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DUE DATE: Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowship

ACLS invites applications for Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowships, which provide a year of support for doctoral students preparing to embark on innovative dissertation research projects in the humanities and interpretive social sciences. This program is made possible by a grant from the Mellon Foundation. Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowships support graduate students who show promise of leading their fields in important new directions. The fellowships are designed to intervene at the formative stage of dissertation development, before research and writing are advanced. The program seeks to expand the range of research methodologies, formats, and areas of inquiry traditionally considered suitable for the dissertation, with a particular focus on supporting scholars who can build a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable academy. Fellowship Details Award: $42,000 base stipend for the fellowship year, plus up to $8,000 for project-related research, training, development, and travel costs.… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: fellowships@acls.org. Event Types: Academics. Event sponsors: ACLS. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.acls.org.

DUE DATE: P.D. Soros Fellowship for New Americans

The P.D. Soros Fellowship for New Americans provides merit-based funding for new Americans, immigrants and children of immigrants, who demonstrate potential to make significant contributions to U.S. culture, society and academia. HOW MUCH? A $50,000 annual stipend and up to $40,000 for tuition over one to two years ELIGIBILITY: Immigrants or children of immigrants to the U.S. who are 30 years or younger. Get more eligibility details at pdsoros.org/eligibility. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: info@pdsoros.org. Event Types: Not Specified. Event sponsors: P.D. Soros Fellowship for New Americans. Target Audience: Incoming or current full-time graduate/professional students; immigrants or children of immigrants. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 11:00 AM.

DUE DATE: American-Scandinavian Foundation (ASF) Fellowships for Americans

The American-Scandinavian Foundation (ASF) is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for Fellowships for Americans in the Nordic Countries in the 2026-27 academic year. ASF offers both long-term (4-12 months) fellowships of up to $23,000 and short-term (1-3 months) grants of up to $5,000 to graduate students (preferably dissertation-related) and academic professionals interested in pursuing research or creative arts projects in the Nordic region (Denmark, Faroe Islands, Greenland, Iceland, Finland, Norway, Sweden, and Sápmi). Awards are given in all fields. Deadline: November 1, 2025, Begin an online application >> ELIGIBILITY Applicants must be United States citizens or permanent residents. , Team projects are eligible, but each member must apply as an individual, submitting a separate, fully-documented application. , Applicants must have completed their undergraduate education by the start of their project in the Nordic region. , First priority will be given to applicants who have not… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: info@amscan.org. Event Types: Academics. Event sponsors: American-Scandinavian Foundation. Target Audience: Graduate students. Saturday, November 1, 2025. For more info visit www.amscan.org.

DUE DATE: DAAD German Studies Research Grant

This specialized DAAD program offers German Studies Research Grants to highly-qualified undergraduate and graduate students who are nominated by the professor supervising their research project. The grant may be used for short-term research (one to two months) in Germany. The program is designed to encourage research and promote the study of cultural, political, historical, economic and social aspects of modern and contemporary German affairs from an inter- and multidisciplinary perspective. Research support ranging in value from $2,000 to $3,000 is available to individual scholarship recipients and is intended to offset living and travel costs during the active research phase. Support cannot be provided for stays in Germany in the context of study abroad programs. Who can apply? Master’s level graduate students in the humanities and social sciences earning a certificate or working on a project in German Studies may be nominated for the grant by the professor supervising their research project. PhD… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: grandel@daad.de. Event Types: Academics. Event sponsors: DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service). Saturday, November 1, 2025. For more info visit www.daad.org.

DUE DATE: Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellowships

ABOUT THE FELLOWSHIP The Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship supports doctoral candidates in their final year of writing, who are working in areas of religion, ethics, values, or morals. Now in its fifth decade, the Newcombe Fellowship has become a nationally recognized award that distinguishes recipients within their fields. The Newcombe Fellowships have supported over 1400 graduate students who have written dissertations which respond to and participate in, deep and meaningful conversations within religion, values, and ethics. Those awarded a Newcombe Fellowship are often at the forefront of creative and original scholarship, proposing new insights and ground-breaking work in the questions and conversations surrounding religion, ethics, and values. AWARD PROVISIONS Fellows receive $31,000 for 12 months of full-time dissertation writing (No deferments, half-year, or partial awards). , Fellows’ graduate schools will be asked to waive tuition and fees while maintaining health insurance for Newcombe… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: info@newcombefoundation.org. Event Types: Academics. Event sponsors: Charlotte W. Newcombe Foundation. Target Audience: Humanities and Social Sciences PhD Students. Saturday, November 1, 2025. For more info visit newcombefoundation.org.

