Stanford Knight-Hennessy August Admissions Events (online!)

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Online admission events in August

Information sessions: Prospective applicants are invited to join an online information session where an admission officer provides a general overview of Knight-Hennessy Scholars, the admission process, and the application. (Aug. 9, Aug. 15, Aug. 29)

[New in 2023] Application workshops: An admission officer walks prospective scholars through the KHS application, highlighting requirements and tips for navigating the admission process. (Aug. 16, Aug. 30)

Admission Q&As: An admission officer answers questions from prospective scholars, focusing on the KHS admission process and application. There is a short overview of the criteria and application requirements. (Aug. 8, Aug. 17, Aug. 22, Aug. 31)

️ The KHS application is due by October 11, 2023 at 1 p.m. Pacific Time.

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Fulbright Info Sessions in August

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Fulbright applicants, check out these info sessions run by Fulbright!

Student Webinar Schedule

Alumni Ambassador Panel – BIPOC 
August 4, 2023 | 3pm-4pm Eastern Time   
 
Alumni Ambassador Panel – ETA 
August 8, 2023 | 2pm-3pm Eastern Time 

Study/Research Q&A Webinar 
August 10, 2023 | 2pm-3pm Eastern Time     

ETA Q&A Webinar 
August 14, 2023 | 4pm-5pm Eastern Time 

Regional Office Hours: East Asia/Pacific 
August 16, 2023 | 4pm-5pm Eastern Time 

Regional Office Hours: South/Central Asia 
August 18, 2023 | 4pm-5pm Eastern Time     

Regional Office Hours: Europe/Eurasia (Study/Research) 
August 21, 2023 | 4pm-5pm Eastern Time 

Hertz Fellowship Info Session Aug 17

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Are you a STEM student interested in a PhD? The Hertz Fellowship empowers the nation’s most promising doctoral students in science and technology to pursue research that best advances US security and economic vitality. Hertz Fellows receive up to five years of funding offering flexibility from the traditional constraints of graduate training and the independence to innovate. They join an influential network of peers, providing a unique engine for professional development and collaboration. (Eligible applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents.)

The 2024 Hertz Fellowship application opens on Monday, August 14, 2023. Hertz is hosting an online information session for prospective applicants on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. eastern. Registration is required to attend.

Hertz Fellowship Information Session
Date: August 17, 2023
Time: 6:00 p.m. eastern
Location: Online/Zoom

Learn more at https://www.hertzfoundation.org/the-fellowship/

August 15 “Intent to Apply” Deadline for Fulbright Applicants

Lisa Gates / / Fellowships, Study Abroad, Teaching English Abroad

Yes, August 15 is the day! If you’re applying for a Fulbright grant through Middlebury (seniors and alumni welcome!), we STRONGLY encourage you to submit draft materials by this deadline. Why do this? Two reasons: we guarantee that we will provide feedback on your essays and application and we’ll provide you with a nice pdf of your official transcript for your application. You can still apply if you miss this deadline, but we can’t guarantee the feedback or the transcript.

How do you submit your materials? You will do this through Middlebury Apply . You will need to have submitted a registration and Fulbright preliminary application to do this. If you need instructions, visit go/fulbright . Contact fellowships@middlebury.edu with questions!

McCall MacBain Scholarship for Graduate Study at McGill University Now Open

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Applications are now open for the McCall MacBain Scholarships

This program brings together students who strive to engage in positive change by taking on meaningful leadership roles. We will offer up to 130 scholarships and awards valued at more than $3.3 million to candidates who demonstrate exceptional character, community engagement, leadership potential, entrepreneurial spirit, academic strength, and intellectual curiosity. Two-thirds of these scholarships are for Canadian students, and one-third for international students.
 
What does the McCall MacBain Scholarship cover?
Tuition and fees for one of 150+ eligible masters programs at McGill University
A living stipend of $2,000 per month during academic terms
A relocation grant and summer funding options
Mentors, advisors, and coaching
A leadership development program
Up to 10 fully-funded McCall MacBain Scholarships, 25 finalist awards of $20,000, and 15 regional awards of $10,000 are available for international candidates.

September 27, 2023 is the deadline for students to submit their applications.

Contact fellowships@middlebury.edu with questions!
 
Resources:
What is it like to become a McCall MacBain Scholar?
Hear from scholars: Why McGill and Montréal?
Understanding the application
Upcoming information session