Tag: study abroad

Schwarzman Scholars Application Now Open

Heidi Greenwald / / Education, Graduate School Funding, Postgraduate Opportunities, Study Abroad

Applications are now open for this one-year, fully-funded master’s program at Tsinghua University in Beijing, which is designed to build a global community of future leaders who will serve to deepen understanding between China and the rest of the world.

Eligibility:

  • candidates aged 18 to 28, regardless of nationality
  • proficiency in English 
  • an undergraduate degree or its equivalent
  • Mandarin skills not required 

For candidates who hold passports from the Chinese mainland, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macao – the deadline is May 20, 2025, 11:59PM ET.  The China application can be found here.  

For US/Global applicants – visit the Schwarzman Scholars website for application materials.  The U.S./Global application will close September 10, 2025, 3:00 PM ET 

Sign up for an upcoming webinar to learn more. 

Learn about the Thomas J. Watson Fellowship – Register for May 1 Webinar

Heidi Greenwald / / Fellowships, Postgraduate Opportunities, Study Abroad

The Thomas J. Watson Fellowship application opens May 1, and all interested candidates are encouraged to participate in the kickoff webinar the same day, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm ET. The webinar, led by executive director and fellow, will feature a recently returned Watson fellow as guest speaker discussing their project and experience. Learn more on the Watson Leadership page here. Register for the Zoom webinar here. 

Middlebury College Named Top Producer of Fulbright Scholars, 2024-25

Heidi Greenwald / / Fellowships, Postgraduate Opportunities, Teaching English Abroad

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) has recognized 130 higher education institutions from across the United States — including Middlebury College — with the highest number of candidates selected for the Fulbright U.S. Student and Scholar Programs in the 2024-2025 academic year. See articles on the Fulbright website and in The Chronicle of Higher Education.

Empower Through Health’s 2025 Global Health Experiential Fellowship – Rolling Applications Accepted

Heidi Greenwald / / Fellowships, STEM, Study Abroad

During this 5-week in-person opportunity in Uganda, students will work directly under the research mentorship of Yale School of Medicine researchers Dr. Robert Rosenheck and Dr. Yang Jae Lee. This fellowship offers a unique, hands-on experience where Ugandan and American students will work alongside local health professionals to assess and address gaps in clinical and mental health care. Fellows will gain valuable insight into global health challenges, develop leadership and research skills, and engage in cross-cultural collaboration. Review the syllabus, learn more, and apply at their website: www.ethealth.org/ghef

Douglass-O’Connell Global Summer Internship – Apps Due Nov. 29, 2024

Heidi Greenwald / / Fellowships, Study Abroad, Summer Program

Students seeking a rich international experience that combines real-world work experience in Ireland with an exciting overview of Irish history and culture are encouraged to apply for this opportunity. Award recipients will spend 8 weeks in Dublin, Ireland, focusing on social change, freedom, equality, social justice, and economic mobility.  First, second or third-year students with a GPA of 3.0+ who are Pell Grant eligible are welcome to apply. Applications are due on November 29, 2024. Learn more, register for an information session (Nov. 13 or 21) and apply on the Douglass-O’Connell website.