcher's Program (GSRP)
The NASA Graduate Student Research Program (GSRP) awards fellowships for graduate study leading to masters or doctoral degrees in the fields of science, mathematics, and engineering related to NASA research and development.
  • Award: $30,000, includes a $20,000 student stipend, student travel allowance of $6,000, up to $1,000 for health insurance, and $3,000 univeristy allowance
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizens
  • Deadline: February 1
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National Consortium for Graduate Degrees for Minorities in Engineering and Science (GEM)
For under-represented minorities. There is both a Masters' and PhD program.
  • Award: One year of support
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizens or permanent resident
  • Deadline: November 15
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National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Lawrence F. Skibbie Graduate Scholarship Award
Intended to support one or more advanced graduate students in engineering, science, or management.

  • Award: up to $10,000
  • Citizenship: US citizen
  • Deadline: August 1
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National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship
Graduate Students who will pursue a doctoral degree in, or closely related to, an area of DoD interest within one of the following disciplines: Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering, Biosciences, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Cognitive, Neural and Behavioral Sciences, Computer and Computational Sciences, Electrical Engineering, Geosciences, Materials Science and Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering, Oceanography, Physics.
  • Award: Full tuition and required fees for 3 years, monthly stipend, and up to $1,000 a year in medical insurance
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
  • Deadline: December 16
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National Estuarine Research Reserve System (NERRS) Graduate Research Fellowship (GRF)
NERRS' Graduate Research Fellowship provides master's degree students and Ph.D. candidates with an opportunity to conduct research of local and national significance that focuses on enhancing coastal zone management. Fellows conduct their research within a National Estuarine Research Reserve and gain hands-on experience by participating in their host reserve's research and monitoring programs.
  • Award: $20,000 stipend for up to 3 years
  • Citizenship: no specification
  • Deadline: November 1
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National Physical Science Consortium (NPSC)
Graduate Fellowships in the Physical Sciences (and Engineering). Special emphasis toward the recruitment of minority and female students. Students can be in their first year of study. Do some work at some National Laboratories, or Amgen.
  • Award: $16,000 stipend per year up to six years plus two summers paid research employment and travel
  • Citizenship: US citizen
  • Deadline: November 5
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National Research Council of the National Academies
Awardees have the opportunity to conduct independent research in an area compatible with the interests of the sponsoring laboratory; develop full-time effort to research a publication; and collaborate with leading scientists and engineers at federal research laboratories.
  • Award: Ph.D: $42,000-$75,000 stipend; Graduate: begin at $30,000 stipend
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen, permanent residents, and for some laboratories, foreign national
  • Deadline: February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1
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National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)
  • Award: Stipend of $30,000/year, plus education coverage of $10,500 for up to three years, and a 1-time $1,000 travel allowance for research abroad
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or permanent resident
  • Deadlines: November 2-9 (varies for different degrees)
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National Security Education Program (NSEP) David L. Boren Graduate
Fellowships
Graduate students may design their own programs and may combine domestic language and cultural study with overseas study. All fellowships must include formal study of a modern language other than English and study of an area and culture.
  • Award: Maximum level of support of $12,000/semester for up to two semesters; total maximum level of support for combined domestic and overseas program is $30,000
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
  • Deadline: January 31
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NOAA Sea Grant Knauss Marine Policy Fellowships
Offer a unique educational experience for students who have an interest in ocean, coastal, or Great Lakes resources and the national policy decisions affecting those resources. The one-year fellowships match graduate students with "hosts" in the legislative or executive branches, or other institutions located in Washington, D.C.
  • Award: Fellowships are awarded for one year with a $33,000 student stipend, moving expenses, and health insurance. Additional funds available for travel, etc. (overall award is $41,500).
  • Citizenship: any
  • Deadline: April 6
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Northeast Consortium for Faculty Diversity Dissertation-Year Fellowships
Graduate students who are approaching their dissertation- writing stage or already in this stage are encouraged to apply.
  • Awards: $25,000- $32,000 from Sept. - Aug.
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizens
  • Deadline: February 1
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Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
The purpose of The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans is to provide opportunities for continuing generations of able and accomplished New Americans to achieve leadership in their chosen fields. The Program was established in recognition of the contributions New Americans have made to American life and in gratitude for the opportunities the United States has afforded the donors and their family.
  • Award: $20,000 per year stipend plus the payment of one-half of tuition charges, for up to two years of graduate study.
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or permanent resident
  • Deadline: November 1
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PEO International Peace Scholarship
The International Peace Scholarship Fund is a program which provides scholarships for selected women from other countries for graduate study in the United States and Canada.
  • Award: up to $6,000
  • Citizenship: Non- U.S. Citizens
  • Deadline: December 15
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Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Fellowships
Every year, the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi awards sixty Graduate Fellowships of $5,000 each and forty Awards of Excellence of $2,000 each to members entering the first year of graduate or professional study.

