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• Fulbright competition for going abroad in 17-18 is now open!

  Jul 13, 2016 3:15 pm61 views

  2017-2018 Application Cycle – OPEN!!!

  UIC Deadline: September 9, 2016

  Final deadline: October 11, 2016

  What you need to know now:

  Fulbright webinars can provide a great introduction to the Fulbright programs. In addition, you can reach out to Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu to discuss Fulbright.

  Webinars:

  July 7: Fulbright Clinton Public Policy Fellowship Introduction

  July 19: Applications in the Arts: Portfolio Information Session

  July 19: General Q&A for Fulbright U.S. Student Program 

  July 26: Study/Research: Statement of Grant Purpose & Letter of Affiliation

  July 27: Meet Fulbright- National Geographic Alumni

   2017-2018 Competition Webinar Schedule is now updated on the website http://us.fulbrightonline.org/component/events/?view=events  

  General webinars are uploaded to the U.S. Student Program website.  

  *NEW*Award Spotlight: Netherlands ETA (10)  

   Well-qualified U.S. Bachelor’s and Master’s graduates from all fields of study are welcome to apply. Preference will be given to candidates with previous teaching experience and plans to pursue a career in education. Applicants should be enthusiastic, highly motivated and flexible in order to successfully work with a team of teachers in several different classroom settings. Candidates are encouraged to include a capstone project proposal in their applications.Grantees will be placed in one or two secondary schools and/or middle vocational training schools throughout the Netherlands in areas with low populations of native English speakers. ETAs will spend between 20 and 24 hours each week teaching. In addition, grantees are required to carry out a supplementary project over the course of their grant. This can be in the form of creating an extracurricular club (language, sport, or culture club) or research project related to education. These projects will be presented at an end-of-year conference and complied for future ETAs to use as a resource. 

  Dutch language proficiency is not required. Some study of Dutch prior to arrival is encouraged. 

  For more information about this award, please contact Marla Mazer, Senior Program Manager, Fulbright U.S. Student Program (mmazer@iie.org or 212-984-5327).  

  Arts Applicants:

  All Arts applicants and those applying to the Young Journalism Program in Germany MUST submit Supplementary Materials in addition to their application in Embark. FPAs do not have access to view materials submitted through this portal. I encourage you to work with students on their portfolio BEFORE they upload it to this site. 

  The Supplementary Materials Upload Portal is NEW this year- please do not send applicants to last year’s site.

  Beth Powers

  Director, Office of Special Scholarship Programs

  ossp.uic.edu

  bpowers@uic.edu

   

• Fulbright Fellowship for Teaching English or Research Abroad, Due Fri. 9/12

  Sep 8, 2014 5:00 pm34 views

  Immediately after World War II in 1946, Congress created the Fulbright Program, to foster mutual understanding among nations through educational and cultural exchange. Students participate in English teaching or a self-designed program of study that can include research, university coursework, art projects, language study and more. The grants are available to over 150 countries, and generally provide round-trip transportation, language or orientation courses, maintenance for the academic year, and supplemental health and accident insurance. Applicants must be U.S. citizens who hold a BA or BS by the beginning of the grant period.

  The UIC deadline is September 12.  The national deadline is October 15.  There is still time to prepare an application!  If you're interested, read more here and then contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu 

• Fulbright-National Geographic Digital Storytelling Fellowship, Due 2/28

  Feb 3, 2014 5:45 pm31 views

  The new component of the Fulbright Program will offer up to five awards to U.S. citizens for nine months of overseas travel and multi-media storytelling on globally significant social or environmental topics. Fellows will focus their digital stories on one of the program’s eight themes: biodiversity, cities, cultures, disasters, energy, food, oceans, and water. The Fulbright-National Geographic Fellowship will provide a unique platform for U.S. Fulbrighters to undertake an in-depth exploration of a globally relevant issue, comparing and contrasting how that issue is experienced across borders. Utilizing a variety of digital storytelling tools and media, including blogs, photography, video, and social media, Fellows will share their stories by providing content to a National Geographic blog and other platforms with the support of National Geographic’s editorial team.

  Click on the post to learn more.

• Fulbright, Rhodes, Gates Cambridge and Other Fellowship and Scholarship Updates – Now's the perfect time to start the application process!

  Jun 12, 2019 3:45 pm1818 views

• Fulbright Student Award and Schwarzman Scholarship (Teach, Research, or Study Abroad after graduation!), Info Session 9/3, Application Deadline 9/11

  Sep 2, 2015 1:00 pm92 views

  As the fall term begins, it's time to think about applying for the Fulbright Student Award and the Schwarzman Scholarship! Both of these awards provide exciting opportunities for going abroad to further your education.  They both seek high achieving, highly motivated students. 

