It’s not too late! OSSP has extended the British scholarships deadline to May 26!!!
If you are interested in studying in the UK after graduating, please contact Beth Powers (bpowers@uic.edu) about the great opportunities offered by the Rhodes, Marshall, Gates Cambridge and Mitchell scholarships. You will need to obtain UIC’s application forms at bpowers@uic.edu if you would like to apply.
The UK & Ireland
The British scholarships include the Rhodes, Marshall, Gates Cambridge and Mitchell. These awards give you the opportunity to study at a British university for 1-4 years. Strong candidates typically have a 3.7 GPA or higher, a record of service and leadership, and strong academic qualifications for what they are proposing to study in the UK.
Fulbright
While the Fulbright deadline is not until fall (Sept. 11), early planning is essential. Fulbright offers the opportunity to teach or do research/study abroad.
Begin your research now…
Fulbright Student Award http://us.fulbrightonline.org/
Gates Cambridge Scholarship http://www.gatescambridge.org/
Marshall Scholarship http://www.marshallscholarship.org/
Rhodes Scholarship http://www.rhodesscholar.org/
Mitchell Scholarship http://www.us-irelandalliance.org/content/3/en/George%20Mitchell%20Scholarship%20Program%20%7c%20US-Ireland%20Alliance.html
Post-baccalaureate opportunities http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/GapYear.htm
Summer is a great time to explore scholarships with fall deadlines. If you are interested in discussing any of these awards, please contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu
