Prestigious Global Scholarships, Fellowships, & Funding Opportunities

Scholarships, Fellowships, and Funded Opportunities

Scholarships, fellowships, research grants, and study abroad funding can transform your college experience and your future.

Each year, New College students earn prestigious awards that provide funding for undergraduate research, international study, public service, leadership development, graduate education, and career exploration. These opportunities do more than help cover costs; they allow students to pursue experiences that expand their knowledge, strengthen their skills, and open doors to future success.

Imagine spending a summer conducting cutting-edge research through a National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (NSF REU) program while earning a competitive stipend. Or studying abroad with support from the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, gaining a global perspective that enhances both your education and career readiness. Nationally competitive scholarships and fellowships can also provide pathways to careers in research, public policy, international affairs, education, public service, and many other fields.

Pathways to Academic, Professional, and Career Success

Exploring scholarship and funding opportunities early in your college career can help you build valuable skills that employers, graduate schools, and fellowship selection committees seek, including:

• Goal setting and strategic planning
• Professional and persuasive writing
• Budget development and financial planning
• Project management and organization
• Collaboration with faculty mentors and professional advisors
• Leadership, communication, and self-advocacy

The application process itself can be transformative. Developing a competitive scholarship or fellowship application encourages you to reflect on your experiences, clarify your academic and career goals, and articulate how your interests, values, and ambitions connect to your future plans.

Funded opportunities such as research experiences, internships, conferences, and study abroad programs can strengthen your thesis work, expand your professional network, enhance your resume, and prepare you for graduate school or employment after graduation.