Fellowships for the Social Sciences

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Crafting a proposal is a very introspective process. I was challenged to understand my motivations and interest in death and dying, then explain how those have informed my life’s course. From this, I gained a deeper sense of myself, academically and personally, which was rewarding in and of itself.
Sophia Zupanc ’19
2019 Watson Fellow "Dispatches from Death: Exploring How We Die"

Fellowships for the Social Sciences

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A wide range of social sciences fellowships are open to students and graduates of any nationality. Explore the resources below to get started!

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8:30 am – 4:30pm
Green Hall 444

Deborah Tien ’12, 2019 Schwarzman Scholar
Deborah Tien ’12, 2019 Schwarzman Scholar
Upcoming Event

Luce Scholars Program Applicants' Q&A - official webinar

Thursday, September 4th 2025, 3:00 pm -
4:00 pm EDT

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Calling US citizens and permanent residents who are current seniors & grads applying this fall for the Luce Scholars Program - join us for this Q&A for applicants, ahead of the September 15, 2025 application deadline!The Luce Scholars Program is a yearlong opportunity for emerging leaders to deepen their ties and understanding of Asia's countries, cultures, and people.

Upcoming Event

Knight-Hennessy Scholarship: Official Info Session

Friday, September 5th 2025, 8:00 pm -
9:00 pm EDT

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Students of any class year or major - especially juniors, seniors, & recent grads - curious to learn more about the Knight-Hennessy Scholars program at Stanford are warmly encouraged to join this official webinar!Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford University is a multidisciplinary, multicultural graduate scholarship program.

Upcoming Event

Watson Travel Fellowship: Official Application Tips webinar!

Wednesday, September 10th 2025, 3:00 pm -
4:00 pm EDT

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For members of the class of 2026 who applied for the Watson this year & are hoping to be nominated)- plus any juniors, sophomores, or first-years considering applying in future:The Thomas J.

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Case Workshop with Cornerstone Research

Wednesday, September 10th 2025, 5:00 pm -
6:00 pm EDT

Lulu Chow Wang Campus Center, 413, Wellesley, MA, USA

Cornerstone Research is a leading economic and financial consulting firm specializing in the analysis of complex economic, financial, accounting, and marketing issues that arise in the context of various kinds of litigation.

Upcoming Event

Analysis Group EngAGement Series: Analyst Panel Discussion - Wellesley College

Wednesday, September 10th 2025, 6:00 pm -
6:45 pm EDT

Are you interested in contributing meaningfully to teams working on interesting and relevant business problems? Would you like to work in a research-oriented, open-door environment that emphasizes teamwork and collaboration? Analysis Group, Inc. (AG) provides expertise in economics, finance, health care analytics, and strategy to top law firms, Fortune Global 500 companies, and government agencies worldwide. We have built a reputation for excellence with our collaborative approach that allows us to integrate the best ideas of leading academic and industry experts.

Upcoming Event

Princeton in Asia Official Online Info Session

Wednesday, September 10th 2025, 7:30 pm -
8:30 pm EDT

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Calling members of the class of 2026, recent grads, and anyone who might be interested in service placements in Asia: join us for an official online info session for the Princeton in Asia program!Princeton-in-Asia (PiA) fosters mutual appreciation and cross-cultural understanding through immersive one- or two-year work fellowships in host organizations (typically non-profits) and communities across Asia.