1. OFFICE OF UNDERGRADUATE and GRADUATE FELLOWSHIPS INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Campus Fellowship Advisor
Tamara Valentine, Director, Honors Program
Daniel Villanueva, Assistant Director

2. Overview What makes a candidate stand out?
What are international fellowships?
Who is eligible for an international fellowship?
What does it take to apply?
How do these fellowships differ?
If I am eligible for one of these fellowships and want to apply, what do I do next?

3. Office of Undergraduate & Graduate Fellowships
Coordinated by the Honors Program
Institutional Representative (NAFA)
Assistance and advice on application process
Information
Guidance
Review
Screening
Panel of experts and consulting faculty
Submission
External Fellowship Committee
Database: unr.edu/honors (External Links)

4. International Fellowships and Scholarships
Fulbright US Student Program
DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service)
Gates Cambridge
Gilman (USAC)
British Marshall
US-Ireland Alliance; George J. Mitchell Scholarship
Nat’l Security Ed Program NSEP (“Boren”)
Boren Scholarship: undergrad
Boren Fellowship: grad
Phi Kappa Phi
Rhodes Scholarship

5. Applying for Scholarships
Nationally competitive
Merit-based
Provides full expenses
Prestigious: national recognition and prestige, opens doors, builds resumes, ticket to additional funding, professional networking
Opportunity for study, travel, research, continued education
Time and Preparation: successful applicants plan early: application, proposal, personal statement, letters of recommendation, transcripts, interview,
University nomination
Campus and national deadlines

6. How Do You Stand Out? Academic Work (intellectual foundation) Research
Professional Experience
Professional & Personal Contacts
Leadership Potential
Community Service
Entrepreneurship
Teaching Experience
Work Experience
Personal Experience
Travel
Other languages!!!
Alexander (Sasha) Kolosovich, biology - research at Lake Baikal, Russia

7. Student Profile: What it takes to apply
Academic merit: high GPA
Specific career goals
Willingness to contribute to a field of study
Passion and commitment
Professional and academic relationships
Public service: unpaid internships, volunteer activities, school/professional/community activities
Leadership skills
Good interpersonal skills
Communication skills: written and spoken
Compassion
Well-rounded citizen of the nation and the world
Time, preparation, motivation

8. What is Involved? Basic components
Application: online application and hard copies
Academic Proposal/Statement of Purpose
what you want to do, why, where, how, and when
Personal Statement: presents a picture of yourself
Research Project
Activities List/Academic Resume: academic, scholarship, professional, leadership, service
References: 3-8 references (ongoing relationships)
Transcripts
Evidence of creative works: performances, videos
University Nomination
Interview
Deadlines: campus deadline; national deadline

9. Fellowship Differences
Number of awardees
Purpose: international research & study; post-grad opportunities
Eligibility requirements
Selection criteria
Award amounts and benefits
Field of study and career objectives
Language requirements
Screening process
University nomination or endorsement
Deadlines: campus and national

10. International Fellowships and Scholarships and campus/national application deadlines
*Fulbright campus: Aug ; nat’l: October
*DAAD varying; consult office
*Rhodes campus: April; nat’l: October
*British Marshall campus: April; nat’l: October
*US-Ireland Alliance (Mitchell) campus: Aug; nat’l: October
*Gates Cambridge Campus: Aug; nat’l: October
*Phi Kappa Phi April
Rotary Scholarships February/April yearly
Gilman Int’l Scholarship (USAC) sum/fall: March; spr: Oct
Boren (USAC) campus:early Jan; nat’l: Jan 31

11. Fall Deadlines Study, travel, research International fellowships
Apply graduating senior year
Must have bachelor’s degree to accept award
Sarah Hillenbrand, German, ETA Germany

12. Undergraduate Study Abroad Grant
50 - $1000 awards
Open to all fields
Cum GPA 3.75
Applied/accepted to study abroad program by April 1
Accredited study between May 1 and June 30
Apply online; submit to PKP by April 1
Non-PKP can apply

13. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships
David L. Boren Awards for International Study
1991
Boren Undergraduate Scholarships
For language study in world regions critical to U.S. nat’l security: Africa, Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Middle East
Undergraduates major in a most fields
Award: Up to $8,000/summer, $10,000/semester and $20,000/year
Deadlines:
Campus: early January
Nat’l February 13, 2013
Pre-arranged programs administered by a U.S. institution, an overseas institution, or a third-party provider
Has a federal employment requirement equal to the length of scholarship support
NSEP Service Requirement: Recipients may seek work in the Departments of Defense, Homeland Security, State or the Intelligence Community.
Campus Advisor: USAC office

14. Boren Graduate Fellowships
David L. Boren Awards for International Study
1991
Boren Graduate Fellowships
For study, research, and internships in world regions critical to U.S. nat’l security: Africa, Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Middle East
Degree-seeking graduate students design their own programs. Study of a foreign language integral
Award
$12,000/semester
$24,000/year
Has a federal employment requirement equal to the length of scholarship support
NSEP Service requirement: Recipients may seek work in the Departments of Defense, Homeland Security, State or the Intelligence Community.
The application will be available in late-August 2012
Application deadline January 31, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. EST.

15. Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
For undergraduates who are recipients of or will receive Pell Grants
Must be accepted or applying to a study-abroad program accredited in USA
More than 2,300 awarded yearly
Up to $5K granted (avg. $4K)
Traditionally under-represented populations encouraged to apply
Fall and AY deadlines
Student: March 5
Advisor: March 12

16. For study in Germany only
Some fellowships require German proficiency, many do not.
Undergraduate + graduate
Full-year, semesterlong and summer
Varying dates and deadlines – see which interest you and ask us for more information!

18. DAAD Undergraduate Options
Undergraduate Scholarships
Scholarships for 4 to 10 months of study, thesis research or an internship for students in any academic field. German proficiency preferred but not required.
Study Scholarship
Scholarships for graduating Seniors to complete one academic year of study or a full graduate degree program in Germany. German proficiency required.
RISE - Research Internships in Science and Engineering
Summertime internships with German doctoral students at universities and research institutions--no German required!
RISE professional
Undergrads who are DAAD alumni can apply for these summer internships with German companies.
University Summer Course Grant
Summer courses at German universities to help build your language skills while studying anything from film to politics to engineering.
internXchange
An 11-week summer program in Berlin for American journalism and communications students. Advanced-intermediate German needed.
Study and Internship Program (SIP)
A full academic semester of study abroad at one of the UAS7 universities in Germany followed by a one-semester professional internship experience in a company or research institute in Germany. German language skills preferred but not required.
German Studies Research Grant
Funding for research in the US or Germany in all areas of contemporary German Studies.
EMGIP - Bundestag Internship
Two months in the German parliament for students who are fluent in German.

19. DAAD Graduate Options
Study Scholarship + Study Scholarship for Artists, Musicians, Actors and Dancers (10-month stipend to study at any German university; renewable, can be used to pursue a full Master’s Degree, max. 4 semesters. Applicants in arts, humanities, social sciences must have good command of German)
Research Grant (10-month stipend to pursue Ph.D. research; renewable, can be used to pursue full Ph.D. in Germany within 4 years. Applicants in arts, humanities, social sciences must have good command of German)
University Summer Course Grant (4-week stipends to study German language)
RISE professional (1.5 – 6 month stipends for professional internships)
Intensive Language Courses in Germany (stipends for 8-week German languages courses, not granted to German language, literature or translation students)
Intern Exchange (8- week summer program for journalists with intermediate German)
German Studies Research Grant (1-2 months, for M.A. students in German Studies)
Summer Law School (for students in 2nd or 3rd year of law school, German skills preferred)

20. Fulbright Program for U.S. Students
1946
U.S. government’s premiere international scholarship
“To promote cross-cultural interaction and foster mutual understanding through engagement in the community” among nations through cultural and educational exchanges
150+ nations currently involved
Research, teaching, study, special programs
Must be a U.S. citizen and hold a bachelor’s degree
Sufficient fluency in written and spoken language of host country
Apply Senior year or with bachelor’s degree
1100 awards granted: round-trip transportation, language courses, tuition, books, research allow-ance, and health insurance
Deadlines:
Campus: August
National: October 20s

21. Types of Grants Available
Full Grants
Airfare
Health insurance
Monthly maintenance
In some cases,
Dependent support
Tuition
Language courses
Research Allowances
Travel Grants
(Germany, Hungary, Italy)
Over 50 English Teaching Assistantship opportunities worldwide
Special Programs
Business (Australia, Mexico, Netherlands, & Spain)
Critical Language Enhancement Awards
Fulbright-mtvU Awards

