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First Steps

Interested in applying for a competitive fellowship, but unsure where to start? Consider the following steps:

  1. Nationally competitive fellowships support a wide range of activities and consider factors including and beyond academic merit. Fellowship programs expect students to be engaged in activities that extend and deepen their academic program, such as relevant leadership activities, professional experience, community projects, research, and/or international experiences—in addition to strong (but rarely perfect) academic performance. There is no perfect, ideal, or even typical candidate. Review committees seek interesting applicants and consider the “whole person.”
  2. Take a look at our LIST OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND FELLOWSHIPS. Note that awards for which international students are eligible are asterisked. We also have a page HERE focused on fellowships specifically for immigrants, non-US citizens, and underrepresented groups.
  3. Submit the form below to request an appointment. (URF’s “peak season” is late August to mid-October and then again mid-January – mid-February. We will likely take more time to schedule an appointment with you during this time of year and appreciate your patience.)
  4. We also welcome friend/peer referrals from students. If you know UT students or recent graduates who might be strong potential candidates, you may refer them to URF using THIS FORM. We’ll take it from there!

First Steps: Fellowships Appointment Request

Name(Required)

Academic Information

Month and Year
In none, please type N/A
If none, type N/A

Scholarship & Fellowships

Select scholarship(s) or fellowship(s) of interest. If you are interested in an opportunity that is not listed, select "Other."(Required)

Future Plans

Graduate or Professional School Plans(Required)

Administrative Details