The Rangel Graduate Fellowship, a U.S. State Department program administered by Howard University, is a program that aims to attract and prepare outstanding young people for careers in Foreign Service where they can help formulate, represent and implement U.S. foreign policy. The mission of a U.S. diplomat in the Foreign Service is to promote peace, support prosperity, and protect American citizens while advancing the interests of the U.S. abroad. This program encourages the application of members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service and those with financial need. The Fellowship is designed to support 2 years of graduate study for a Masters’ degree and offers tuition and living stipends along with internships and professional development. Following the completion of graduate study, Rangel Fellows must enter the Foreign Service for at least 5 years.

'- must be a U.S. citizen - are seniors or alumni - are seeking admission to graduate school for the following academic year. - are eager to embark on an international career path and want to enter the US Department of State Foreign Service - have a GPA of 3.2 and higher

Review the information on the fellowship website to get a better understanding of the application requirements, eligibility and obligations for fellowship recipients. Carefully consider your suitability for a career in the Foreign Service and the appropriate graduate program that will help you on this path. Contact CFSA and your mentor(s) to discuss your interest and plans to apply.

Application opens online in late July. Application components include: - a completed online application - a personal statement - a financial need statement - two letters of recommendation - proof of US citizenship - Student Aid Report (SAR) - GRE or GMAT scores - official financial aid statement for your senior year - if you received financial aid - transcript(s) Applications are due in mid September. Interested? Contact CFSA for information on how to get started!

Boren Fellowships are funded by the National Security Education Program (NSEP) and offer up to $20,000 for language training and cultural immersion in areas critical to US interests but underrepresented in study abroad, such as Africa, Asia, Central & Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East. Boren Scholars can clearly articulate links between their study of less commonly taught languages (such as Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, or Swahili), their academic and career goals, and the concerns of US national security. NSEP defines national security in broad terms, “recognizing that the scope of national security has expanded to include not only the traditional concerns of protecting and promoting American well-being, but also the challenges of global society, including: sustainable development, environmental degradation, global disease and hunger, population growth and migration, and economic competitiveness.” Boren has a service requirement that requires scholars to work for one year after graduation within the United States Federal Government in a position that deals with U.S. national security (broadly defined).

'- must be U.S. citizens - can be freshman, sophomores, juniors or seniors, but must remain matriculated in their undergraduate programs for the duration of the scholarship and may not graduate until the scholarship is complete - are willing to agree to a postgraduate service requirement with the federal government - have career aspirations in government work - are applying to a study abroad program that meets home institution standards in a country outside of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand

Work with CFSA and SU Abroad to find an appropriate study abroad program outside of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand. Review the application instructions on the scholarship website and then register as a new user to start your application.

The application opens in August. Application components include: - the completed online application form - two letters of recommendation, with an option to submit a third - two essays (the prompts are posted on the scholarship website) - official transcript(s) Applications are due to the Boren Campus Committee in January for study abroad in fall or spring of the following academic year. The national deadline is early February. Interested? Contact CFSA for information on how to get started!

The Combined Research & Language Training Program (CRLT) supports fellows seeking to complete overseas, policy-relevant research and increase their language proficiency through targeted language instruction. The program is funded by the U.S. Department of State's Program for Research and Training in Eastern Europe and Independent States of the Former Soviet Union. Successful applicants will receive a grant of $7,000 to $25,000 to complete three to nine months of policy-related research in Eastern Europe, Russia, or Eurasia. The program also provides fellows with up to ten academic hours per week of advanced language instruction.

Must be: -U.S. Citizen; -Graduate student, Ph.D. candidate, faculty, or post-doctoral scholar; -At least 18-years-old at the time of application

Full information on the program and application process is available on the American Councils website. Interested students should contact a CFSA advisor to discuss starting an application. Application materials include: -Completed online application form; -Research proposal (3-5 pages) with bibliography; -Proposed program timeline; -Research synopsis in the host country language (700 words); -Policy relevance essay (1-2 pages); -Current resume; -Copy of passport; -Two letters of recommendation; -Official transcripts from all university-level coursework from the last five years

The Research Scholar Program supports fellows seeking to complete overseas, policy-relevant research. The program is funded by the U.S. Department of State's Program for Research and Training in Eastern Europe and Independent States of the Former Soviet Union. Successful applicants will receive a grant of $7,000 to $25,000 to complete three to nine months of policy-related research in Eastern Europe, Russia, or Eurasia.

