The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship supports sophomores and juniors who intend to pursue research careers in the natural sciences, mathematics, and engineering. Read on to learn more about the scholarship process and eligibility, and to make an appointment with a fellowships advisor.
Eligibility and Application Materials
To be eligible for the Goldwater, you must: Have a 3.8 GPA or higher Be a Sophomore or junior majoring in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM). Plan to pursue a PhD in STEM. Have prior research experience. Have U.S. citizenship or permanent residence with intent to become a citizen. The Goldwater application consists of: Online questionnaire. Research essay. Three letters of recommendation. Transcripts. Permanent resident card and Letter of Intent (if applicable).
The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship supports sophomores and juniors who intend to pursue research careers in the natural sciences, mathematics, and engineering. Read on to learn more about the scholarship process and eligibility, and to make an appointment with a fellowships advisor.
Eligibility and Application Materials
To be eligible for the Goldwater, you must: Have a 3.8 GPA or higher Be a Sophomore or junior majoring in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM). Plan to pursue a PhD in STEM. Have prior research experience. Have U.S. citizenship or permanent residence with intent to become a citizen. The Goldwater application consists of: Online questionnaire. Research essay. Three letters of recommendation. Transcripts. Permanent resident card and Letter of Intent (if applicable).
Join the UB Office of Fellowships and Scholarships for a 30-minute introductory workshop covering how search for awards, major external fellowships, finding funding for graduate school, and becoming a more competitive applicant.
All workshops will take place via Zoom. Once you RSVP for Fellowships and Scholarships 101 using the form below, you will receive an email with the Zoom meeting information.
If you cannot attend either of these times, check out our Fellowships and Scholarships 101 series on our YouTube channel and make an appointment with an advisor online to address any unanswered questions or concerns. Weekly Sessions Mondays from 11-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays from 2-2:30 p.m. Note: Sessions will begin the week of September 7 and finish the week of December 7.
The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) is a prestigious grant for graduate students looking to get funded for research. The grant provides full funding for three years which includes a $34,000/year stipend and tuition coverage!
Applications for the NSF GRFP will become available in August 2020. Deadlines vary by discipline but are generally in late October and early November.
If you are interested in applying for the NSF GRFP in October 2020, please join us for this three-session program designed to prepare you to submit a strong application. You will learn about review criteria for the NSF GRFP and other awards, what the review panels are looking for, and how to write a strong research proposal. Students are required to commit to all three sessions. To be eligible to apply for NSF GRFP in October 2020, you must be: A current rising senior or first or second-year PhD student A U.S. citizen, have U.S. national status, or be a permanent resident Pursuing (or intending to pursue) a research-based master’s degree or PhD Conducting research in an NSF-supported field, such as: mathematical, physical, biological, engineering, and behavioral and social sciences, including the history of science Dates: August 3, 4, 5 and 6 from 9-10 a.m.
Are you interested in research, study, or teaching abroad OR are you looking to fund a research master’s degree or PhD in a STEM field? Register today for our upcoming Summer 2020 Fulbright and NSF Development Workshops! Note: These awards are only available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents. All workshops will be held via Zoom. Once you RSVP for the workshops, you will receive the Zoom meeting information.
Fulbright Application Development Workshops
Would you like to spend a year researching, teaching English or earning a master’s degree abroad? The Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides funded opportunities to do so and there are more than 150 countries from which to choose.
To qualify, an applicant must be a U.S. citizen and hold a bachelor’s degree by the time the Fulbright Scholarship starts. An applicant holding a doctoral degree at the time of application is ineligible. The internal UB deadline for Fulbright applications is the first week of the fall semester and the national deadline is in October.
In this program you will learn more about Fulbright, country selection, affiliates and how to develop a strong proposal. Students are required to commit to all three sessions. Dates: July 27, 28, and 29 from 9-10 a.m.
SUNY’s Office for Research and Economic Development is sponsoring
a series of four webinars to prepare rising junior and senior
undergraduates as well as first-and second-year graduate students in STEM
fields to apply to NSF’s prestigious Graduate Research Fellowship Program
(GRFP). Webinars will be conducted by Professor Susan Brennan of Stony Brook
University (recently returned from NSF).
After
registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information. Note: If you
have not used ZOOM before, you will be prompted to download software once you
have clicked on the registration links.
GRFP requires that applicants be U.S. citizens, nationals, or
permanent residents. For more information, see www.nsfgrfp.org.
Note:
If you win a GRFP fellowship or Honorable Mention, you may be eligible for the
SUNY Chancellor’s Graduate Research Scholarship (CGRS)— Link
to Chancellor’s Research Scholarship (CGRS) for more information.
Are You Ready for Graduate School?
Finding Fellowship Funding
Mon. April 27 • 2:00pm – 3:30pm
Are you curious about or excited by the prospect of a career in research?
Are you thinking about a career in some leadership role? Are you wondering
about the best time to apply to graduate school, and how to get someone else to
pay for it? This webinar may help you decide.
WEBINAR #2
Applying to NSF’s Graduate Research
Fellowship Program
Wed. April 29 • 2:00pm – 3:30pm
This webinar will include all the basics about GRFP, such as the
benefits, eligibility, parts of the application, the review process, and basic
tips. Please bring your questions!
