Ford Foundation Dissertation Fellowships

Deadline: November 8, 2010

Length: One Year

Comments: Dissertation fellowships will be awarded in a national competition administered by the National Research Council (NRC) 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.

Verification of Doctoral Degree Candidacy

• A valid National Academies Verification of Doctoral Degree Candidacy Form, signed by the adviser or other authorized official, must be received by the Fellowships Office of the National Academies by January 6, 2011 to confirm that an applicant has advanced to doctoral candidacy.
• Applicants should expect to complete the dissertation during the 2011-2012 academic year, but no later than fall 2012.

Stipend and Benefits

• One-year stipend: $21,000
• Expenses paid to attend one Conference of Ford Fellows
• Access to Ford Fellow Regional Liaisons, a network of former Ford Fellows who have volunteered to provide mentoring and support to current fellows.

URL: http://sites.nationalacademies.org/PGA/FordFellowships/PGA_047959