Josephine de Karman Fellowship
Initiated in the year 1954 by late Dr. Theodore Van Karman, the Josephine De Karman Fellowship was a step taken forward by Van Karman for students who reflect his ideologies and equal interests.
The Josephine de Karman Fellowship was established to help students with high scholastic aptitude and overall achievements.
Applicable Program, University, and Country
- The de Karman Fellowship is applicable for Ph.D.students.
- Students can avail of the fellowship in any university in the U.S.
Eligible Candidates
Josephine de Karman Fellowship program is available for international students enrolled in a U.S. university.
Award Distribution
- The Josephine de Karman Trust awards eight fellowships per year.
- The award amount is distributed in two halves, one in September and the other in the following December.
Benefits of Josephine de Karman Fellowship
- The fellowship gives students access to funding of USD 25,000 per year academically in the fall and spring semesters.
- The fellowship amount can be used for:
| Type of Expense | Covered in the Scholarship or Not |
|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Yes |
| Accommodation | No |
| Living Expenses | No |
| Books and Supplies | No |
| Miscellaneous | No |
Highlights
| Scholarship Type | Merit-Based |
| Offered by | Trust |
| Organization | Josephine de Karman Fellowship Trust |
| Application Deadline | Jan 31 ,2023 |
| Number of Scholarships | 6 |
| Amount | $25,000 ($25,000) |
| Renewability | One Time Payment |
| International Student Eligible | Yes |
| Scholarship Website Link | http://www.dekarman.org/ |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Josephine De Karman Fellowship , the candidates must
- Be international students studying in the U.S. on a student visa.
- Be currently enrolled in a Ph.D. degree at any university in the U.S.
- Be prepping to defend their Ph.D. dissertation in or about June 2024.
Application Process
- Applications for the Josephine de Karman Fellowship is an online process.
Application Package
| Type of Document | Required (Yes or No) |
|---|---|
| Transcripts | Yes |
| LOR | Yes |
| SOP/Essay | Yes |
| Resume | Yes |
- Letter of Recommendation(s): Each applicant must submit at least two LORs.
- Essay: 500-word essay statement of intellectual interest.
Josephine de Karman Fellowship 2023 Timeline
| Application | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application form submission | January 31, 2023 |
| Announcement of Awardee | April 15, 2023 |
Selection Process
Candidates for the De Karman Fellowship are shortlisted on the basis of their scholarship forms and dissertation completion.
Factors Affecting the Scholarship Selection Decision
- Personal Essay
- Extra-curricular activities
- Recommendations
- Academic performance
- Scholarly Contributions
Grant Details
The application deadline for the De Karman Fellowship 2023 application is January 31, 2023. Applicants planning to defend their dissertation in or about June 2024 are welcome to apply for this year’s fellowship program.
- The De Karman Fellowship is only for students pursuing a Ph.D.
- UG, PG, or doctorate students are ineligible.
- Every year, 8 fellowships of 25,000 USD are distributed to the selected students.
- Selection is based on an essay of 500 words.
To make a mark and get through the application process, applicants should have outstanding letters of recommendation, along with timely completion of their dissertation at the time of the application.
The candidates should also possess a great history of scholarly contributions along with co-curricular activities. It is also seen that the fellowships are usually won by candidates studying in the top tier schools of the country.
Contact Details
For any further queries, students may contact the trust using the following information
| Website | www.dekarman.org |
| info@dekarman.org | |
| Phone No. | 909-592-0607 |
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