WEBINAR #3
Winning Strategies for GRFP (and How to
Get Started)
Fri. May 1 • 2:00pm – 3:30pm
This webinar will include discussion of NSF’s review criteria
(Intellectual Merit and Broader Impacts), how to maximize the impact of your
planned research, and other winning strategies.
WEBINAR #4
Write! (As if Your Career Depends on it)
Mon. May 4 • 2:00pm – 4:00pm
This webinar will cover how to write about your research in an
interesting and lively way, tailored to your audience (recommended for all
fellowship and grant writers).
We hope you all are doing well and staying healthy!
We are currently recruiting college undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates for our 2020 Chicago Summer Fellowship Cohort. In order to help build another fantastic cohort for this summer, I would greatly appreciate it if you would forward this information on to anyone in your professional and personal networks who may be interested in applying. The general Fellowship description can be found here, and anyone can find more information on our website here: http://newsector.org/summer/. Students can submit their applications online here: https://www.tfaforms.com/345303
As always, if you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask.
Sincerely, Janelle Romero Program Director New Sector Alliance, Inc. (773)615-4767 jromero@newsector.org
The
Undergraduate Study Abroad Award supports study abroad for Summer 2020, Fall
2020, AY 2020-21, or Spring 2021. The deadline for the application is March
30, 2020.
The
awards will range between $500 and $1000. All UB undergraduate students are
welcome to apply, but preference will be given to students majoring or minoring
in the Asian Studies Program.
Eligibility
Requirements
·
Full-time enrollment as an
undergraduate at the University of Buffalo in good academic standing at the
time of your application
· At the time of applying for this award, you must already
have applied to a study abroad program in Asia through the UB Study Abroad
office. Exceptions will be considered with prior approval from the Asian
Studies Director of Undergraduate Studies, Dr. Amanda Kennell.
Criteria
·
Foreign language study is a component
of the program
·
Participation in an established,
credit-bearing study abroad or exchange program
·
Preference shall be given to
applicants who are studying abroad for the first time or in a country or region
to which they have never before traveled
·
Awards are based on academic merit
and seriousness of purpose
·
The applicant agrees to be an
ambassador for Asian Studies at UB by sending occasional posts and photos of
their experiences while in-country for use on the Asian Studies Program’s
social media and website. The applicant must also be willing to talk with other
students about their study abroad experience upon returning to UB.
A personal statement no longer than 3 pages
double-spaced, 11 or 12 point font, following the outline below:
The Program. Describe the program: what is the length of the program, the
course of intended study, and the language focus? You may include a
program info sheet or brochure as supporting documentation if one exists.
The Language. What language training have you acquired prior to the study
abroad program? What is your expected proficiency at the end of the study
abroad program? What is your goal in learning this language?
Academic Purpose. Describe your academic reasons for selecting a particular
program and explain in detail how the study abroad program will fit into
your overall academic program and goals.
Development. Describe how the program benefits your personal, academic, and
professional development.
Candidacy.
Why are you a particularly strong candidate for this award?
One letter of recommendation from a professor
who has taught you in an Asian Studies-related course. The letter of
recommendation must be submitted in a sealed envelope signed by the
professor or emailed as an attachment directly from the professor.
A current copy of your transcript.
Submission Instructions
Email
Asian-Studies@buffalo.edu with “Study Abroad Award Application: [your name]” in the
subject line. Attach the completed application form, your personal statement,
and your transcripts. Ask your professor to email their letter of
recommendation as an attachment to Asian-Studies@buffalo.edu with “Study Abroad Recommendation: [your name]” in the
subject line.
*All application materials must be submitted by 4pm on
Monday, March 30, 2020.*
Register today for our Fulbright and NSF Development Workshops happening in March!
Note: These awards are only available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents. The workshops are primarily meant for undergraduate juniors, first-year PhDs for NSF, and graduate students at any level for Fulbright. All workshops will be held in 24 Capen.
Fulbright Application Development Workshops
Would you like to spend a year researching, teaching English or earning a master’s degree abroad? The Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides funded opportunities to do so and there are more than 150 countries from which to choose.
To qualify, an applicant must be a U.S. citizen and hold a bachelor’s degree by the time the Fulbright Scholarship starts. An applicant holding a doctoral degree at the time of application is ineligible. Applications will be due in the fall.
In this program you will learn more about the Fulbright, country selection, affiliates and how to develop a strong proposal. Students are required to commit to all four sessions.
Dates: March 2, 9, and 23 from 2-3pm OR March 3, 10, and 24 from 2-3pm
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) Workshops
The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) is a prestigious grant for graduate students looking to get funded for research. The grant provides full funding for three years which includes a $34,000/year stipend and tuition coverage!
Applications for the NSF GRFP will become available in August 2020. Deadlines vary by discipline but are generally in late October and early November.
If you are interested in applying for the NSF GRFP in October 2020, please join us for this four-session program designed to prepare you to submit a strong application. You will learn about review criteria for the NSF GRFP and other awards, what the review panels are looking for, and how to write a strong research proposal. Students are required to commit to all four sessions. To be eligible to apply for NSF GRFP in October 2020, you must be:
A current rising senior or first-year PhD student
A U.S. citizen, have U.S. national status, or be a permanent resident
Pursuing (or intending to pursue) a research-based master’s degree or PhD
Conducting research in an NSF-supported field, such as: mathematical, physical, biological, engineering, and behavioral and social sciences, including the history of science