  There is a Fulbright and Schwarzman information session on Thursday, Sept. 3 at noon in 850 UH or you can follow up with one of our staff (below) if you have questions.

  The Fulbright Student Award
  The Fulbright sends students abroad to do a program of study or research in one of around 160 countries OR to teach English for a year in one of over 50 countries. You must have your bachelor's degree before you leave, but you can apply at any point in your life once you have that first degree. The UIC campus deadline is Sept. 11. There is still time to apply! You can find detailed information about the Fulbright at http://us.fulbrightonline.org/fulbright-us-student-program

  Fulbright Study/Research Grant
  You put together a proposal of study or research that would take 10-12 months to perform. Some countries require you to know the language well, others are flexible. Programs of study can include classes, research projects, library work, observations, training in the creative arts, surveys, lab work - in short, anything that would help you study or learn more about your proposed topic.

  The English Teaching Assistantship
  Fulbright also offers students the chance to teach English.  Options exist at the high school, elementary and the college level. Many countries have no language requirement. The English Teaching Assistants (ETA) are generally students who have some teaching experience, and believe that the ETA experience will help to prepare them for what they are doing in the future.

  The Schwarzman Scholarship
  The Schwarzman offers a select group of students the opportunity to earn a one year master’s degree at Tsinghua University in China. Candidates need not be Chinese speakers. Strong candidates will have excellent academic qualifications and an interest in learning about China as well as leadership experience. Enrolled students must be nominated by UIC. UIC’s campus deadline is Sept 14. There is still time to apply! You can find detailed information at http://schwarzmanscholars.org/

  How can I apply?

  If students are interested in any of the awards listed, they should reach out to OSSP staff immediately. Current seniors and alumni are all welcome.

  Fulbright Study/Research Grant –Molly Hildebrand, mhild@uic.edu
  Fulbright ETA –Beth Powers bpowers@uic.edu
  Schwarzman Scholarship –Beth Powers, bpowers@uic.edu

• Fulbright Student Awards

  Jun 27, 2014 7:30 am266 views

  Interested in teaching English or conducting research overseas for a year after you graduate?  A strong Fulbright application requires a great deal of thinking, planning and writing. Summer is the perfect time to begin to prepare for the September deadline! 

  What is the Fulbright?

  • Immediately after World War II, Congress created the Fulbright Program to foster mutual understanding among nations through educational and cultural exchange.
  • The U.S. Student Program awards approximately 1,800 grants annually and sends students to over 155 countries worldwide.
  • Students participate in a self-designed program of study that can include research, university coursework, language study and more. Alternatively, students can also choose to assist in teaching English in one of over 70 countries, at various levels.
  • Candidates must have US citizenship at time of application and a bachelor's degree before starting their service period. Bachelor’s holders are eligible to apply at any point in life after graduation. 

  Fulbright Full Grant vs. Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship (ETA)

  • Full Grant: requires a proposal of study or research that would take 10-12 months to perform. Some countries require knowledge of the language, others are flexible. Programs of study can include classes, research projects, library work, observations, training in the creative arts, surveys, lab work - in short, anything that would help a student study or learn more about the proposed topic.
  • ETA: offers students the chance to apply to teach English.  In some countries ETAs teach in a high school, in others elementary and in others at the college level. Language requirements vary from country to country, and many countries have no requirement. ETAs are generally students who have some teaching experience and believe that the ETA experience will help to prepare them for what they are doing in the future.

  What are the benefits?

  • These grants generally provide round-trip transportation, language or orientation courses, maintenance for the academic year (based on living costs in the host country), and supplemental health and accident insurance.
  • The Fulbright name is well respected in the U.S. and beyond. Past scholars have considered it an experience of a lifetime. They learn about new cultures or deepen their knowledge of one they already were acquainted with. They make new friends and engage in an in-depth teaching or learning experience that gives them depth of knowledge and skills in their chosen field, and helps set the stage for greater independence in their next career move. They develop a more sophisticated understanding of their host country, the U.S. and themselves.

  Where can I find more information?

  • Visit the Fulbright website at http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html
  • Contact our office to confirm your interest. We can communicate about Fulbright in person, by phone or through email.

