Considering Graduate School: Scholarships and Fellowships

NCAA Ethnic Minority and Women's Enhancement Postgraduate Program's Scholarship for Careers in Athletics

The NCAA Ethnic Minority and Women's Enhancement Postgraduate Program is offering a scholarship for minority and female students interested in pursuing a career in intercollegiate athletics. Annually, 32 scholarships are awarded to college graduates who will be entering their initial year of full-time postgraduate studies in a sports-related field. Each award is valued at $6,000. To obtain a scholarship application - available only online - visit.

e-Scholar

The United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM) web site provides all students (high school and higher), parents, and career professionals information on different educational opportunities offered by federal government departments and agencies, or partnering organizations.

Fellowships

Provide an individual the opportunity to serve in an ideal setting for advanced subspecialty training. Individuals are given the opportunity to study and gain invaluable insight into a particular field of study. These programs can last six weeks to several years. See studentjobs.gov for more information.

Grants

Provide funds to an individual, a group of individuals, or an organization, usually for a specific project. Monetary grants are given to assist in paying for education, or research and development projects. In some cases, grant awards do not require repayment. See studentjobs.gov for more information.

Scholarships

Provide funds to an individual who has demonstrated high academic achievement and the desire to further their education in a field of study. Scholarships may be awarded up to four years to an individual. See studentjobs.gov for more information.