DUE DATE: National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Reference Letters (All Fields of Study)

The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (NSF GRFP) is awarded to approximately 2,000 students in the U.S. per year for research-based graduate study in social science, science and engineering fields.  HOW MUCH? A $37,000 annual stipend and full tuition for 3 years ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens, nationals and permanent residents only. Get more eligibility details at https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/grfp-nsf-graduate-research-fellowship-program. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: info@nsfgrfp.org. Event Types: Not Specified. Event sponsors: National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program. Friday, November 7, 2025.

DUE DATE: National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Application (for Life Sciences)

The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (NSF GRFP) is awarded to approximately 2,000 students in the U.S. per year for research-based graduate study in social science, science and engineering fields.  HOW MUCH? A $37,000 annual stipend and full tuition for 3 years ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens, nationals and permanent residents only. Get more eligibility details at https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/grfp-nsf-graduate-research-fellowship-program. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: info@nsfgrfp.org. Event Types: Not Specified. Event sponsors: National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program. Monday, November 10, 2025.

DUE DATE: National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Application (for Computer & Information Sciences, Materials Research, Psychology, Social Sciences, STEM Education)

The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (NSF GRFP) is awarded to approximately 2,000 students in the U.S. per year for research-based graduate study in social science, science and engineering fields.  HOW MUCH? A $37,000 annual stipend and full tuition for 3 years ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens, nationals and permanent residents only. Get more eligibility details at https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/grfp-nsf-graduate-research-fellowship-program. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: info@nsfgrfp.org. Event Types: Not Specified. Event sponsors: National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program. Wednesday, November 12, 2025.

DUE DATE: National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Application (for Engineering)

The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (NSF GRFP) is awarded to approximately 2,000 students in the U.S. per year for research-based graduate study in social science, science and engineering fields.  HOW MUCH? A $37,000 annual stipend and full tuition for 3 years ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens, nationals and permanent residents only. Get more eligibility details at https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/grfp-nsf-graduate-research-fellowship-program. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: info@nsfgrfp.org. Event Types: Not Specified. Event sponsors: National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program. Thursday, November 13, 2025.

DUE DATE: National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Application (for Chemistry, Geosciences, Math, Physics and Astronomy)

The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (NSF GRFP) is awarded to approximately 2,000 students in the U.S. per year for research-based graduate study in social science, science and engineering fields.  HOW MUCH? A $37,000 annual stipend and full tuition for 3 years ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens, nationals and permanent residents only. Get more eligibility details at https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/grfp-nsf-graduate-research-fellowship-program. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: info@nsfgrfp.org. Event Types: Not Specified. Event sponsors: National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program. Friday, November 14, 2025.

DUE DATE: National Defense Science & Engineering Graduate Fellowship (NDSEG)

The National Defense Science & Engineering Graduate Fellowship (NDSEG) is awarded to U.S. scientists pursuing doctoral degrees in a wide array of research areas in social science, life and physical sciences, math, engineering, computer science, earth and space sciences and technology. HOW MUCH? A $43,200 annual stipend, insurance and full tuition for 3 years ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens, U.S. dual citizen or U.S. nationals only; applicants to graduate school, 1st and 2nd year graduate students. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: NDSEG.PMO@sysplus.com. Event Types: Not Specified. Saturday, November 15, 2025.

