Ford Foundation Predoctoral Fellowships, USA 2012

International Predoctoral Fellowships in Philosophy and Science for the students at the College or University Level, USA 2012
Study Subject(s):Philosophy, Science
Course Level:Predoctoral fellowships
Scholarship Provider: Ford Foundation
Scholarship can be taken at: USA
Eligibility:
• 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,
• Individuals who require a minimum of three years study to complete their Ph.D./Sc.D. degree as of the 2012 fall semester, and
• Individuals who have not earned a doctoral degree at any time, in any field.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Description: This year the program will award approximately 60 predoctoral fellowships. These 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. Predoctoral fellowships will be awarded in a national competition administered by the National Research Council (NRC) of the National Academies on behalf of the Ford Foundation. 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
How to Apply: Post
Scholarship Application Deadline: 14 November 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application