  Interested?  Contact:

  Beth Powers, [bpowers@uic.edu, oversees Fulbright Full Grant applications]

  Sheena Miller, [sheena@uic.edu, oversees Fulbright ETA applications]

• Fulbright UK Summer Institute Programmes, Deadline 2/23

  Nov 30, 2015 3:45 pm46 views

  The US-UK Fulbright Commission has opened applications for the UK Summer Institute Award Programmes for US Undergraduates.  

  The Fulbright UK Summer Institute Programmes offer students a fantastic opportunity to be immersed in the study of British academics and culture. Students will take part in research, collaboration, presentation, and cultural events at an esteemed British university. They will enhance their leadership skills, develop knowledge and understanding of new subjects, and become ambassadors for the United Kingdom and the United States.   Students from all areas of study are encouraged to apply. Each Summer Institute will cover a different theme such as acting at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, the history of the slave trade in England, or the political, social and economic relationships of Northern Ireland. These institutes include:

  AIFS Summer Institute at Shakespeare’s Globe

  Durham University Summer Institute

  King’s College London Summer Institute

  University of Bristol Summer Institute

  University of Exeter Summer Institute

  Queen’s University Belfast

  Scotland Summer Institute

  Wales Summer Institute  

  To meet the minimum eligibility, applicants must:

  be a US citizen and possess a US passport; be at least 18 years old; have a high level of academic achievement with a minimum GPA of 3.7 (confirmed by academic marks, awards and references); have at least two years of university study upon their return ( i.e. applicants should currently be a Freshman or Sophomore in college/university) be mature, responsible, independent, and open-minded

  The Awards will cover the majority of all costs incurred, including flights to and from the UK, university fees, and room and board at the host UK University. Please Note: There have been two changes made to this year’s application process.

  Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.7 All references must be submitted online (applicants should direct their references to the webpage of their selected institute where they can the online reference letter form)

  Deadlines for 2016 are:  23 February or 26 February, 2016 – depending on the Institute. Each Programme also varies in duration, from three to six weeks.  Please make sure to check the specific Institute page for the particular deadline.    

  The US-UK Fulbright Commission would greatly appreciate your efforts in circulating information about these programmes amongst your eligible students.   

  Application instructions have also been placed on the UK Summer Institute webpage for student reference. We recommend they read all the information on the website before beginning an application as it may answer many initial questions.   

   

  Questions? Please contact the Fulbright Awards staff via email at programmes@fulbright.org.uk.

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  Fulbright Week – April 8 - 12

  Apr 9, 2019 2:30 pm175 views
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  Fulbright Week - General Information Session (with food!) at the Honors College – April 19

  Apr 17, 2018 3:15 pm92 views

• Fulbright Week: Info Sessions, Alumni Panel, and Public Health Info this Week

  Apr 14, 2014 3:15 pm155 views

  Fulbright week at UIC is happening! Please take note of these information sessions and follow up with OSSP if you would like to talk about Fulbright options:

  Tuesday 4/15: College of Medicine Fulbright and Other Scholarships Info Session
  Information about opportunities for students of medicine
  3 - 4pm, CMW 106

  Wednesday 4/16: Fulbright Panel
  UIC Alumni discuss their experiences applying for and participating in Fulbright
  4-5pm, 2550 UH

  Thursday, 4/17: Fulbright School of Public Health Presentation
  Information about funded opportunities to pursue research in public health overseas
  12 - 1pm, SPH 192

  More information:

  •      Information on Fulbright Week at UIC: http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/infosessionschedule.htm 
  •      Link to the flyer promoting the week: http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/Fulbright%20Week%20Handout%202014.pdf 
  •      Detailed information about the Fulbright can be found at: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html 

  UIC deadline: Sept. 12, national deadline: Oct.17

  Students who plan projects early and work on them over the summer will find the application process MUCHeasier.

  What is the Fulbright grant?

  The Fulbright Scholarship sends students abroad to do a program of study or research in one of around 140 countries OR to teach English for a year in one of over 50 countries. You must have your bachelor's degree before you leave, but you can apply at any point in your life once you have that first degree. For a Fulbright Full Grant you put together a proposal of study or research that would take 10-12 months to perform. Some countries require you to know the language well, others are flexible on language requirements. Programs of study can include classes, research projects, library work, observations, training in the creative arts, surveys, lab work - in short, anything that would help you study or learn more about your proposed topic.

  Tell me more about the teaching grants...

  Fulbright also offers students the chance to apply to teach English.  In some countries you would teach in a high school, in others elementary and in others at the college level. Language requirements vary from country to country. Many countries have no language requirement. The English Teaching Assistants (ETA) are generally students who have some teaching experience, and believe that the ETA experience will help to prepare them for what they are doing in the future.

