For sophomores and juniors preparing for careers in mathematics, natural sciences or engineering, with a strong emphasis on research, both in graduate school interests and beyond - must plan to pursue a Ph.D. in a STEM field with a focus on research.

• Field of study: Mathematics, natural sciences, engineering
• Year of application: Sophomores, juniors
• Length of study: 1 to 2 years
• Geographic location: United States
• Type of study: Undergraduate
• UD deadline: Mid-December

• Field of study: Any
• Year of application: Any
• Length of study: Summer experience
• Geographic location: United States and abroad
• Type of study: Critical language study

For undergraduate and graduate students interested in studying a critical language in the country/location where the target language is commonly spoken. The US Department of State sponsors and oversees the CLS program, including CLS Spark, as part of a larger US government effort to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages that are critical to our national security, economic prosperity, and engagement with the world.

For seniors or recent graduates, with emphasis on research projects in any field, gaining a graduate degree or teaching English.

• Field of study: Any (may have a language requirement)
• Year of application: Seniors, recent graduates
• Length of study: 9 to 13 months
• Geographic location: Global
• Type of study: Graduate, research, travel, teaching English
• UD deadline: End of September/early October

• Field of study: Any
• Year of application: Senior
• Length of study: 1 year
• Geographic location: Washington, DC
• Type of study: 1 year of work with Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

For seniors interested in a substantive work experience and who have a serious career interest in the area of international affairs. Students who are selected will be hired to work as employees at the Carnegie Endowment in Washington, DC on a full-time basis for a period of one year. James C. Gaither Junior Fellows provide research assistance to scholars working on Carnegie’s project, which include areas such as Democracy, Conflict and Governance; Nuclear Policy; American Statecraft; Technology and International Affairs; Global Order and Institutions; Sustainability, Climate and Geopolitics and regional programs such as Asia, South Asia, Europe, Russia and Eurasia, Africa, and the Middle East. The selected junior fellows have the opportunity to conduct research, contribute to op-eds, papers, reports, and books, edit documents, participate in meetings with high-level officials, contribute to congressional testimony, and organize briefings attended by scholars, activists, journalists, and government officials. The award offers a one-year full-time position ($45,000) with benefits at our office Washington, DC. Junior Fellows also receive a $1500 relocation stipend before the program begins. Average GPA of winners is a 3.8.

For seniors or recent graduates interested in pursuing graduate study at the University of Cambridge in Great Britain.

• Field of study: Any
• Year of application: Seniors, recent graduates
• Length of study: 1 to 5 years, dependent upon degree
• Geographic location: England
• Type of study: Graduate, research
• UD deadline: Early September

For seniors or recent graduates interested in pursuing graduate study in Ireland.

• Field of study: Any
• Year of application: Seniors, recent graduates under 30
• Length of study: 1 year
• Geographic location: Ireland
• Type of study: Graduate
• UD deadline: Early September

For undergraduate students interested in studying abroad and currently studying at the University of Dayton on a Federal Pell Grant or will possess a Pell Grant at the time of the international experience.  Preference is given to students studying outside of Western Europe, Australia and New Zealand.

• Field of study: Any
• Year of application: Freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors
• Length of study: 21 days or longer
• Geographic location: Global
• Type of study: Undergraduate
• UD deadline: Multiple (contact Office of Fellowship Advising for details)

For seniors or recent graduates interested in pursuing a doctoral degree in physics, biology, engineering or related fields.

• Field of study: Applied physical science
• Year of application: Seniors, graduates
• Length of study: 3 or more years
• Geographic location: United States
• Type of study: Graduate
• UD deadline: October

For seniors or recent graduates interested in pursuing a master's degree to prepare for secondary school teaching in American history, American government or social studies, with a particular emphasis on the teaching of the U.S. Constitution.

• Field of study: U.S. history, government, political science
• Year of application: Seniors, graduates
• Length of study: 2 years
• Geographic location: United States
• Type of study: Graduate
• UD deadline: Mid-February

• Field of study: Any 
• Year of application: Senior
• Length of study: 2-3 years
• Geographic location: United States, Stanford University
• Type of study: Graduate study

Knight-Hennessy Scholars cultivates and supports a multidisciplinary and multicultural community of graduate students from across Stanford University, and delivers engaging experiences that prepare graduates to be visionary, courageous, and collaborative leaders who address complex challenges facing our world. Each year they aim to select up to 100 graduate students based on their demonstration of independence of thought, purposeful leadership, and a civic mindset. The scholarship funds up to three years of graduate study. The award provides financial assistance that fully covers tuition and associated fees for up to three years of graduate study.

