Fellowships and Scholarships for Graduate Study
There are more fellowships and scholarships than you might think there are to help fund graduate or professional study. It’s helpful to be creative and persistent in your search, and in your applications. This research will give you an overview of some of the fellowships out there, and tips for searching for opportunities.
Projects for Peace Alumni Award (graduates)
Projects for Peace is a global program that partners with educational institutions to identify and support young peacebuilders and changemakers. Each year, the Projects for Peace Alumni Award will award up to $50,000 to support the continuing peacebuilding efforts of a past Projects for Peace grantee. The Award is made possible through the Kathryn Wasserman Davis Collaborative in Conflict Transformation at Middlebury. Campus application deadline typically in January.
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Introduction to Fellowships for Graduates
Fellowships and scholarships can fund graduate or professional study, purposeful travel, professional placements, self-designed projects, and so much more. They can help you build your experience and qualifications, help you explore a passion, and clarify a path forward. What would you do with a fellowship?
Yenching Academy Scholarship at Peking University (seniors & graduates)
The Yenching Academy of Peking University builds bridges between China and the rest of the world through an interdisciplinary master’s program in China Studies for outstanding graduates from all over the globe. This initiative brings together young people who show promise to lead and innovate in their fields in an intensive learning environment where they can explore China and its role in the world — past, present, and future. The Academy aims to thereby shape a new generation of global citizens with a nuanced understanding of China and its role in the world.
Wellesley is an official Partner Institution for the Yenching Academy: campus deadline typically in November.
Marshall Scholarship (rising seniors & graduates)
Supports one or two years of study in any discipline at a university in the United Kingdom. Eligible are graduating seniors and recent gradiates who are US citizens. Campus application deadline for Wellesley's endorsement typically in August.
McCall MacBain Scholarships at McGill (rising seniors & graduates)
The McCall MacBain Scholarships seek to bring together exceptional students from around the world who strive to engage in positive change by taking on meaningful leadership roles. McCall MacBain Scholars connect with mentors and participate in an interdisciplinary leadership program while pursuing a fully funded master’s or professional degree at McGill University! (Campus deadline typically in August.)
Schwarzman Scholars Program (rising seniors & graduates)
Supports leadership development & a special one-year Master’s program at Tsinghua University in Beijing, taught in English. Eligible are graduating seniors, current graduate and professional students, and recent graduates from any country and any major (knowledge of Mandarin is an asset but is not required). Official deadlines typically in May and September.
Rhodes Scholarship (rising seniors & graduates)
Did you know that citizens of any country are now eligible to apply for the Rhodes Scholarships, for graduate study at the University of Oxford? Campus deadline for Wellesley applicants for Global Rhodes is typically in early June and for the Canadian and US Rhodes typically in late August. Application deadlines for other Rhodes competitions may fall even earlier (see their website, and Career Education deadline listings). All prospective Wellesley Rhodes applicants are encouraged to seek advice from Kate Dailinger, of Wellesley's Career Education, and learn more through this resource page.
Mitchell Scholarship (rising seniors & graduates)
*As of March, 2024, the Mitchell Scholarship has paused the selection of new Scholars. There will be no new class selected in autumn 2024, but they hope in future to be able to re-open this award.
Supports one year of study in any discipline at a university in Ireland. Eligible are graduating seniors and graduates who are US citizens between the ages of 18 and 30. Campus application deadline for seniors (who must seek institutional nomination) typically in August; graduates apply directly for the Mitchell but are very welcome to seek application advice from Wellesley's Fellowships office.
Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program (seniors & graduates)
Offers full scholarships for any graduate or professional degree offered at Stanford University, plus leadership development, aimed at preparing leaders to find creative solutions for the world's greatest problems. Eligible are graduating seniors and recent graduates, from any country. Apply to the Knight-Hennessy by their deadline in early October, and to the Stanford degree program of your choice by the deadline for that program.
Fulbright U.S. Student Program Overview official webinar!
Thursday, June 6th 2024, 4:00 pm -
5:00 pm EDT
Calling current juniors, seniors, recent graduates, and any interested US students, of any class year -
Be inspired by where *you* could go in future with Fulbright! Hear from Fulbright staff and Alumni Ambassadors about the opportunities Fulbright offers for U.S. citizens to pursue graduate or professional study, conduct research, or teach English in more than 140 countries.
Luce Scholars Program - official webinar
Thursday, May 16th 2024, 2:00 pm -
3:00 pm EDT
US citizens and permanent residents of any class year or major - especially juniors, seniors, & grads - curious to learn more about the Luce Scholars Program are warmly encouraged to join this webinar!Established in 1974, the Luce Scholars Program is a nationally competitive fellowship that offers early career leaders immersive, professional experiences in Asia.
Luce Scholars Program - official webinar
Wednesday, May 29th 2024, 3:00 pm -
4:00 pm EDT
US citizens and permanent residents of any class year or major - especially juniors, seniors, & grads - curious to learn more about the Luce Scholars Program are warmly encouraged to join this webinar!Established in 1974, the Luce Scholars Program is a nationally competitive fellowship that offers early career leaders immersive, professional experiences in Asia.
Luce Scholars Program - official webinar
Monday, June 10th 2024, 12:00 pm -
1:00 pm EDT
US citizens and permanent residents of any class year or major - especially juniors, seniors, & grads - curious to learn more about the Luce Scholars Program are warmly encouraged to join this webinar!Established in 1974, the Luce Scholars Program is a nationally competitive fellowship that offers early career leaders immersive, professional experiences in Asia.
Fulbright webinar: Black Alumni Panel!
Tuesday, June 18th 2024, 4:00 pm -
5:00 pm EDT
Calling current juniors, seniors, recent graduates, and any interested US students, of any class year -?"Your Future with Fulbright" series focuses on elevating diverse voices in the Fulbright U.S. Student Program and encourages applicants to imagine themselves going abroad. This panel hosts Black Fulbright Alumni who will share the impact Fulbright has had on their lives. Come and listen to their experiences and be inspired!?Fulbright offers funded opportunities for U.S.
Fulbright webinar: Hispanic and Latinx Alumni Panel!
Tuesday, July 9th 2024, 4:00 pm -
5:00 pm EDT
Calling current juniors, seniors, recent graduates, and any interested US students, of any class year -?"Your Future with Fulbright" series focuses on elevating diverse voices in the Fulbright U.S. Student Program and encourages applicants to imagine themselves going abroad. This panel hosts Hispanic and Latinx Fulbright Alumni who will share the impact Fulbright has had on their lives. Come and listen to their experiences and be inspired!?Fulbright offers funded opportunities for U.S.
Fulbright webinar: Asian American & Pacific Islander Alumni Panel!
Thursday, May 9th 2024, 4:00 pm -
5:00 pm EDT
Calling current juniors, seniors, recent graduates, and any interested US students, of any class year -
"Your Future with Fulbright" series focuses on elevating diverse voices in the Fulbright U.S. Student Program and encourages applicants to imagine themselves going abroad. This panel hosts Asian American and Pacific Islander Fulbright Alumni who will share the impact Fulbright has had on their lives. Come and listen to their experiences and be inspired!
Luce Scholars Program application advice - official webinar
Wednesday, August 14th 2024, 11:00 am -
12:00 pm EDT
US citizens and permanent residents of any class year or major - especially juniors, seniors, & grads - curious to learn more about the Luce Scholars Program are warmly encouraged to join this webinar!Established in 1974, the Luce Scholars Program is a nationally competitive fellowship that offers early career leaders immersive, professional experiences in Asia.