INFO SESSION: Bonderman Travel Fellowship

This information session will present the Bonderman Fellowship, which offers University of Washington graduate, professional, and undergraduate students $26,000 to engage in independent exploration and travel abroad. Bonderman Fellowships enable students to undertake independent international travel to explore, be open to the unexpected, and come to know the world in new ways. Fellows may not participate in a program or organization, engage in formal study at a foreign university, conduct research or other academic projects, or travel with an organized group. Bonderman Fellowships are intended to introduce students to cultures, peoples, and areas of the world with which they are not familiar. Application due Wednesday, January 14 at 5 PM PST. Register at this link > https://washington.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7a_dRVXVSO2Svd-r8SJX4w. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7a_dRVXVSO2Svd-r8SJX4w. Accessibility Contact: gradappt@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Event sponsors: The Graduate School Office of Fellowships & Awards The Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards. Target Audience: Graduate, professional and undergraduate UW students who are U.S. citizens, nat'ls or perm. resident. Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Online.

INFO SESSION: Bonderman Travel Fellowship

This information session will present the Bonderman Fellowship, which offers University of Washington graduate, professional, and undergraduate students $26,000 to engage in independent exploration and travel abroad. Bonderman Fellowships enable students to undertake independent international travel to explore, be open to the unexpected, and come to know the world in new ways. Fellows may not participate in a program or organization, engage in formal study at a foreign university, conduct research or other academic projects, or travel with an organized group. Bonderman Fellowships are intended to introduce students to cultures, peoples, and areas of the world with which they are not familiar. Application due Wednesday, January 14 at 5 PM PST. Register at this link > https://washington.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7a_dRVXVSO2Svd-r8SJX4w. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7a_dRVXVSO2Svd-r8SJX4w. Accessibility Contact: gradappt@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Event sponsors: The Graduate School Office of Fellowships & Awards The Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards. Target Audience: Graduate, professional and undergraduate UW students who are U.S. citizens, nat'ls or perm. resident. Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. Online.

DUE DATE: Department of Energy NNSA Stewardship Science Graduate Fellowship

The Department of Energy NNSA Stewardship Science Fellowship provides up to four years of support for U.S. citizens or permanent residents pursuing a PhD in high-energy density physics, nuclear science and materials under extreme conditions. Fellowship includes $45,000 annual stipend, $2,000 annual professional development allowance, full tuition and fees at any accredited U.S. university and a 12-week practicum experience at a Department of Energy national defense lab. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: https://www.krellinst.org/ssgf/contact. Event Types: Not Specified. Event sponsors: Krell Institute Department of Energy National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE NNSA) Stewardship Science Graduate Fellowship. Target Audience: U.S. citizens, perm. residents planning a PhD in physics, nuclear science or materials under extreme. Tuesday, January 13, 2026. For more info visit www.krellinst.org.

DUE DATE: Bonderman Fellowship

The Bonderman Fellowship offers University of Washington graduate, professional, and undergraduate students $26,000 to engage in independent exploration and travel abroad. Bonderman Fellowships enable students to undertake independent international travel to explore, be open to the unexpected, and come to know the world in new ways. Fellows may not participate in a program or organization, engage in formal study at a foreign university, conduct research or other academic projects, or travel with an organized group. Bonderman Fellowships are intended to introduce students to cultures, peoples, and areas of the world with which they are not familiar. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: gradappt@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified. Target Audience: Graduate, professional and undergraduate UW students who are U.S. citizens, nat'ls or perm. resident. Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 5:00 PM.

DUE DATE: Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship Application

The Department of Energy Computational Science Fellowship (CSGF) provides up to four years of support for U.S. citizens or permanent residents pursuing a PhD in a field that uses high-performance computing to solve complex science and engineering problems. The CSGF is awarded to students in many fields of engineering, physical, computer, math or life science who use math and computers to conduct doctoral research. Fellowship includes $45,000 annual stipend, $1,000 annual professional development, full tuition and fees at any accredited U.S. university and a 12-week practicum experience at a Department of Energy lab. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: csgf@krellinst.org. Event Types: Not Specified. Event sponsors: Krell Institute Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship. Target Audience: U.S. citizens, perm. residents planning a PhD in engineering, physical,computer,math or life science. Thursday, January 15, 2026. For more info visit www.krellinst.org.