  Why should I consider it?
  The Fulbright name is well respected in the U.S. and beyond. Past scholars have considered it an experience of a lifetime. They learn about new cultures or deepen their knowledge of one they already were acquainted with. They make new friends and engage in an in-depth teaching or learning experience that gives them depth of knowledge and skills in their chosen field, and helps set the stage for greater independence in their next career move. They develop a more sophisticated understanding of their host country, the U.S. and themselves.

  Questions?

  OSSP staff welcome questions from students and advisors about the Fulbright. Please direct questions about the full grant to Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu; questions about the teaching assistantships to Sheena Miller, sheena@uic.edu; and questions about graduate students applying to Marie Khan at mkhanj@uic.edu 

• Funding Opportunity for Study Program in the National Parks or Winter Short-Term Study Abroad in Peru, Apply by Wed. 4/8

  Apr 2, 2015 5:15 am26 views

  The Upper Midwest Regional Honors Council has funding opportunities available for Honors students who wish to participate in either of the following opportunities:

  - Partners in the Parks: Partners in the Parks is an outdoor experiential learning program sponsored by Southern Utah University and Cedar Breaks National Monument in cooperation with the National Collegiate Honors Council.  Partners in the Parks projects at national parks across the country offer unique opportunities for collegiate honors students and faculty to visit areas of the American landscape noted for their beauty, significance and lasting value. See more information, including the list of 2015 Partners in the Parks Programs, here: http://nchchonors.org/partners-in-the-parks/ 

  - Honors Semesters: "Health without Borders: A Winterim Peru": Dec. 30, 2015 - Jan. 20, 2016
  A joint offering of The Honors College at Florida International University and the National Collegiate Honors Council Semesters Committee, this winterim is a unique opportunity for students to engage in experiential learning that emphasizes independent research projects focused on the contrast between urban and rural areas of the Peruvian Amazon. An overview of the people and environment of the Amazon will provide students the necessary background to design and implement interdisciplinary projects during their stay in Iquitos, Peru (the major city of the western Amazon) and at the Madre Selva Biological Station (Orosa River).  Learn more at http://nchchonors.org/news/honors-semester/.

  Apply for $1000 funding for either opportunity by April 8: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1j2Vd0olE01xjucKKeEsK-5CWNr9Dwc6yeFslnQeadig/viewform 

• Garden Club of America’s Urban Forestry Fellowship, Apply by Fri. 1/31

  Jan 30, 2014 5:45 pm28 views

  The Garden Club of America (GCA) with the support of Casey Trees in Washington, DC, is soliciting applications for its national urban forestry fellowship. GCA has a history of interest in the health of the urban forest and would like to support young scientists in their undergraduate and graduate studies in this field.  The study areas of interest are far reaching, including urban forest management and planning as well as topics in biology, ecology, or human health that will specifically move urban forest science forward. The fellowship is open to both graduate students and advanced undergraduates pursuing degrees in urban forestry, forestry, horticulture, environmental studies or a closely related field at any 4-year college or university degree program in the United States.  Click on the post to view more.

• Gary Kielhofner Model of Human Occupation Research and Scholarship Award, Due 12/1

  Nov 23, 2014 3:15 pm72 views

  Gary Kielhofner Model of Human Occupation Research and Scholarship Award

  Application Deadline:                   December 1^st, Annually

  Amount of Award:                          $1000.00

  Award Notification:                        January 1^st, of the subsequent year

  This award will be made to a UIC pre-OT undergraduate, OT graduate student, or undergraduate or graduate student from a related health sciences field to support a supervised research or scholarship project focused on Kielhofner’s Model of Human Occupation. Preference will be given to UIC undergraduates who (a) are members of the UIC Honors College, (b) are members of the UIC Pre-OT club, and/or (c) have a specific interest in OT. Students must be actively enrolled for credit at UIC for at least two semesters and must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0.  See attached for application and more information.  Contact Professor Taylor at rtaylor@uic.edu with questions.

• Generation Google Scholarship, Deadline Mon. 3/3

  Feb 12, 2014 4:30 pm51 views

  Established to help aspiring computer scientists excel in technology and become leaders in the field.

  Selected students will receive 10,000 USD (for those studying in the US) or 5,000 CAD (for those studying in Canada) for the 2014-2015 school year. Current undergraduate or graduate students will be invited to attend the Google Scholars’ Retreat in the summer of 2014.

