Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, with a side of Scholarships

Provides $30,000 stipends for graduating college seniors to pursue one year of public service anywhere in the world. The award allows recipients to engage in a meaningful public service activity for one year before proceeding on to graduate school or a career.  

During the 11-month fellowship, Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellows develop a deep understanding of solutions to hunger and poverty, and their own roles in achieving Zero Hunger in the U.S. Following orientation and field training in Washington, D.C., Emerson Fellows spend five months with community-based organizations throughout the U.S. In mid-February fellows return to Washington for a second placement with organizations and government agencies focused on national anti-hunger and anti-poverty policy.  

An intensive, transformative two-year experience designed for new college graduates interested in social impact leadership careers. Fellows work in paid positions at leading nonprofit organizations. The Fellowship experience includes direct service, strategic projects and professional development designed to jumpstart your career in social change. 

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 related to international affairs. Approximately 15 people will be hired to work as employees at Carnegie in Washington, DC on a full-time basis for a period of 10-12 months. Apply for UW nomination and get more details here. 

For students in the arts, humanities or social sciences fields planning to pursue a research-focused or creative-focused master's or doctoral program. Scholars receive $5,000 immediately prior to entering graduate school and an additional $30,000 while attending graduate school. Applicants must be college “juniors” (based on graduation date) with a documented history of receiving need-based financial aid. Apply for UW nomination and get more details here. 

The Pat Tillman Foundation identifies remarkable military service members, veterans and spouses, empowering them with academic scholarships, lifelong leadership development opportunities and a diverse, global community of high-performing mentors and peers. Scholars make an impact in the fields of healthcare, business, public service, STEM, education and the humanities. Average amount per year: $10,000. 

Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) is a 6-week summer enrichment program for college students to explore their career of interest in the world of healthcare (i.e., medicine, dentistry, nursing, optometry, pharmacy, physical therapy, public health, and more).  Some resources that are offered include but are not limited to clinical exposure, academic enrichment, career development, and financial literacy. 

Learn more by visiting UW’s SHPEP Registered Student Organization. 

The English Teaching Flagship Award gives applicants interested in English Teaching and Education the opportunity to live in Taiwan, participate in cultural exchange, and receive hands-on teaching experience.  

Sponsored by the U.S. Fulbright Taiwan Commission, The Foundation for Scholarly Exchange (FSE), and the Taiwan Ministry of Education.  

Renewable for several years (must be selected).