Happy Week 4 – can you believe it? We hope you had a blast at the UW vs. Michigan home game (revenge!) and the chance to stroll through the Quad to enjoy the Autumn foliage.
Fall quarter can feel very overwhelming, especially for new and transfer students. So don’t hesitate to schedule an advising appointment with someone from our team or join an info session (in-person or online).
Info Sessions & Events
Foreign Affairs Information Technology (FAIT) Fellowship Info Session
Tomorrow! Wednesday, October 16 | 12-12:45 p.m. | Zoom - RSVP here
The Foreign Affairs Information Technology (FAIT) Fellowship is designed for highly talented individuals who want to pursue an IT-related undergraduate or graduate degree and a career in the Foreign Service. This two-year fellowship program funded by the U.S. Department of State provides academic funding, internships, professional development, and mentorship, and culminates in a career in the Foreign Service as a Diplomatic Technology Officer.
Also, tomorrow!
Goldwater Scholarship Info Session
October 16 | 4-5 p.m. | MGH 171 | RSVP here
The Barry Goldwater Scholarship is designed to attract outstanding students into research careers in mathematics, the natural sciences, and engineering. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit to students who are sophomores or juniors during the current academic year and who have excellent academic records and demonstrated interest in and potential for research careers in mathematics, the natural sciences, or engineering. The Goldwater Scholarship covers undergraduate eligible expenses for tuition, fees, books, and room and board to a maximum of $7,500 per academic year. UW nomination deadline: Nov 7.
Later this month:
Graduate Study at the University of Cambridge: Information Session
Monday, Oct 28, 2024 | 12 – 1 pm | MGH 171 | RSVP here
Join Nathan Lamb from the Office of Admissions at the University of Cambridge for a presentation on all things Cambridge. Get your questions answered, like: What is it like to study at Cambridge? What GPA do you need? How do you apply? Which programmes are on offer? Are there scholarships available?
Carnegie Endowment Gaither Junior Fellowship Information Session
October 29 | 5-6 p.m. | Virtual - Zoom | RSVP here
The James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace is designed to provide a substantive work experience for students who have a serious career interest in the area of international affairs. Approximately 15 students will be hired to work as employees at Carnegie in Washington, DC on a full-time basis for a period of 10-12 months.
Critical Language Scholarship: UW Writing Workshop
October 30 | 4-5 p.m. | Virtual - Zoom | RSVP here
Applying to the Critical Language Scholarship Program for intensive language study in summer 2025? Please join UW advisers for a workshop covering the application's short essays and personal statement. You’ll also have time to work on your writing materials! Deadline for applications is November 19.
Application Writing and Feedback Session
October 31 | 3-4:30 p.m. | MGH 171 | RSVP here
Drop-in to work on your scholarship applications and, if you wish, to get personalized feedback on your materials. Stop by anytime and stay for as long or short as you like.
Deadlines that are coming up soon!
USAID Payne International Development Graduate Fellowship Program: October 24
Awards up to 30 fellowships valued at up to $52,000 annually for a two-year graduate degree program, internships, and professional development activities, creating a pathway to the USAID Foreign Service.
Mary Gates Research and Leadership Scholarships: October 28
Mary Gates Scholarships provide $5,000 ($2,500 per quarter for two quarters) for ALL undergraduate students to pursue leadership or research activities. These scholarships benefit students in the current academic year and connect students with a community of scholars and mentors. Application Deadline: Monday, October 28, 2024 at 5pm
Schedule advising appointments for assistance with general questions about the Mary Gates Endowment at https://expd.uw.edu/mge/advising/ or email mgates@uw.edu for any questions.
Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans: October 31
Awards up to 30 fellowships of $45,000/year for up to two years of graduate study at U.S. universities in any degree field, to support New Americans who will go on to make distinctive contributions to American society, culture or their field.
Yenching Academy of Peking University: November 1
A fully-funded master’s degree program in Beijing, China. Open to undergraduate seniors, graduate students and UW alumni who might be interested in this interdisciplinary program at Peking University. UW students and alumni must be nominated to apply.
Truman Scholarship: November 15
The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation awards merit-based scholarships to college students who plan to pursue careers in government or elsewhere in public service. Truman Scholars receive up to $30,000 for graduate or professional school, participate in leadership development activities, and have special opportunities for internships and employment with the federal government. UW students must be nominated to apply.
DAAD Rise in Germany: November 30
Summer Research for students in the field of biology, chemistry, computer science, physics, earth science, engineering or a closely related field is offered by DAAD RISE (Research Internships in Science and Engineering). Prior knowledge of German is not always required:
RISE Germany: undergraduates complete a mentored summer research internship at top German universities and research institutions.
RISE Professional: Master’s and Ph.D. students are placed at companies and non-university research institutions with strong relations to industry. Depending on the internship, recent graduates are also eligible.
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