  Deadline: 3 March, http://www.google.com/edu/students/the-generation-google-scholarship/ 

• German-American Youth Exchange Info Session, Thurs. 9/25

  Sep 12, 2014 1:45 pm38 views

  German-American Youth Exchange Info Session

  September 25 (Thursday) 3:30 to 4 PM University Hall 1501

  The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals (CBYX) is a reciprocal exchange program between the United States and Germany, designed to strengthen ties and understanding between the people of both countries. The fellowship is annually awarded to 75 American and 75 German young professionals, and is funded by the German Bundestag and the U.S. Congress through the Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). CBYX participants act as ambassadors of their home country and culture while immersing themselves in the academic, professional, and everyday life of their host culture.

  Followed by Pizza for German majors and minors and those curious about German at UIC from 4-5 PM

  Contact Professor Rott for more details: SROTT@UIC.EDU

• Gilman, CLS, and NSEP Scholarship Session, Tues. 9/8

  Sep 4, 2015 4:00 pm27 views

  GILMAN, CLS, AND NSEP SCHOLARSHIP SESSION 

  A Scholarship session will be held in University Hall room 850 at 3pm. This info session will go over how to apply and be more competitive for the Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship, Critical Language Scholarship, and National Security Educational Program Boren Scholarship. Date: September 8, 2015

  Questions?  Contact ssp@uic.edu or (312) 355-2477.

• Gilman Scholarship for Study Abroad Applications due Oct. 1

  Sep 16, 2019 3:30 pm59 views

• Gilman Scholarship for Study Abroad Workshop, Thurs. 9/17

  Sep 16, 2015 4:45 pm48 views

  Are you thinking about studying abroad?  Are you looking for funding?

  The Office of Special Scholarship Programs welcomes the opportunity to make your application more competitive! Learn more about Study Abroad Scholarships and the application process at our informational sessions!

  Session 1: Study Abroad Scholarships including Boren, Gilman, Critical Languages, and more!
  When: Tuesday September 8th, 3-4p.m
  Where: University Hall 850

  Session 2: Gilman Scholarship- Finalize Your Application and Hear From Past Winners!
  When: Thursday September 17th, 3-5p.m
  Where: University Hall 650

  Questions?  Learn more at www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp.  Contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu. 

• Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship – Application Deadline: Oct 1

  Sep 23, 2019 3:45 pm207 views

• Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship Information Session II, Tues. 2/17

  Feb 13, 2015 5:15 pm74 views

  If you have a Pell Grant in your application package and are interested in studying abroad during Summer or Fall 2015, you need to get started on your Gilman Scholarship application!

  Gilman Scholarships for Summer and Autumn Semesters - (MUST BE A PELL GRANT RECIPIENT) awards up to $5,000 for study abroad with the possibility of an additional $3,000 to study a critical language - Deadline: March 3 - website: http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/gilman.htm

  Attend an upcoming Info Session to learn more:

  • Gilman Scholarship Info Session II: Tips for crafting the Gilman application
  • Tuesday, Feb. 17 from 2:30 - 3:30 pm, 850 UH

  For more information, contact ssp@uic.edu. 

• Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship Info Session

  Feb 1, 2022 11:15 am18 views

• Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship, Info Session Wed. 2/24, Deadline 3/1

  Feb 22, 2016 10:45 am57 views

  Are you thinking of studying abroad?  Looking for funding?  The Gilman International Scholarship Program provides awards of up to $5,000 (plus up to a $3,000 supplement for critical languages) for U.S. citizen undergraduate students to pursue summer, semester or year-long study abroad and internship opportunities in other countries. This is a need-based award, and to be eligible students must be currently receiving a Federal Pell Grant at the time of application. Applicants must be studying or interning abroad for a minimum of four weeks in one country on a credit-bearing program.

  The Office of Special Scholarship Programs is willing to assist in reviewing your scholarship application material - in fact, we welcome the opportunity to help make your application more competitive! As such, we are offering two sessions about the Gilman Scholarship.

  The dates and times are:

  Gilman scholarship information session, Wednesday, February 3, 12-1,  SAO office, UH 502
  Learn about the Gilman scholarship, hear from staff from the Study Abroad Office, learn what it takes to apply and hear from past winners.

  Gilman Application Workshop, Wednesday February 24, noon, room UH 2550
  The Gilman is due March 1! Bring in your application for a final review.