22. Two Types of Fulbright Grants http://us.fulbrightonline.org
Research/Study Grant
~1,000 awards
8-12 months
140 countries
Independent research, study, or creative and performing arts projects abroad
English Teaching Assistantships:
~600 awards
20-30 hours a week helping to teach English and U.S. culture in the classroom
Remaining time spent on a community-focused project

23. 2013-2014 English Teaching Assistantships
Asia: Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Korea, Kyrgyz Republic, Laos, Macau, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Thailand, Vietnam Latin America: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Venezuela Sub-Saharan Africa: Rwanda, Kenya, South Africa Middle East & North Africa: Bahrain, Israel, Jordan, Morocco, Oman Europe: Andorra, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia/Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Kosovo, Latvia, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovak Republic, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine 685 grants available for 2011 (in ,038 applicants)

24. 2013-2014 Critical Language Enhancement Award
Provides additional funding for language study for eligible Fulbright Grantees who intend to use a critical language for their project
Goal to cultivate higher levels of language proficiency prior to, during and beyond the regular Fulbright grant period
Application for CLEA is made in conjunction with the Fulbright Program application
Alexandra Lutz, engineering
“Water Resource Sustainability of Malian Community Wells”

25. 2013-2014 Critical Language Enhancement Award
Eligible Languages: Arabic (all dialects), Bahasa Indonesia, Bangla/Bengali, Chinese (Mandarin only), Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi, Punjabi, Russian, and Urdu
Eligible Countries:
China, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Morocco, Russia
Alexandra Lutz, engineering
“Water Resource Sustainability of Malian Community Wells”

26. Rhodes
1904
Student earns master’s degree (2-yr) at Oxford University; any area of study
Be a U.S. citizen, between years, and have a GPA of at least a 3.9
Pays tuition and fees , stipend, travel
~ $50,000/yr
32 awards given (900 ap)
Apply: senior year (start app in sophomore year)
University nomination
Interview
Deadlines:
Campus: April
National: Oct

27. Rhodes House at Oxford

28. Bill Clinton, Rhodes Scholar 1968

29. Students attend the University of Cambridge (1-4 yrs)
1994
Students attend the University of Cambridge (1-4 yrs)
Need bachelor’s degree and to be admitted to Cambridge and a constituent college in any field
Research distinction as undergraduate
“Create a network of future leaders”
Covers University fees, a maintenance allowance, and roundtrip airfare
Need to show sustained academic achievement
40 awarded to U.S.
Deadlines: Oct 16 for U.S.
(Internat’l deadlines)

30. Cambridge

31. University nomination Up to 33 awards given (1,000 apps)
1953
Students attend any of 89 universities in U.K. for one-two years of study
Be a U.S. citizen, have at least a 3.7 GPA, and a degree from a 4-year college or university
University nomination
Up to 33 awards given (1,000 apps)
Award ($42,000) includes a personal allowance for:
cost of living
arrival allowance
tuition, fees, books
daily expenses
approved travel
thesis preparation
and fares to and from the U.S.
Deadlines
Campus: April
National: October

32. UNR names 2012 Marshall
Reno native Max Alderman graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Nevada-Reno with a B.A. in Philosophy and Political Science. A Thompson, National Merit, and Carrie Layman Scholar, Max focuses on twentieth-century continental philosophy and compared the early ontology of Jean-Paul Sartre to Emmanuel Levinas' metaphysics in his honor's thesis. At Warwick University, he will pursue an MPhil in philosophy. Max is a two-time national champion of collegiate parliamentary debate, as well as the 2011 Debate All-American and a US Department of State Critical Language Scholar. Outside the classroom, he enjoys art, theater, LGBTQ activism, and eating massive amounts of cookies.