Must be: -U.S. Citizen; -Graduate student, Ph.D. candidate, faculty, or post-doctoral scholar; -At least 18-years-old at the time of application

Full information on the program and application process is available on the American Councils website. Interested students should contact a CFSA advisor to discuss starting an application. Application materials include: -Completed online application form; -Research proposal (3-5 pages) with bibliography; -Proposed program timeline; -Research synopsis in the host country language (700 words); -Policy relevance essay (1-2 pages); -Current resume; -Copy of passport; -Two letters of recommendation; -Official transcripts from all university-level coursework from the last five years

Since 1990, the Blakemore Foundation, with the support of the Freeman Foundation, has awarded over $17 million in grants to college graduates and young professionals for an academic year abroad in full-time intensive language study. Blakemore Freeman Fellowships are awarded for one academic year of advanced level language study at approved language programs in East or Southeast Asia. Eligible languages are Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Burmese, Indonesian, Khmer, Thai, and Vietnamese. The fellowships cover tuition and a stipend for related educational expenses, basic living costs and transportation.

'- must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents - must have a college undergraduate degree by the start of the grant - must be at or near an advanced level in the language. The minimum requirement is three years of study of the language at the college level, either through classes taken in university or in combination with study-abroad language programs - must be pursuing a professional, business, technical or academic career that involves the regular use of a modern East or Southeast Asian language - should be able to devote themselves exclusively to full-time intensive language study during the duration of the grant

Start by reviewing the scholarship website for information on eligibility and other requirements, and to determine whether it is a good fit for your academic background and career goals. Contact CFSA and your mentor(s) to discuss your plans to apply.

Applications open in early July. Application components include: - a list of classes/training you have taken in your chosen language of study - CV or resume - list of academic or professional honors you have been awarded - a personal essay (statement) - two letters of recommendation - official transcript(s). Application deadline is December 30th. Interested? Contact CFSA for more information on how to get started!

The Yenching Academy of Peking University offers Master's degree in China Studies for English speakers with varied levels of Chinese language competency. This specially designed, English-taught program aims to push the study of China beyond the boundaries of traditionally defined Humanities and Social Sciences disciplines. It creates space to incorporate the diverse backgrounds and experiences of program participants into the study of ancient, modern, and contemporary China, effectively acting as an incubator for innovative approaches to past, present, and future Chinese transformations. At the core of the program lies its emphasis on interdisciplinarity and the value it assigns to thinking about China's development from both Chinese and international perspectives. Fellowships for international Yenching Scholars are for twelve months, during the course of which they complete their coursework and may complete the thesis. Fellowships cover tuition, accommodation, living costs, one round-trip travel fare, and field study costs. A limited number of financial aid packages are available for those who wish to remain on campus for a second year. Degrees are granted upon the completion of all coursework and satisfactory defense of the thesis, and are awarded in January and July of each year.

'- must hold a bachelors degree - must be 25 years of age or younger as of August 31 of the year they wish to enroll - must have an outstanding academic record - should demonstrate a strong interest in interdisciplinary study of China - should have a record of extracurricular achievement, community engagement, and social responsibility - should demonstrate leadership potential

Start by reviewing the scholarship website for information on eligibility and other requirements, and to determine if the scholarship is a good fit for your academic background and career goals. Contact CFSA and your mentor(s) to discuss your plans to apply.

Applications open in mid August Application components include: - A completed online application form - A personal statement (750 words or less) - Curriculum Vitae - Official transcript(s) - Diploma(s) or Certificate(s) of Enrollment - Two letters of recommendation - International English Proficiency test score (only non-native English speakers) Application deadline is in early December. Interested? Contact CFSA to discuss how to get started.

Princeton in Asia (PiA) is an independent, non-profit organization affiliated with and located on campus at Princeton University. Founded by students in 1898, the program’s mission is to foster mutual appreciation and cultural understanding by connecting service-minded graduates and partner organizations in Asia through immersive work experiences that transform perspectives, cultivate long-lasting friendships, and benefit local and global communities. It is PiA’s vision that through extended exposure to Asian workplaces and cultures, Fellows will develop a life-long appreciation for and engagement in this part of the world, as well as a commitment to contributing to the communities of which they find themselves a part after PiA. PiA arranges fellowships and internships with Asian host organizations that contribute to important global issues at the local level: education, public health, environmental sustainability, access to information/media, economic development, and social justice. Some of the countries where current PiA fellows are working include: Cambodia, mainland China, Hong Kong S.A.R., Macau S.A.R., Taiwan, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, The Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Timor-Leste and Vietnam.