  • Award: Stipend of $2,000 or $5,000
  • Citizenship: no limitations indicated
  • Deadline: February 1
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Presidential Management Fellows Program
For students interested in a career in public service and meeting master's or doctoral-level degree requirements.
  • Award: Two-year paid program working with Federal agencies, including federal benefits, etc.
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizens (opportunities for non-U.S. citizens are extremely limited)
  • Deadline: September 25
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Rackham Graduate Student Emergency Fund (RGS-EF) (University of Michigan Fellowship)
The Rackham Emergency Fund is intended to provide Rackham graduate students who find themselves in emergency situations with financial assistance.
  • Award: up to $2,500
  • Citizenship: not specified, but must be in a Rackham program
  • Deadline: rolling deadline, upon completion of application
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Rackham Graduate Student Research Grants (RGS-RG) (University of Michigan Fellowship)
The Rackham Graduate Student Research Grants are intended to provide Rackham graduate students with financial assistance in carrying out research that will lead to advances toward their degree.
  • Award: Master's and pre-doctoral candidates: up to $1,50; doctoral candidates: up to $2,500
  • Citizenship: not specified, but must be in a Rackham program
  • Deadline: Rolling
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Rackham International Institute Conference Travel Grants (University of Michigan Fellowship)
Provide opportunities for Rackham graduate students to become familiar with, and take part in the life of their academic professions. Awards are available only to Rackham students who have responded to a formal call for abstracts and whose abstract has been accepted for either poster or paper presentation at a conference.
  • Award: Travel support grant up to $300
  • Citizenship: no limitations
  • Deadline: 4 weeks in advance of trip
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Rackham International Research Awards (University of Michigan Fellowship)
Support doctoral students conducting degree-related research outside North America.
  • Award: $7,500
  • Citizenship: open to all
  • Deadline: February 2
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Rackham Predoctoral Fellowship Program (University of Michigan Fellowship)
Fellowships will be awarded to outstanding students who will complete the dissertation in the year in which they hold the fellowship.
  • Award: Tuition and required fees for 12 months, $28,200 stipend, GradCare and Dental Insurance
  • Citizenship: open to all
  • Deadline: January 20
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Rackham Institute for Research on Women & Gender Women's Studies Funding (University of Michigan Fellowship)
The IRWG/Rackham Graduate Student Research Awards program provides $500 grants to U-M graduate students who are planning or conducting research, scholarship, and creative activities focusing on women and gender.
  • Award: $500 grant
  • Citizenship: open to all
  • Deadline: December 5
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Radcliffe and Ramsdell Fellowship
This fellowship will provide stipend funding for awarded graduate students at the University of Michigan, who wish to pursue advanced studies, in this country or abroad, in religious education o in preparation for the ministry.
  • Award: At least $3,000
  • Citizenship: open to all
  • Deadline: February 2
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Ralph W. Shrader Diversity Scholarship

Scholarships will be awarded to full-time graduate students currently working toward a master's degree in the following or related fields of electrical, electronics, chemical, systems or communications engineering; physics; mathematics; computer science; technology management; or information technology. Majors directly related to the support of U.S. intelligence or national security enterprises with relevance to the mission of AFCEA will also be eligible.