33. Study in Ireland?
Trinity College, Dublin

34. George Mitchell Scholarship
2000
Demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to community and public service.
Awards one year of post-grad study: tuition, board, stipend and travel expenses
Apply directly to the Us- Ireland Alliance
Deadlines:
Campus: August
National: October 10
For one year of graduate study at one of the nine Irish Universities in Ireland (7) or Northern Ireland (2)
12 awards given in any discipline offered at institutions in Ireland and Northern Ireland (250 apps)
Apply: Senior year
18-30 years old
3.7 GPA or better

35. University College, Dublin

36. Preparing for a Prestigious Scholarship

37. Start looking for a good fit
Resources on campus to look for scholarships and opportunities
Office of Undergraduate and Graduate Fellowships
Honors Program postings
Graduate School
Honorary Societies: Phi Kappa Phi, Golden Key
USAC: Boren, Gilman
Other resources
Search engines on the web
Knowledge Center
Community groups (Rotary clubs)
Other university scholarship/fellowship websites
University departments and faculty

38. Consult Fellowship Website
Explore the foundation website
Explore other universities’ websites and resources
Review the mission and purpose of each
Review eligibility requirements
Review selection criteria
Review past winners and other websites
Review guidelines and deadlines
Download application
Make appointment with fellowship advisor
Gather application materials and supporting documentation: transcripts, letters, references, language reports

39. Questions? Next…some strategies for successful applications.

40. Application Tips
Start the application process early, especially for scholarships like the Rhodes and British Marshall. You are in competition with students who have been planning this for years.
Apps are often due one year in advance of the start of the grant period. Campus deadlines are 2-6 months in advance.
Gather application materials
Start writing
Contact references
Give yourself enough time when writing proposals or personal statements to revise several times
Contact your references early; provide your resume and portfolio, information on the fellowship, and dates.
Submit complete application. Proofread.

41. Academic Record
Maintain a high GPA, especially in core courses and major. Most prestigious scholarship foundations look for GPAs of 3.9 or higher.
Take challenging classes
Honors classes: advanced, accelerated, challenging
Double major
Classes outside your major
Foreign language courses
Independent-study, special topics, and research projects
Presentations/conferences/posters

42. Involve Yourself in your Discipline
Research activities
(Honors) Senior thesis or undergraduate research
Individual or team research
Public showing, presentation, poster
Conferences, faculty presentations, lecturers
Honorary and academic societies in discipline, student-run organizations, professional organizations
Internships
International experience

43. Networking: Professional, Academic, Social
Be a good student
Develop relationships with faculty members
Seek opportunities to work with faculty
Attend professional meetings and faculty lectures
Offer your talents/skills

44. Community Service Service-learning integrated in college classes
Volunteerism on and off campus
International Service
Initiate a service project
Commitment over time: logged in hours
Nevada Volunteers

45. Stay Competitive: Take Risks
Competitive spirit
Enter student contests, awards, prizes
Apply for competitive scholarships
Get involved in sports or other extracurricular activities
Get involved in student governance
National and world citizenship
Initiate a community/national/international project
Keep current: read the New York Times, US News & World Report, National Review, The Nation
Attend cultural events
Travel

46. Communication Skills Read, Write, Speak often
Publications, school newspaper, tv, or radio
Presentations, panel discussions, or poster sessions (practice speaking in front of groups)
Writing essay contests
Communication/speech classes

47. Defining the Personal Essay? How do you stand out?
Generating Detail
Articulate a personal or professional inspiration
Discuss academic background or research skills
Establish long-term objectives
Relate to specifics about the target program
A personal statement is:
A picture of who you are as a person
An invitation to the reader to know you
An indication of your priorities and judgment
Your story of creative, meaningful self-reflection
Length: words

48. Recommendation Letters
Seek letters from people who know you and can speak knowledgeably about your talents and abilities.
Get to know professors, advisors, administrators, and other employees and forge good relationships with them.
Initiate contact by going to their offices with questions or comments.
Work with professors on research projects.
Look for opportunities for career and scholarship networking, mentoring relationships, and potential letter writers.

49. Practice
Do your homework: apply for scholarships, fellowships, and awards that fit your record and future goals
Attend campus events and workshops: Prof’l and Grad School Planning; USAC; Fellowship meetings; writing workshops
Apply for large and small scholarships. Get used to the application process.
Ask several faculty members to proofread your research proposal or essays.
Revise, revise, revise.
Participate in mock interviews. Many scholarships require several interviews.

50. Questions?
Contact information:
Dr. Daniel Villanueva
Dr. Tamara Valentine
(775)
Jot Travis Building, 11A, under the Overlook Café'