'- are college seniors or recent graduates - English teaching positions require native English speaking ability - Asian language ability is not a prerequisite for most positions

Start by reviewing the scholarship website for details on eligibility and other requirements to determine whether it is a good fit for your academic and career goals. Contact your mentor(s) and CFSA to discuss your plans to apply.

Applications open on the PiA website in early September. Application components include: - the online application form - three essays (the prompts can be found on the website) - one "put yourself out there" reflection (instructions on this can be found on the website as well) - one short video about yourself (the prompt can be found on the website) - an official transcript - one letter of reference, ideally from someone who has supervised you in a relevant professional or academic environment - $60 application fee Applications are due in mid November. Interested? Contact CFSA for more information on how to get started!

Founded in 1999, Princeton in Africa develops young leaders committed to Africa's advancement by offering yearlong fellowship opportunities with a variety of organization that work across the African continent. The program matches applicants with organizations working across the continent in various fields that include: - Advocacy, Research and Civil Society - Agricultural Development - Business & Economic Development - Community level development - Education & Youth Capacity Building - Environment and Conservation - Income Generation - International Humanitarian Aid & Development - Public and Community Health

'- Recent alumni, graduating seniors and graduate students who are recent graduates of an accredited college or university in the US. - International students who have recently graduated from a college or university accredited in the US may apply. (Note that PiAf cannot help with or advice on any visa or legal issues related to participating in our fellowship program)

Start by reviewing the scholarship website for details on eligibility and other requirements to determine whether it is a good fit for your academic and career goals. Speak with your mentor(s) and CFSA about your plans to apply. Join the mailing list by emailing piafapp@princetoninafrica.org and plan to attend the webinar organized by the PiAf in early October.

The application is open in late August. Application components include: - three essays - transcript(s) (official and unofficial) - one letter of recommendation - application fee of $75 Application deadline is in late October. Interested? Contact CFSA for more information on how to get started!

Established in 1987, the Scoville Peace Fellowship provides recent college and graduate school alumni with the opportunity to gain a Washington perspective on key issues of peace and security. For six to nine months, fellows work as paid full-time junior staff members at the participating nonprofit, public-interest organization of their choice, addressing peace and security issues. Many former Scoville Fellows eventually pursue graduate studies in international relations and related fields. Applications are especially encouraged from candidates who have prior experience with public-interest activism or advocacy and those considering a career in international peace and security issues with public -interest organization, the Federal government, academic or media. Issue Areas Covered by the Scoville Fellowship include: - Arms Control/Disarmament/Non-Proliferation – nuclear, biological, chemical and conventional - Conflict Prevention/Resolution - Defense Budget - Dismantling Chemical and Nuclear Weapons - Environmental and Energy Security, including the nexus of climate change and energy use, conflict and resource scarcity - Environmental Impact/Cleanup of Nuclear Weapons Production Complex - Export Controls - International Security - Peacebuilding and peacekeeping - Regional/Ethnic Conflicts - Terrorism prevention, including biological and nuclear Preference is given to individuals who have not had substantial prior public-interest or government experience in the Washington DC area. Fellows receive a salary of $3,200 per month and basic health insurance compensation, plus travel expenses to Washington, DC. The program also provide $1,000 per fellow for professional development to attend relevant conferences or meetings that could cover travel, accommodations, and registration fees, or to take a language or policy course.

'- are U.S. citizens or foreign nationals residing in the U.S. (Preference is given to United States citizens, although a fellowship to a foreign national residing in the U.S. is awarded periodically. Non-U.S. citizens living outside the United States are not eligible to apply) - have completed a bachelor's degree by the time the fellowship starts - are considering a career working on international peace and security issues with public-interest organizations, the Federal Government, academia, or media - are good writers who are adept at working in a fast paced office environment

Review the information on the fellowship website on eligibility requirements and selection criteria to determine whether it is a good fit for your academic background and career goals. Next, explore the list of participating organizations (http://scoville.org/organizations/) to identify those that interest you (you will need to give 5 - 6 options). Consider what contemporary issue to discuss in the policy/opinion essay. Contact CFSA and your mentor(s) to discuss your interest and plans to apply for the fellowship.

