Amount: $27,000 - $50,000 (stipend)
Deadline: December 14
Level: graduate, phd, postdoc
Renewable: Yes
About
The Ford Foundation Fellowships aim to increase the diversity of the nation's college and university faculties. They provide support for individuals who have demonstrated superior academic achievement and are committed to careers in teaching and research.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.0+
- Demographic: african-american, hispanic, native-american, asian, women, first-gen, disability
- Commitment to a career in teaching and research at the university level, especially for underrepresented groups
Required Materials
- Online application
- Statement of purpose
- Personal statement
- Dissertation proposal (for dissertation/postdoc)
- Official transcripts
- 3 recommendation letters
Timeline
Applications open September. Deadline December 14. Notifications in April.
Tips
Explicitly address your commitment to diversity in higher education. Showcase your research potential and articulate how your background contributes to unique perspectives.