  Students who cannot attend these sessions are also welcome to make appointments with OSSP to discuss their applications. If you are interested in summer, fall or academic year study, the deadline is March 1. For full scholarship eligibility criteria and the online application, please access the Gilman Program website at http://www.iie.org/gilman    

  Please note that you will need to meet with a study abroad advisor to certify your application.  Students can identify study abroad programs through the Study Abroad Office in 502 University Hall. You need to plan to attend a First Step Session to get the process started and sign up information can be found here: https://studyabroad.uic.edu/first-steps/  

  Students interested in exchange programs can find more information by visiting the Office of International Affairs in 509 University Hall or http://oia.uic.edu/students/exchange-program/list-of-exchange-options/ 

  The Gilman application deadline is March 1. To set up an appointment to talk about the Gilman, please email ssp@uic.edu Start planning now for an exciting experience studying abroad!

• Glamour's 2015 Top 10 College Women Competition, Due 9/15

  May 22, 2014 11:45 am154 views

  Glamour's 2015 Top 10 College Women Competition honors the country's ten most incredible undergrads with scholarship money, a special trip to NYC, and coverage in the magazine.  Alumnae society includes power ladies ranging from Martha Stewart to Olympic swimmer Allison Schmitt.

  Nine awards of $3,000 and one grand-prize of $20,000 are given.  Open to students who will be full-time juniors in fall 2014 at a four-year college in the U.S. or Canada.

  Deadline: September 15.  Website: http://www.glamour.com/about/top-10-college-women 

• Goldwater, NSF and other Science Scholarships Information Session, Tues. 9/27

  Sep 26, 2016 9:00 am132 views

  If you are interested in a career in research, you may want to consider the Goldwater and NSF scholarships. Sophomores and juniors interested in career in science, math or engineering research, should explore the Goldwater Scholarship (https://goldwater.scholarsapply.org/) ; and if you are planning on entering graduate school in in math, science engineering or ANY OF THE SOCIAL SCIENCES you should consider applying for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (http://www.nsfgrfp.org/).  The Office of Special Scholarship Programs (ssp@uic.edu) can provide assistance with the application process for both of these awards and others.

  How can you learn more?

  Attend an information session on these and other awards on Tuesday, September 27 at 12pm in 2650 UH.

  What is the Goldwater Scholarship?

  The Goldwater is a $7500 award for sophomores and juniors committed to earning PhDs or MD/PhDs in math, science or engineering. Students apply as undergraduates and the money must be used toward the following year(s)of undergraduate study. 

  What makes a good Goldwater Scholar?

  -very strong grades (3.8 or higher)

  -research experience

  -a commitment to a career in research

  What is the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program?

  The NSFGRFP is a 3 year graduate fellowship that offers partial tuition support and a $30,000 stipend to students pursuing research-based graduate degrees in math, science, engineering and most of the social sciences. Applied fields such as medicine, law, pharmacy, clinical psychology are not eligible. National NSFGRFP deadlines range between October 24 and November 3, depending on field of study.

  What makes a good NSF candidate?

  -a commitment to a graduate degree program

  -research experience

  -strong academic performance

  Students who are unable to attend the sessions or want to know more about the application process should review the application requirements online and contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu

• Goldwater / NSF Scholarship Info Session for students doing research in STEM Fields, Tues. 10/7

  Oct 6, 2014 4:45 pm64 views

  Goldwater / NSF Scholarship Info Session 

  Information about various funded opportunities available to students interested in pursuing research in the STEM fields 

  Tuesday, October 7 at 3:30 pm
  2550 University Hall

  Questions?  Can't attend and want more information?  Contact Sheena Miller at sheena@uic.edu.

  View the full list of Fall 2014 OSSP Info Sessions here: http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/2014%20fall%20scholarship%20information%20sessions%20calendar.pdf.

• Goldwater Scholarship for careers in science or engineering research

  Nov 6, 2015 4:00 am56 views

  The Goldwater Scholarship has been won by 20 UIC students in the last 16 years. You could be next!

  What is the Goldwater Scholarship?
  The Goldwater is a $7500 award for sophomores and juniors committed to earning PhDs or MD/PhDs in math, science or engineering. Students apply as undergraduates and the money must be used toward the following year(s) of undergraduate study.

  What is the deadline?
  UIC’s internal Goldwater deadline is November 11.

   What makes a good Goldwater Scholar?

