Fellowships for the Sciences
Fellowships for the Sciences
Discover Funding Opportunities
Many scholarships can support scientific research, graduate study in the sciences, and more.
Office hours
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8:30 am – 4:30pm
Green Hall 444
Think of your LinkedIn profile as a virtual “resume” that includes information about your education, experiences, skills, and much more. Keep in mind that your LinkedIn profile, similar to your resume, is an opportunity to brand yourself. So before you begin building your profile, you should think about how you want to communicate your brand. Ask yourself: What sets you apart from your peers? What unique contribution do you bring to the table?
Writing a Personal Statement
A personal statement is a narrative essay that connects your background, experiences, and goals to the mission, requirements, and desired outcomes of the specific opportunity you are seeking. It is a critical component in the selection process, whether the essay is for a competitive internship, a graduate fellowship, or admittance to a graduate school program. It gives the selection committee the best opportunity to get to know you, how you think and make decisions, ways in which past experiences have been significant or formative, and how you envision your future.
Requesting Faculty References
This resource provides best practices for letters of reference — both for those requesting them and those writing them. Review the resources below to make sure your letters will be effective and on time, and that the process will run smoothly for all involved.
Standardized Tests for Graduate School Resource
Many, if not most, graduate school programs will require standardized test scores as part of the application for admission. Which test you will need to take will vary based on the institution and degree program. This resource will help you to research the programs to which you intend on applying to determine which test(s) will be required.
Interviewing
An interview is a conversation between two (or more) people to determine mutual fit for a particular role and organization. At the end of the conversation, the interviewer(s) should be able to determine whether you are able to perform the responsibilities required for the role. You will be able to determine whether the organization and role are the right next step for you, taking into consideration your interests, academic background, and career aspirations.
Resume Guidelines and Samples
Your resume is generally a one-page document that clearly presents your current and past experiences and accomplishments so that your reader can understand the unique value that you bring to the table. The resume guidelines listed below are available as a downloadable pdf here.