Application components include: - cover sheet with information specified by the scholarship website - personal statement of no more than 1,000 words - full curriculum vitae - policy/opinion essay of no more that 1,000 words relevant to your field of peace and security, taking a position on a contemporary, contentious issue addressed by the fellowship - official transcript(s) - two letters of reference The application deadline to be considered for spring semester fellowship is in early October while the deadline for fall semester fellowships is in early January. Interested? Contact CFSA for information on how to get started!

The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program is a program funded by the U.S. Department of State, administered by Howard University, that provides graduate fellowships to outstanding college seniors and college graduates committed to Foreign Service careers in the U.S. Department of State. The Program welcomes the application of members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the State Department, women, and those with financial need. Based on the fundamental principle that diversity is a strength in our diplomatic efforts, the program values varied backgrounds, including ethnic, racial, social, and geographic diversity. Upon successful completion of a two-year master’s degree program and fulfillment of Foreign Service entry requirements, fellows have the opportunity to work as Foreign Service Officers in accordance with applicable law and State Department policy, serving in Washington, DC and at a U.S. embassy, consulate, or diplomatic mission around the globe. Fellows also agree to a minimum five-year service commitment in the Department of State’s Foreign Service. The five-year service commitment begins upon entry into the Foreign Service.

'- must be a U.S. citizen - are seniors or recent alumni - are seeking admission to a two-year, full-time, on-campus, master’s degree program at a U.S.-based graduate institution to begin in the fall of 2019 in an academic field relevant to the work of the Foreign Service (public policy, international affairs, public administration, business, economics, political science, sociology, or foreign languages) - are eager to embark on an international career path and want to enter the US Department of State Foreign Service - have cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher

Start by reviewing the program website for information on the program requirements and eligibility. Contact a CFSA advisor and your mentor(s) to discuss your interest in the program and plans to apply. Research graduate programs relevant to the Foreign Service. Eligible two-year, full-time master's degree programs include either public policy, international affairs, public administration, or in an academic field such as business, economics, political science, sociology, or foreign languages. Only programs at U.S. graduate institutions are eligible.

Applications open in the summer. Application components include: - completed online application - transcript(s) from all colleges and universities attended - proof of US citizenship - a copy of GRE/GMAT scores report (optional) - a personal statement - an updated resume - statement of financial need - official financial award letter from your last year of undergraduate studies - two letters of recommendation Application deadline is in mid September. Interested? Contact CFSA for more information on how to get started!

The USAID Donald Payne International Development Graduate Fellowship Program seeks to attract outstanding young people who are interested in pursuing careers in the Foreign service of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The Payne Fellowship provides benefits valued at up to $96,000 over two years toward a two-year master's degree, arranges internships on Capitol Hill and at USAID missions overseas, and provides professional development and support activities. Fellows who successfully complete the program become USAID Foreign Service Officers. USAID Foreign Service Officers work in close partnership with the governments and people of more than 100 countries in five regions of the world, with private voluntary organizations, universities, private businesses, trade and professional associations, other donor governments, faith-based organizations, and other US government agencies. They assess country needs, prepare strategic plans, design and evaluate programs, oversee budgets and contracts, and report on results.

'- must be a U.S. citizen - are college seniors or recent graduates - are seeking admission to enter graduate school in the following fall for a two-year program at a U.S. university - want to join the USAID Foreign Service - must have a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher

Review the information on the fellowship website to gain a better understanding of the program requirements, application process, eligibility, and employment and contractual obligations. Contact a CFSA advisor and your mentor(s) to discuss your interest in the fellowship and plans to apply. Application will be made concurrently with graduate school applications. Approved areas of study include international development, international relations, public policy, business administration, foreign languages, economics, agriculture, environmental sciences, health, or urban planning.

Application opens in October. Application components include: - a completed online application form - a personal statement - a statement explaining the need for financial assistance to attend graduate school - Student Aid Report (SAR) generated from the FAFSA form - two letters of recommendation - proof of US citizenship - GRE or GMAT scores - transcript(s) of all colleges you have attended Applications deadline is November 1. Interested? Contact CFSA for more information on how to get started!