  -very strong grades (3.8 or higher)

  -research experience

  -a commitment to a career in research

  If you have questions about the scholarship, please check it out online at goldwater.scholarsapply.org and direct any questions you have to Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu

   

• Goldwater Scholarship for research careers in science, math, or Engineering, Deadline extended to 11/26

  Nov 14, 2014 4:30 am5 views

  The Goldwater Scholarship is awarded annually to oustanding sophomores or juniors conducting research in science, math and engineering and plan to make research an integral part of their future careers. Each scholarship covers eligible expenses for tuition, fees, books and room/board up to a maximum of $7,500 annually. Sophomores are eligible for up to two years of funding.

  The deadline has been EXTENDED TO November 26.  More details are available here: http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/goldwater  If you are interested in applying or to learn more, please contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs at ssp@uic.edu, who will assist you in all steps of the application process.

• GoMK Computer Science Scholarship – Deadline: 11/1

  Oct 5, 2017 2:15 pm139 views

• Great Minds in STEM: HENAAC Scholarship Application – Application Deadline: April 30

  Mar 15, 2018 1:30 pm46 views

• HBCU and HSI Bridge Scholarship to the University of Chicago

  Jan 13, 2020 2:30 pm247 views

• HCAB Scholarship Applications, Due Fri. 2/3

  Jan 17, 2017 4:30 pm119 views

  The Honors College Advisory Board will award a $1,000 scholarship to a current Honors College students. Eligible students must be in good standing with the college (3.4 GPA), enrolled full-time, and be significantly involved in Honors College activities and student organizations. This scholarship will be awarded during the Ball on Sat. 3/11; therefore, you must also be able to attend this event to be eligible to apply. For more information, see the attached application (hard copies can be found at the Honors College as well.) Please note the deadline to submit your application is February 3rd at 5:00 p.m. at the Honors College front desk.

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  HCAB Scholarship, Due Fri. 2/7

  Feb 5, 2014 5:30 am284 views

  Each Spring the Honors College Advisory Board awards one $1000 scholarship to a current Honors College student. Eligible students must be in good standing with the college (3.4 GPA), enrolled full-time, and possesses significant involvement in Honors College activities and student organizations. This scholarship is awarded during a ceremony at the Annual Honors College Ball. Scholarship link here.  Applications are due Feb. 7 at noon.

• HCIR Margaret Messer Student Research Grant – Application Deadline: Feb 11

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• Health Sciences Competition: "Bridging the Gap: Emerging Health Issues in Underrepresented Minorities" - Apply by 9/15

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  Hilda López-Arce Scholarship for Latinx Students – Application Deadline: April 26

  Apr 9, 2019 1:45 pm27 views

• Hilda López-Arce Scholarship (For Latinx Undergraduate Students at UIC)

  Feb 3, 2021 1:45 pm37 views

• Hispanic Scholarship Fund Deadline is March 30th

  Mar 18, 2016 8:45 am112 views

  Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF): Application Deadline is March 30th

  In the 2015-2016 scholarship cycle, HSF selected more than 4,400 Scholars funded by many different companies and organizations.  The HSF application opens January 1st and allows students to apply for multiple scholarships with one application!  Awards range from $500-$5,000 and may be used for the institution and major of choice.  Create your MyHSF profile and get ready now, to apply for scholarships January 1st!

  Eligibility for the HSF Scholarship:

  Must be of Hispanic heritageU.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, DACA or eligible non-citizen (as defined by FAFSA)

  Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students; minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for college and graduate students

  Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited 4-year university in the fall of the desired scholarship year

  Complete FAFSA or Dream Act (if applicable)

  Learn more and apply at: https://my.hsf.net/en/users/sign_up 

• Hispanic Scholarship Fund – General College Scholarships, Applications Due Wed. 3/30

  Jan 15, 2016 10:45 am98 views

  HSF/ General College Scholarships are designed to assist students of Hispanic heritage obtain a college degree.

  Scholarships are available on a competitive basis to: Graduating High School Seniors, Community College,  Transfer Students, Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students

  Award amounts generally range from $500 to $5,000.

  Eligibility Requirements:
  Must be of Hispanic Heritage
  Minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for College and Graduate Students
  Plan to enroll Full-Time in an accredited not-for -profit 4 year university or graduate school during the FALL of scholarship cycle year
  U.S. Citizen, Permanent Legal Resident, DACA or Eligibile Non-Citizen (as defined by FAFSA)
  Complete FAFSA
  Complete state Dream Act financial aid application (if applicable)

  Other:

  All majors and graduate fields accepted
  Emphasis on STEM majors

  Learn more and apply at https://hsf.net/en/scholarships/programs/general-college-scholarships. Application Deadline March 30, 2016.

• Hispanic Students and Scholarships Info Session, Tues. 10/20

  Oct 19, 2015 7:00 am49 views

  Come learn about a variety of scholarship opportunities geared for Hispanic students and how to create strong applications.