*Applicants must also apply and be admitted to a Stanford degree program to be selected as a scholar.

For seniors or recent graduates interested in pursuing graduate study in any field in the United Kingdom.

• Field of study: Any
• Year of application: Seniors, recent graduates
• Length of study: 1 to 2 years
• Geographic location: England
• Type of study: Graduate
• UD deadline: Early September

• Field of study: STEM PhD
• Year of application: Senior, first year graduate students
• Length of study: 2-3 years
• Geographic location: United States
• Type of study: Graduate study

Students who are interested in furthering their education in the disciplines of military importance compete for Fellowship opportunities listed under DoD’s Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs) in research development. The broad research area disciplines include, but are not limited to the following: aeronautical and astronautical engineering, Astrodynamics, biomedical engineering, biosciences (includes toxicology); chemical engineering; chemistry; civil engineering; cognitive, neural, and behavioral sciences; computer and computational sciences; electrical engineering; geosciences (includes terrain, water, and air); materials science and engineering; mathematics; mechanical engineering; naval architecture and ocean engineering (includes undersea systems); oceanography (includes ocean acoustics, remote sensing, and marine meteorology); physics (including optics) and space physics.

• Field of study: STEM
• Year of application: Senior, first year graduate students
• Length of study: 5 year grant, 3 years of funding
• Geographic location: United States
• Type of study: Graduate study in STEM

The purpose of the NSF GRFP is to ensure the quality, vitality, and diversity of scientific and engineering workforce of the United States. GRFP seeks to broaden participation in science and engineering of underrepresented groups, including women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans. The five-year fellowship provides three years of financial support, including an annual stipend of $37,000 along with a $12,000 cost of education allowance for tuition and fees (paid to the institution), as well as access to opportunities for professional development available to NSF-supported graduate students. 

Applicants must be entering a graduate degree program, have completed no more than one year of graduate study at the time of application, or returning to graduate study after an interruption of two or more years.

For seniors interested in pursuing graduate study at Oxford University in Great Britain. Leadership, scholarship, and outstanding character are emphasized in the application process.

• Field of study: Any
• Year of application: Seniors, recent graduates under 24
• Length of study: 2 years
• Geographic location: England
• Type of study: Graduate
• UD deadline: Early September

• Field of study: Any
• Year of application: Senior
• Length of study: 10 months
• Geographic location: Beijing’s Tsinghua University
• Type of study: Graduate study

Schwarzman Scholars is an unparalleled graduate program, designed to ready the next generation of leaders to drive change. It is anchored in a full-funded 10-month Master’s Degree in Global Affairs at Beijing’s Tsinghua University. Schwarzman Scholars readies young leaders for careers in which they will join a growing alumni network of leaders who are working to foster dialogue and build global understanding.

• Field of study: Any
• Year of application: Senior
• Length of study: Depends
• Geographic location: United States, Stanford University
• Type of study: Graduate study

 The SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program is a combined educational and workforce development opportunity for STEM students. SMART offers scholarships for undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students pursuing a STEM degree. All scholarship recipients receive full tuition, annual stipends, internships, and guaranteed civilian employment with the Department of Defense after graduation. Applications are open annually from August 1 to the first Friday in December. Check your eligibility to see which scholarship you qualify for.

For seniors or graduates who are either naturalized U.S. citizens or the children of naturalized U.S. citizens. The student must be currently living and studying in the United States and interested in pursuing graduate study.

• Field of study: Any
• Year of application: Seniors, graduates
• Length of study: 2 years
• Geographic location: United States
• Type of study: Graduate
• UD deadline: October

For juniors with strong leadership skills who desire to pursue a career in government or public service at any level (national, state or local) and attend graduate school.

• Field of study: Any (preparation for public service)
• Year of application: Juniors
• Length of study: Dependent upon degree
• Geographic location: United States
• Type of study: Graduate, public service
• UD deadline: Mid-January

For sophomores and juniors in environment-related natural science fields preparing for careers in environmental science or environmental law. In addition, students with a particular interest in issues related to Native American culture may apply.

• Field of study: Environmental science or Native American healthcare/culture
• Year of application: Sophomores, juniors
• Geographic location: United States
• Type of study: Undergraduate, public service
• UD deadline: Mid-February

For graduating seniors, recent graduates or mid-career professionals of the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) field interested in teaching in urban locations within Georgia or Pennsylvania.

• Field of study: Science, technology, engineering or mathematics
• Year of application: Senior year and beyond
• Geographic location: Georgia or Pennsylvania
• Type of study: Master's degree
• UD deadline: Early October