Ford Foundation Predoctoral Fellowships for Achieving Excellence in College and University Teaching

[Paco Tomei]

Deadline: November 14, 2011

The predoctoral fellowships provide three years of support for individuals engaged in graduate study leading to a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or Doctor of Science (Sc.D.) degree. The awards will be made to individuals who, in the judgment of the review panels, have demonstrated superior academic achievement, are committed to a career in teaching and research at the college or university level, show promise of future achievement as scholars and teachers, and are well prepared to use diversity as a resource for enriching the education of all students. 

Predoctoral Eligibility

In addition to the general eligibility requirements, eligibility to apply for a predoctoral fellowship is limited to:

• All citizens or nationals of the United States regardless of race, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, or sexual orientation (must have become a U.S. citizen by November 14, 2011),
  
• Individuals with evidence of superior academic achievement (such as grade point average, class rank, honors or other designations,
  
• Individuals committed to a career in teaching and research at the college or university level,
  
• Individuals enrolled in or planning to enroll in an eligible research-based program leading to a Ph.D. or Sc.D. degree at a U.S. educational institution, and
  
• Individuals who have not earned a doctoral degree at any time, in any field.

http://sites.nationalacademies.org/PGA/FordFellowships/PGA_047958

For other opportunities see:

http://scholarships.fatomei.com/scholarships-for-minorities.html