The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowship

Eligibility:

• Degree Level: 30 or younger by the application deadline. Must be starting or continuing an eligible graduate degree program full-time in the United States. Can apply while applying to graduate school or after already enrolled, but you cannot have started a third or subsequent year as of the PD Soros deadline.
• Academics: No requirement, but strong academic performance recommended.
• Citizenship: New American Status (See the website for details)

Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrated creativity, originality and initiative 
• Demonstrated a commitment to and capacity for accomplishment that has required drive and sustained effort
• Commitment to the values expressed in the US Constitution and Bill of Rights, including, but not be limited to, support of human rights and the rule of law, opposition to unwarranted encroachment on personal liberty, and advancing the responsibilities of citizenship in a free society.
• Promise of continued significant contributions
• Graduate training is relevant to their long-term career goals

Application Deadlines

• National Deadline: October 31st, 2024
• Endorsement: U-M Nomination is not required

Instructions for Prospective Applicants 

Review the complete and detailed application requirements, criteria, and guidelines for the online application and essays on the PD Soros website. Make sure to read ALL of the eligibility criteria carefully to ensure you qualify to apply.

Application Components 

1. Confirmation of eligibility, personal contact information, and higher-education history.
2. 3 Recommendations required, up to 5 accepted.
3. Resume
4. Two essays
5. Transcript(s) 
6. Test scores (if required or accepted for admission to your graduate program)
7. Optional exhibits