  • Award: $3,000
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizen
  • Deadline: February 1
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Robin Wright Graduate Fellowship
The Center for the Education of Women announces the Robin Wright Graduate Fellowship with a grant of up to $4,000. The fund will support research by a graduate student from the Islamic World or Africa matriculating in the Rackham Graduate School.

  • Award: up to $4,000
  • Citizenship: open to all
  • Deadline: February 11
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Sandia National Laboratories, President Harry S. Truman Fellowship in National Security Science and Engineering
The Fellowship provides the opportunity for recipients to pursue independent research of their own choosing that supports the national security mission of Sandia National Laboratories. The appointee is expected to foster creativity and to stimulate exploration of forefront science and technology and high-risk, potentially high-value R&D. Truman Fellowship candidates are expected to have solved a major scientific or engineering problem in their thesis work or will have provided a new approach or insight to a major problem, as evidenced by a recognized impact in their field.

  • Award: $106,600 salary, as well as benefits (3-year commitment once PhD is secured)
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
  • Deadline: December 5
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Science, Mathematics & Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship
The SMART program is an opportunity for students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics disciplines to receive a full scholarship, in which you would be committed to a guaranteed position with the DoD upon completion of your degree.
  • Award: full education funding
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
  • Deadline: December 1
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Semiconductor Research Corporation (SRC) Graduate Fellowship Program
The Graduate Fellowship Program (GFP) addresses the issues of improving educational opportunities at the doctoral level and supplying a relevantly educated work force for the semiconductor industry. The objectives of the program are 1) to encourage academically gifted U.S./permanent resident students to pursue doctoral degrees in research areas consistent with SRC goals, and 2) to develop a cadre of the highest quality doctoral graduates for SRC member companies and U.S. universities.

  • Award: Stipend of $17,500 for 9-month period plus tuition and fees
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizens or have permanent resident, refugee, or political asylum status in the U.S.
  • Deadline: February 15
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Sigma Xi Grants-in-Aid of Research Program (GIAR)
The program encourages scientific excellence and achievement through hands-on learning.
  • Award: up to $1,000-$5,000
  • Citizenship: not specified
  • Deadline: March 15 and October 15
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SMART Scholarship
The Science, Mathematics, And Research for Transformation (SMART) scholarship-for-service Program fully funds undergraduate and graduate degrees in a wide range of technical areas, including all fields of engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Brain and Cognitive Sciences, and Mathematics.
  • Award: Full tuition and stipend of $33,000 for Masters; $36,300 to $41,800 for Doctoral
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizens
  • Deadline: December 1
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Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) E. Wayne Kay Graduate Scholarship
Granted to full-time students who are in a graduate program with a manufacturing emphasis or industrial engineering.
  • Award: $4,000-$10,000
  • Citizenship: no limit
  • Deadline: February 1
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Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Scholarship Program
They offer a variety of scholarships to students who are interested in the plastics industry.

  • Award: up to $4,000
  • Citizenship: depends on award
  • Deadline: February 15
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Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) Ammann Research Fellowship
The Ammann Research Fellowship is a society-wide competition for the purpose of encouraging the creation of new knowledge in the field of structural design and construction, renewable for up to two years.

  • Award: Stipend of $5,000
  • Citizenship: not specified
  • Deadline: November 1
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UNCF Merck Science Research Dissertation Graduate Fellowships
The UNCF-Merck Graduate Science Research Dissertation Fellowships are intended to support African-American graduate students as they complete coursework, conduct research, and prepare the dissertation required for the doctoral degree in the biomedically relevant life or physical sciences.
  • Award: Fellowship up to $53,500 for graduate; $92,000 for Ph.D.
  • Citizenship: A citizen or permanent resident of the United States, and must be African-American
  • Deadline: December 1
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U.S. Department of Homeland Security Graduate Fellowships (DHS)
First- and second-year graduate fellowships for research-based graduate degree in the physical, biological, social and behavioral sciences including science policy, engineering, mathematics, or computer science.
  • Award: Full tuition and fees paid up to 3 years, plus stipend of $2,300/month for 12 months
  • Citizenship: U.S citizen
  • Deadline: January 31
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Women in Transportation Helene M. Overly Memorial Graduate Scholarship
Awarded to women pursuing graduate studies in transportation or a related field

  • Award: $4,000
  • Citizenship: Washington State Resident
  • Deadline: November 15
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Winston Churchill Foundation of the United States
This scholarship provides funding for one year of graduate study at Churchill College, Cambridge, in mathematics, natural science, or engineering.