The Beinecke Scholarship Program seeks to encourage and enable highly motivated students to pursue opportunities available to them and to be courageous in the selection of a graduate course of study in the arts, humanities and social sciences. Each scholar receives $4,000 immediately prior to entering graduate school and an additional $30,000 while attending graduate school. There are no geographic restrictions on the use of the scholarship, and recipients are allowed to supplement the award with other scholarships, assistantships and research grants. Syracuse University may nominate one student for the Beinecke Scholarship per year.

'- are a US citizen or a US national from American Samoa or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands - have demonstrated superior standards of intellectual ability, scholastic achievement and personal promise during his or her undergraduate career (GPA typically should be 3.7+) - are college juniors - plan to enter a research-focused master's or doctoral program in the arts, humanities or social sciences - have a documented history of receiving need-based financial aid

Review the scholarship website for information on scholarship requirements and eligibility, and to determine whether it is a good fit for your career and academic goals. Contact CFSA and your mentor(s) to discuss your plans to apply by the last day of the fall semester. SU nominates one candidate annually for the Beinecke scholarship. Confirm your financial aid status. If you are not sure whether you would qualify for federal financial aid (because you are an SU merit-based scholarship recipient), make an appointment with a financial aid officer to discuss your level of need. Determine the graduate programs to which you plan to apply, in the US or abroad. The application asks for a list of four specific programs.

The application opens on the first Monday in September. Application components include: - a personal statement - a detailed resume or CV - official transcript(s) - three letters of recommendation - a completed application form - a print out of the online Financial Aid Data sheet SU's internal deadline is the last Wednesday in January. Application deadline is the second Wednesday in February. Interested? Contact CFSA for information on how to get started!

The Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowship (FLAS) Program assists students in acquiring high-level competence in languages critical to the needs of the United States. FLAS also promotes a fuller understanding of the areas, regions, or countries in which that language is commonly used. FLAS is open to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled full-time at Syracuse University and who are studying less commonly taught South Asian languages at the intermediate to advanced level. Graduate students may apply for an exemption to study Hindi-Urdu at the beginner level. FLAS Academic Year Fellowships are awarded for study in Hindi-Urdu. Those fellowships include a scholarship of $10,000 toward the cost of tuition and $5,000 for living expenses for undergraduate students. Graduate students receive 24 credits of tuition and a stipend of $15,000. FLAS Summer Fellowships are awarded for a full summer of intensive study for any South Asian language approved by the South Asia Center. Those fellowships provide $5,000 toward tuition and an additional stipend of up to $2,500. Students must also apply to one of the approved summer language programs.

'-Must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States -Must have either earned a baccalaureate or equivalent degree prior to the beginning of the fellowship, or be an undergraduate student with sufficient prior training to take an intermediate or advanced level of an uncommonly taught language; -Must demonstrate potential for high academic achievement; -Must be in residence on campus in Syracuse for each semester of the fellowship; -Further eligibility requirements are available on the Syracuse University FLAS website

Full application information is available on the Syracuse University FLAS website. Application materials include: -Completed online application form, including a Statement of Purpose; -Updated official Syracuse University transcript; -Completed FAFSA form; -Two letters of recommendation for undergraduate students, including one from a language instructor and one from a faculty member who can speak to your academic preparation. For continuing graduate students, one letter of recommendation is required.

Critical Language Scholarships (CLS) are intensive in-country summer language immersion programs designed to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering critical need foreign languages. Program languages currently include: Azerbaijani, Bangla/Bengali, Hindi, Indonesian, Persian, Punjabi, Turkish, Swahili, and Urdu (beginning, advanced beginning, intermediate and advanced levels); Arabic, Korean, Portuguese, and Russian (advanced beginning, intermediate and advanced levels); Chinese and Japanese (intermediate and advanced levels). Applicants for beginner levels should have some exposure to their target language and applicants at the advanced and intermediate levels should have completed coursework or other relevant experiences within their target language. The CLS Program is part of the U.S. government effort to dramatically expand the number of Americans studying and mastering critical need foreign languages. Graduate and undergraduate students in all disciplines, including business, engineering, law, medicine, sciences, social sciences, and humanities, are encouraged to apply.

