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Post-Baccalaureate Scholarships & Merit Awards
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Each year a number of national and international agencies offer a variety of scholarships recognizing achievement in academics and the potential to contribute to society. Exceptional Oglethorpe University students planning to advance their academic, leadership, or civic qualifications following graduation are qualified for many of these scholarships. Oglethorpe seniors may wish to pursue one of the following prestigious scholarships for post-graduate pursuits.
The following fellowship opportunities are listed in order of application deadline for the 2009 – 2010 academic year. Interested students are encouraged to pay attention to the specific qualifications, internal institutional deadlines, institutional endorsement requirements, and the appropriate Oglethorpe University contact (where applicable).
Scholarships & Fellowships:
Fall 2009
Marshall Scholarship (Deadline: October 1, 2009)
The Marshall Foundation provides a prestigious scholarship opportunity for exceptional graduating seniors who wish to pursue post-graduate studies at the University of Edinburgh, King’s College, the London School of Economics and Political Science, the University of Nottingham, the University of Oxford, or the University of St. Andrews in the U.K. Preference will be given to candidates who combine high academic ability with the capacity to play an active part in the life of a United Kingdom university and those who display a potential to make a significant contribution to their own society. Candidates must be nominated by Oglethorpe University with a letter of institutional support. Students interested in this scholarship must be aware of internal institutional deadlines and contact Oglethorpe Fellowship Advisor, Dr. Cassandra Copeland. For more information on Marshall requirements and eligibility, please click here.
Mitchell Scholarship (Deadline: October 5, 2009)
The George J. Mitchell Scholarship is a one-year, full-tuition and housing award for post-graduate studies at universities in Ireland and North Ireland. The George J. Mitchell Foundation supports future American leaders to the Island of Ireland by recognizing academic achievement and students who have demonstrated a deep commitment to service and leadership in their communities as well as the promise of continued exemplary service. Candidates must be nominated by Oglethorpe University with a letter of institutional support. Students interested in this Scholarship must be aware of internal institutional deadlines and contact Oglethorpe Fellowship Advisor, Dr. Cassandra Copeland. For more information on the Mitchell Scholarship, click here.
Rhodes Scholarship (Deadline: October 13, 2009)
The purpose of the Rhodes scholarship is to provide all educational costs for students applying to pursue a full-time Masters or Ph.D. at Oxford University in England. Graduating seniors who are the special combination of student scholar, student leader, student athlete, and University citizen are most qualified for this fellowship. Students interested in this scholarship must be aware of internal institutional deadlines and contact Oglethorpe Fellowship Advisor, Dr. Cassandra Copeland. For more information on Rhodes scholarship requirements and eligibility, please click here.
Gates-Cambridge Scholarship (Deadline: October 15, 2009)
The Gates Foundation seeks to support graduating seniors planning to pursue post-graduate studies at Cambridge University in England. Academic excellence, demonstrated leadership and citizenship, and social commitment are qualities required of Gates-Cambridge candidates. Preference will be given to candidates planning to pursue studies in health and education through the use of science and technology. For more information on this fellowship opportunity, click here.
Davies-Jackson Scholarship (Deadline: November 2, 2009)
Graduating seniors who are the first in their families to graduate from college are eligible to apply for two years of study at St. John’s College at the University of Cambridge in England to begin in fall 2010. This full-scholarship is funded by an anonymous donor who wishes to provide the same opportunities at St. John’s that he was afforded as a young man. For more information, application materials, and a list of eligible institutions, click here.
Spring 2010
Truman Scholarship (Deadline: January 31, 2010)
Truman scholarships vary in amount up to $30,000 in funding to students pursuing graduate degrees in public service fields. Truman scholarships are designed to support graduate studies, leadership training, and fellowship with other students who are committed to making a difference through public service. Applicants must be college juniors at the time of selection and have fulfilled a service requirement. The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation also provides a number of programs: Truman Scholar Leadership Week, The Summer Institute, The Truman Fellows Program, and the Public Service Law Conference. Students interested in these scholarships should be aware of internal institutional deadlines and contact Oglethorpe Fellowship Advisor, Dr. Cassandra Copeland. For more information, click here.
Boren Scholarship (Deadline: February 10, 2010)
The Institute of International Education offers scholarships for the National Security Education Program David L. Boren Scholarships and Fellowships. Boren Awards provide unique funding opportunities for U.S. undergraduate and graduate students to become more proficient in the cultures and languages of world regions critical to the future security of our nation, such as in Africa, Asia, Central & Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East. Boren Scholarships, for undergraduate students, provide up to $20,000 for up to an academic year's study abroad. Students interested in this scholarship competition should contact, Dr. Jeffrey Collins, Assistant Professor of Art History and Director of International Programs. For applications and detailed information on the Boren Scholarships and Fellowships, click here.
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Other Scholarships for Current and Graduating Oglethorpe Students
Fulbright Scholarships (Deadline: October 19, 2009)
The Fulbright Program is the flagship international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government. The goal of the U..S. Student Program is to encourage graduating seniors of superior academic merit and leadership potential to study abroad for one academic year. This group of scholarships ranges in value and type, including the Fulbright English Teaching Assistantships Program. Students interested in these scholarships should be aware of internal institutional deadlines and contact Oglethorpe Fellowship Advisor, Dr. Cassandra Copeland. For more information and application materials, click here.
Cooley-Principia Honors Program (Deadline: November 1, 2009)
Cooley-Principia offers a funding opportunity for Honors students who wish to enroll at the University of Glasgow for a semester abroad. For more information, contact Dr. Cassandra Copeland, Oglethorpe University Honors Director.
Glamour College Women Competition (Deadline: December 1, 2009)
This competition recognizes the exceptional achievements and academic excellence of female college juniors (third-years) attending college in the United States and Canada. This is an ideal opportunity for talented students to be rewarded for their leadership roles on campus and in the greater community. It is also an opportunity to spotlight your college or university. Winners receive $3,000, coverage in an issue of the magazine, and a trip to New York City where they’ll meet with top female professionals. The 2009 winners and the electronic application for the 2010 competition can be found on Glamour’s website, click here.
Gilman Scholarship
The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. The program offers grants for U.S. citizen undergraduate students of limited financial means to pursue academic studies abroad. Such international study is intended to better prepare U.S. students to assume significant roles in an increasingly global economy and interdependent world. Students interested in this scholarship competition should contact, Dr. Jeffrey Collins, Assistant Professor of Art History and Study Abroad Coordinator. For applications and detailed information on the Gillman Scholarships, click here.
DAAD—Deutsche Akademische Austauschdienst
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is a publicly-funded independent organization of higher education institutions in Germany. It offers semester abroad or degree programs and scholarships. Click here for more details.
Oglethorpe University students are encouraged to contact the Oglethorpe Fellowship Advisor, Dr. Cassandra Copeland, with specific questions about any of these scholarships.
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