Winning a major fellowship or scholarship is a great honor that can open many doors to new opportunities and experiences. Whatever your personal and professional goals, fellowships are worth the time and effort required for their pursuit. Whether or not you receive an award, you will emerge from the fellowship application process with a stronger sense of who you are, and a clearer vision of what you want to do. The resources and information listed under Application Guidance offers useful tips as you prepare the various components that make up the application dossier.
Nationally competitive fellowships and scholarships require an enormous amount of effort and commitment from the applicant. The NCS team can help to make the process manageable. We encourage you to schedule an appointment to discuss your plans, and attend information sessions held throughout the year. This website has numerous resources to help you at every stage of the process.
Most important – start early. The earlier you consider applying for a fellowship or scholarship the more competitive your application will be. Many deadlines fall nearly a year before the activity that they fund begins. Knowing what you hope to do well in advance will ensure that you meet the deadlines and prepare a compelling application.
Where to Start with NCS
Start by exploring your goals, finding fellowships that fit, checking eligibility, and meeting with an advisor to guide your application strategy.
Strategies to Enhance Your Candidacy
Strengthen your academics, engage in your community, pursue research, and grow as a leader to become a strong candidate for competitive awards.