'- must be a U.S. citizen - are undergraduate (sophomore and above) or graduate students - will continue their language study beyond the scholarship period - plan to apply their critical language skills in their future professional careers - be at the appropriate level in the target language

Contact CFSA and your mentor(s) to discuss your plans to apply.

Plan to attend the information session and writing workshops organized by CFSA in October and November to learn more about the application process and to receive feedback on your application essays. Applications are due to the CLS Program in late November. Interested? Contact CFSA for more information on how to get started!

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers research, study and teaching opportunities in over 140 countries to recent graduates and graduate students. The Fulbright program is funded by the U.S. Department of State and administered by the IIE (Institute of International Education). The program’s goals include the “promotion of international good will through the exchange of students in the fields of education, culture, and science.” The Fulbright English Teaching Assistantships (ETA) are offered to students who are prepared to teach English in their host country. Fulbright ETAs are placed in schools to supplement that school's English instruction and/or provide instruction by a native English speaker. Students from any field of study (including creative and performing arts) are encouraged to apply.

'-must be a U.S. citizen - are graduating seniors, master’s or doctoral students, or young professionals - anticipate fostering cultural exchange through engagement in the host country - meet the foreign language requirements (varies by country)

Contact your mentor(s) regarding your interest in applying.

All SU applicants have to go through the campus endorsement process. The deadline for submitting your application for internal endorsement is in early September. From mid through late September, the SU Campus Fulbright Committee organizes an interview session with each applicant. Subsequently, the Committee completes an evaluation form and makes an endorsement that is included in the applicant's application file. All applications are submitted to Fulbright regardless of the endorsement assessment. After the interviews, applicants are free to make minor changes to their applications before the final submission. After the applicant submits their final application, CFSA attaches the endorsement form to complete the submission process. The national deadline is in early October. Interested? Contact CFSA for information on how to get started!

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers research, study and teaching opportunities in over 140 countries to recent graduates and graduate students. The Fulbright program is funded by the U.S. Department of State and administered by the IIE (Institute of International Education). The program’s goals include the “promotion of international good will through the exchange of students in the fields of education, culture, and science.” Research/study applicants propose an independent project and secure an affiliation with an institution in the host country. Students from any field of study (including creative and performing arts) are encouraged to apply. These fellowships are available in around 140 countries. Programs vary depending on the country.

'- must be US citizens - are graduating seniors, master’s or doctoral students, or young professionals - anticipate fostering cultural exchange through engagement in the host country - meet the foreign language requirements (varies by country) - meet the program's language requirements (see country requirements) - successfully establish an affiliation with a university or other organization, depending on the country

Start by reviewing the Fulbright US Student Program website to determine whether this program is a good fit for you. Attend an information session hosted by CFSA in the spring semester. Discuss with CFSA and your mentor(s) your plans to apply. Research the country(ies) that you intend to apply to. Start your application on the Fulbright website by June 1 and check “Syracuse University” as your institution. The application components include: – a personal statement – a statement of grant purpose – three letters of recommendation

All SU applicants have to go through the campus endorsement process. The deadline for submitting your application for internal endorsement is in early September. From mid through late September, the SU Campus Fulbright Committee organizes an interview session with each applicant. Subsequently, the Committee completes an evaluation form and makes an endorsement that is included in the applicant’s application file. All applications are submitted to Fulbright regardless of the endorsement assessment. After the interviews, applicants are free to make minor changes to their applications before the final submission. After the applicant submits their final application, CFSA attaches the endorsement form to complete the submission process. The national deadline is in early October. Interested? Contact CFSA for information on how to get started.

The Fulbright-National Geographic Storytelling provides a unique platform for American Fulbright students to develop global narratives and discuss commonalities across borders around a common issue or theme. Trained, supported, and mentored by National Geographic Editors during their grants, grantees will use new media platforms to help build ties across cultures while enhancing mutual understanding. The content that they produce will be featured online in various places, including, most prominently, a blog hosted by National Geographic. Competitive candidates for this award must have significant storytelling experience in the mediums listed above. Semi-finalists will be asked to submit materials attesting to this experience and outlining how they will participate in the grant if selected.

