Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowships Applications

Posted: August 31, 2012

Applications for the Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowships opened earlier this summer, with an early decision deadline of October 22, 2012 and a final deadline of January 21, 2013. These fellowships are available to graduating seniors (bachelor’s degree by June 30, 2013) who have majored in the STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, mathematics); recent grads and longer-term alumni are also eligible. The WW Teaching Fellowships prepare outstanding candidates to teach math and science in high-need high schools in one of the three currently participating states—Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio—but applicants from all states are welcome. The award is $30,000, and the program encompasses not only master’s-level preparation but also mentoring throughout the first three years of teaching.

A qualified Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship applicant should:

have majored in and/or have a strong professional background in a STEM (science, technology, engineering or mathematics) field;
demonstrate a commitment to the program and its goals;
have U.S. citizenship or permanent residency;
have attained, or expect to attain by June 30, 2013, a bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university;

A cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale is strongly preferred*.

*Note: Candidates who can demonstrate excellence through other avenues will also be considered. All applications are considered in their entirety and selection is based on merit.

If you are interested in applying and would like help with your application, please email Dr. Kershner, Coordinator for Distinguished Scholarships and Fellowships, Adjunct Teaching Assistant Professor of Anthropology, and University Honors Program.She may also be reached at (919) 513-4078 (main) or (919) 515-2237 (direct).