  • Award: $45,000-$50,000
  • Citizenship: U.S.
  • Deadline: November 8
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Women in Transportation Shawna Mulhall Memorial Graduate Scholarship
Provides need based assistance to female students in honor of Shawna's dedicated service to WTS and the transportation industry

  • Award: $4,000
  • Citizenship: Washington State Resident
  • Deadline: November 15
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Yanmar/Society of Automotive Engineers Scholarship
Eligible applicants will be full-time students entering their senior year of undergraduate engineering or enrolled in a postgraduate engineering or related science program. Applicants must be pursuing a course of study or research related to the conservation of energy in transportation, agriculture & construction, and power generation. Emphasis will be placed on research or study related to the internal combustion engine.

  • Award: $1,000 per year
  • Citizenship: Citizens of North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico)
  • Deadline: February 15
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Fellowships by Faculty/Administration Nomination Only

Intel Foundation Ph.D. Fellowship Program
The Intel Foundation Ph.D. Fellowship Program awards two-year fellowships to Ph.D. candidates pursuing leading-edge work in fields related to Intel's business and research interests. Fellowships are available at select U.S. universities, by invitation only, and focus on Ph.D. students who have completed at least one year of study. The program encourages applicants from underrepresented minority groups, including women. The fellowship includes a cash award (tuition/fees/stipend), an Intel® architecture-based laptop gifted by Intel Corporation, an Intel mentor, an invitation to the Fellowship Forum at Intel in October, and the opportunity to participate in an internship at Intel.

  • Stipend award in 2009: $23,000 & $1500 travel stipend
  • Deadline for Faculty Nominations: March 2
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Rackham Engineering Awards (REA) and Rackham Science Awards (RSA) (University of Michigan Fellowship)
For underrepresented students in the Physical Science or Engineering fields.
  • Award: fall and winter tuition, GradCare, and monthly stipends for up to five academic years if entering without a relevant Masters degree.
  • Citizenship: U.S. citizen
  • Deadline: March 8
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Rackham Non-Traditional Fellowships (University of Michigan Fellowship)
To aid Michigan Residents who wish to return to graduate school after an extended absence and where the interruption in schooling may have placed them at a disadvantage in competing with more traditional students for financial assistance awarded at the time of admission.
  • Award: $16,000 to be used as a stipend or towards tuition as well as GradCare health insurance coverage during the fellowship tenure
  • Citizenship: Michigan resident
  • Deadline: October 13
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Rackham One Term Dissertation Fellowship (University of Michigan Fellowship)
Intended to speed the process of completing the dissertation. Except in unusual cases, they should be awarded to students who are at the writing stage of the dissertation. This will permit candidates to work full-time on the final stages of their dissertations.
  • Award: Candidacy tuition and registration fee plus a stipend of $8,000 for one term. Recipients will be eligible for GradCare health insurance coverage provided by the Graduate School during the term of their award
  • Citizenship: no limitations
  • Deadline: May 1
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Rackham Predoctoral Fellowship Program (University of Michigan Fellowship)
Awarded to outstanding students who will complete the dissertation in the year in which they hold the fellowship and who will complete the doctorate within six years of beginning their programs.
  • Award: Up to $9,400 stipend per term
  • Citizenship: no limitations
  • Deadline: January 20
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Susan Lipschutz, Margaret Ayers Host and Anna Olcott Smith Awards for Women Graduate Students (University of Michigan Fellowship)
For women actively pursuing a doctoral degree in any Rackham program, and who have achieved candidacy.
  • Awards: $5,000 for spring/summer research and travel
  • Citizenship: no limitations
  • Deadline: February 2
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