'- must be a U.S. citizen - have completed at least an undergraduate degree by the start of the award (but may not hold a PhD by time of award) - preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience and talent in storytelling

Review the award requirements on the website to determine whether it is a good fit for your academic background and experience. Explore the year's themes on the award website and discuss your project ideas with CFSA and your mentors. Start your application on the Fulbright website by June 1 and check “Syracuse University” as your institution. The application components include: – a personal statement – a statement of grant purpose - resume - storytelling portfolio and narrative - storytelling proposal - transcripts – three letters of recommendation Depending on their proposed project, students may also need to submit foreign language forms as specific on the Fulbright website, and have their project vetted by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) at Syracuse University.

All SU applicants have to go through the campus endorsement process. The deadline for submitting your application for internal endorsement is in early September. From mid through late September, the SU Campus Fulbright Committee organizes an interview session with each applicant. Subsequently, the Committee completes an evaluation form and makes an endorsement that is included in the applicant’s application file. All applications are submitted to Fulbright regardless of the endorsement assessment. After the interviews, applicants are free to make minor changes to their applications before the final submission. CFSA submits the applications for all SU applicants to Fulbright. The national deadline is in early October. Interested? Contact CFSA for information on how to get started!

**suspended due to Covid -19** 10/20/2022 Princeton in Latin America (PiLA) partners with NGOs and multilateral organizations and places highly qualified recent college graduates in year-long service fellowships with nonprofit, public service, humanitarian, and government organizations in Latin American and Caribbean. Placements emphasize the power of firsthand work experience to shape young people's attitudes and mobilize them to effect positive social change. PiLA enhances the mission of its partners by building their capacity to constructively impact the communities they serve, addressing the social, economic, and political barriers to egalitarian community development. Since 2003, PiLA has placed 360 fellows with partners in 20 countries throughout the region. PiLA fellows come from many fields of study, including international relations, public policy, economics, law, engineering, the sciences, pre-medicine, journalism, social sciences, foreign languages and literatures, the arts, and the humanities. Fellows include first- and second-generation immigrants, as well as those native to the region who wish to return to engage in a year of meaningful social service in the NGO and multilateral sector.

'- Application is open to all graduating seniors and recent alumni in all disciplines - U.S. citizens or permanent residents. However, there are limited opportunities available to international students (contact PiLA at applications@pila-princeton.org for more information about eligibility). - Working knowledge of the target language (Spanish, Portuguese or French) is necessary. French may also be helpful in countries such as the Dominican Republic and Haiti. - an academic grounding in the region's culture, history, society, economics, and politics - record of volunteerism and service

Start by reviewing the scholarship website for details on eligibility and other requirements to determine whether it is a good fit for your academic and career goals. Contact CFSA and your mentor(s) to discuss your plans to apply.

Applications open in September. Application components include: - complete online application form - Resume - transcript(s) - one recommendation letter - an application fee of $100 The deadline for applying is in late October. Interested? Contact CFSA for more information on how to get started!

The Phi Beta Kappa Society's program, Key into Public Service, invites applications from liberal arts and sciences students beyond their first year who are enrolled at any one of Phi Beta Kappa’s 290 chapter institutions (including Syracuse). The Society will award Service Scholars with a $5,000 undergraduate scholarship and participation in a conference in June.

'-Undergraduate students (excluding first year students) at colleges and universities that have a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa on their campus. Membership in Phi Beta Kappa is not required for eligibility. -Minimum grade point average of 3.5 while demonstrating academic excellence in your arts, humanities, mathematics, natural science, or social science major. -Willing to commit to attend the (virtual) convening for all award recipients in June to receive the award. This mandatory convening will provide training and mentoring opportunities on pathways from liberal arts and sciences education into active citizenship and public service.

Review the application details, as well as information about the mission of the Phi Beta Kappa organization.

Application materials include: -unofficial transcript -short essay responses -personal statement -one letter of recommendation

The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace is one of the nation’s leading think tanks and promotes cooperation between nations and active international engagement by the U.S. Through The James Gaither Junior Fellows Program, it offers one-year fellowships to graduating seniors and individuals who have graduated during the past academic year who have a dedicated career interest in international affairs. The James Gaither Junior Fellows work as full-time research assistants to Carnegie's senior scholars. Fellows have the opportunity to conduct research for books, participate in meetings with high-level officials, contribute to congressional testimony and organize briefings attended by scholarship, journalists and government officials.