  October 20, 2015
  3:00 pm

  LARES Study Area, in SSB

  Questions?  Contact Beth Powers at ssp@uic.edu or 312-355-3407.

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  Honors College Advisory Board Announcements! Scholarship deadlines, events, and more!

  Feb 7, 2022 11:30 am96 views

• Honors College Advisory Board Scholarship Applications Due Fri. 2/6

  Feb 4, 2015 2:15 pm257 views

  Each Spring the Honors College Advisory Board awards one $1000 scholarship to a current Honors College student. Eligible students must be in good standing with the college (3.4 GPA), enrolled full-time, and possesses significant involvement in Honors College activities and student organizations. This scholarship is awarded during a ceremony at the Annual Honors College Ball.  See the attached document to learn more and apply. 

  For more information, contact Sarah Gardiner, Honors Advisor, at (312) 413-2260 or via e-mail at sarahg1@uic.edu.

• Honors College Advisory Board Scholarship, Due Fri. 1/29

  Jan 27, 2016 4:30 pm327 views

  The Honors College Advisory Board will award two $1,000 scholarships to current Honors College students. Eligible students must be in good standing with the college (3.4 GPA), enrolled full-time, and be significantly involved in Honors College activities and student organizations. This scholarship will be awarded during the Honors College Ball on March 5th; therefore, you must also be able to attend this event to be eligible to apply. For more information, see the application (hard copies can be found at the Honors College.) Please note the deadline to submit your application is January 29th at 5:00 p.m. at the Honors College front desk. Contact Christina Ruiz at cruiz2@uic.edu with any questions.

• Honors College and Gilman Scholarships for Study Abroad, Due 3/4 and 3/21

  Feb 5, 2014 5:30 am70 views

  Aching to study abroad this summer or fall? As a member of the Honors College you’re encouraged to apply for the Honors College Study Abroad scholarships. The application can be found here: [https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/2154002  ]  Application Deadline:  5:00 PM on Friday, March 21, 2014

  If you have a Pell Grant in your financial aid package and are planning to venture overseas on a credit-bearing program, you should definitely consider applying to the Gilman Scholarship Program. Honors College students excel at winning this award! You can find the information you need here:  [http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/gilman.htm] The deadline for the Gilman is March 4^th, so get busy on your application today.

  There are also numerous other scholarships for UIC students interested in studying abroad. Scholarships can be based on merit, need, diversity, location or other factors. Click on the post to learn more.

• Honors College Applications for Five Scholarships Available, Due Feb. 20

  Feb 18, 2015 2:00 pm792 views

  The Honors College is delighted to announce that applications are being accepted for five different awards for engineering, education, nursing, business and life science students. Applications will be accepted through Friday, February 20^th and are available at https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/4598231.  Questions?  Contact ssp@uic.edu. 

• Honors College Ethics Essay Competition Now Open! (Deadline 3/27)

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• Honors College Fall 2016 Tuition Waiver, Applications Due 8/24

  Aug 22, 2016 9:30 am542 views

  Application for upper-classmen: Each semester, Honors College students with a UIC GPA of at least 3.5 are eligible to compete for a limited number of tuition waivers offered by the Honors College. Students are awarded these waivers based on a combination of merit and need. The Fall 2016 Tuition Waiver application deadline is August 24, 2016. Visit https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/7230669 to apply

  Application for first-year students: For the first time the Honors College is proud to be able to offer a limited number of tuition waivers to incoming first year students. These scholarships are valued at up to full in-state tuition plus tuition differential (if applicable) for the Fall 2016 semester. Fees are not included in this award. Students are selected for these waivers based on a combination of merit and financial need. The waivers are specifically designed to assist students who may not receive sufficient financial aid through FAFSA. The Fall 2016 Tuition Waiver application deadline is August 24, 2016. Visit https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/5384765 to apply.

  Contact Eliza Callahan at eycas@uic.edu with questions.

• Honors College Fall 2017 Tuition Waiver, Apply by TOMORROW, 6/1

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• Honors College Fall 2018 Tuition Waiver – Application Deadline: June 1

  May 30, 2018 4:00 pm656 views

• Honors College Fall 2019 Tuition Award – Accepting Applications through Friday, May 17

  May 15, 2019 3:45 pm597 views

• Honors College Research and Conference Travel Grants, Apply by 2/10 (Additional Information about Poster Presentations)

  Jan 30, 2017 5:15 pm130 views