We invite all full-time Literacy, Culture, and Language Education doctoral students to apply for the following fellowships.
General InformationThe funding is specifically earmarked for international students and all doctoral students emphasizing scholarship and teaching in the following areas: literacy education, expanded and multiple definitions of literacy, children's and young adult literature, foreign and second language education, and struggling readers. The list below describes the intent of the donors, and applicants should state how they meet the specifications for these awards in their application.
Applicant QualificationFull-time doctoral students in the Literacy, Culture, and Language Education Department
Recipient RequirementFellowship recipients will be expected to contribute at least 2-3 hours of work per week to the department in order to fulfill conditions of the award. Students receiving larger awards will be expected to serve additional hours accordingly.
Application DeadlinesMarch 19 (for the following academic year)
Selection CriteriaFellowship recipients will be selected based on a combination of scholarly abilities, financial need, and the aims of the particular fellowship.
Application ProcessThe Fellowships Committee will decide on the appropriate fellowship to be awarded, based on your clearly stated background and interests in a one- to two-page application. The application form is available here (.doc). The application should include:
- current GPA
- progress toward your degree
- sources of income for the current and upcoming academic year
- explanation of how your scholarly work, experiences and career plans match the intent of the scholarships
- explanation of how your research interests and work experiences as a fellowship recipient could benefit the department
- names of two Literacy, Culture, and Language Education Department faculty members who can speak to your qualifications for these awards. If you are newly admitted to the program, secure two names of former professors and their contact information (e.g., email address).
Fellowships Committee Chair
Literacy, Culture, and Language Education Department (EDUC-3044)
201 N. Rose Ave.
Bloomington, IN 47405-1006