'- must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident - are graduating seniors or have graduated during the past academic year - have completed a significant amount of course work related to their program of interest - have a competitive GPA - typically 3.8 and above - are interested in a career in international affairs - have language skills appropriate for the chosen research program

Review the fellowship website for details about the requirements, eligibility and application process.

- one personal response essay

The Luce Scholars Program was launched in 1974 by the Henry Luce Foundation to "enhance the understanding of Asia among potential leaders in American society". A Luce scholarship supports cultural immersion and work rather than study; it funds students who have had limited exposure to Asia to live and work in one of over 15 Asian countries for a year. Successful applicants receive individualized placement based on their interests and career plans; these have included organizations ranging from public health programs and architecture firms to TV networks and agricultural and environmental centers. The Luce Foundation considers this scholarship to be cultural and experiential and, as such, places great emphasis on traits such as “flexibility, adaptability, creativity, humility, openness to new ideas, and sensitivity to cultural differences” in equal measure to academic achievement. Luce Scholars are selected as future leaders of the United States and must demonstrate exceptional, sustained evidence of leadership.

'- must be a U.S. citizen - are graduating seniors or young alumni (new graduate students or young professionals) - must have earned at least a bachelor's degree or reasonably expect to receive that degree by June 20th of the year they enter the program - are under 30 years of age - do not have significant experience in Asia or Asian studies - must demonstrate an outstanding capacity for leadership, have a record of high achievement, and have mature and clearly defined career interests with evidence of potential for professional accomplishments

Start by reviewing the scholarship website to determine whether it is a good match for you and that you meet the eligibility criteria. Applicants must not have had significant exposure to Asia or a focused field of Asian studies. However, if you have taken Asian language or Asia-focused courses at SU or have studied abroad in Asia for up to 8 weeks, you will still eligible. Discuss your interest and plans to apply with a CFSA advisor and your mentor(s). You cannot apply directly to the program - Luce Scholar candidates are nominated by SU. You will need to submit an "intent to apply" form to CFSA by June 30th to be considered for nomination. CFSA's internal committee nominates up to three competitive applicants who then proceed to work on their applications and submit them to CFSA by mid September for endorsement and submission to Luce.

- one application fee of $40 (which may be waived for financial need)

*THIS AWARD IS CURRENTLY ON HOLD DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC* The Kate Neal Kinley Memorial Fellowship offers three major fellowships to graduates of the College of Fine and Applied Arts of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and to graduates of similar institutions of equal educational standing whose principal or major studies have been in the fields of architecture, art, dance, landscape architecture, music, theatre, and urban and regional planning. The fellowships include: - One of up to $20,000 in any field of music - One of up to $20,000 in architectural design and history, art and design, dance, instrumental or vocal music, or theatre - One of up to $9,000 in architecture, art, dance, landscape architecture, theatre, or urban and regional planning Fellowships will be awarded on the basis of unusual promise in the fine arts as attested by - high attainment in the applicant's major field of study as evidenced by academic marks and quality of work submitted or performed - high attainment in related cultural fields as evidenced by academic marks - the character, merit, and suitability of the program proposed by the applicant - excellence of personality, seriousness of purpose, and good moral character While receiving a stipend from the Kate Neal Kinley Memorial Fellowship, recipients are precluded from holding appointments as instructors, lecturers, or faculty members but may hold other remunerative employment with advance approval of the fellowship committee.

'- senior or recent alum - majored in architecture, art, dance, landscape architecture, instrumental or vocal music, theatre, or urban and regional planning - are under the age of 25

Discuss your interest in the fellowship with a CFSA advisor and your mentor(s).

- one CV / Resume

IAEFP is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Foreign Agriculture Service (FAS) and trains and supports fellows to work with teachers and community members in developing countries to implement school-based agricultural education (SBAE) and establish youth leadership clubs. Based on a community needs assessments, fellows work to implement relevant and sustainable agricultural projects at each school. The goal of this program is to give youth the opportunity to experiment with agriculture and try new methods in a low-risk environment. Students can then disseminate what they learn in schools to the adults in their communities.

- must be a U.S. citizen - bachelor's degree before program begins - passion for agriculture and agriculture education - Experience in FFA, 4-H, or other youth development organizations - Interest in positive youth development and international agriculture Additional requirements vary by country location.

Review the fellowship website for details about the requirements, eligibility and application process.

Application components include: - Online application - Statement of Interest - Resume - Three references