Amount: $90,000
Deadline: October 26
Level: graduate
Renewable: No
About
This program supports New Americans pursuing graduate degrees and aspiring to make significant contributions to the United States. The application is rigorous and heavily relies on essays that explore personal and professional journeys.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: none
- Demographic: immigrant
- New Americans (immigrants or children of immigrants) who are 30 years old or younger and pursuing graduate degrees in the U.S.
Required Materials
- Application form
- Essays (multiple)
- Official transcript
- Recommendation letters
- Test scores (GRE/GMAT/LSAT/MCAT)
Timeline
Applications open July 12. Deadline October 26. Finalists interviewed January. Fellows announced April.
Tips
Your essays should powerfully articulate your unique immigrant experience, your academic and professional achievements, and your vision for contributing to American society. Be deeply reflective and demonstrate intellectual curiosity and leadership. Seek extensive feedback.