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The University of Texas at Austin

Ward Endowed Fellowships

To support graduate student research and writing and for short-term periods of foreign study or academic travel and/or work experience, related to Asia with preference for Southeast Asia or China.

Scholarship Information:

  • Period: Competition is held at the beginning of each long semester
  • Amount of awards:  $1,000 - $4,000

Scholarship Restrictions:

  • For graduate students currently enrolled in Asian Studies, Government or Economics.
  • Completion of a minimum of 9 hours of coursework in residence, at time of application.
  • UT-Austin GPA of at least 3.5

Other Requirements:

  • Demonstrated scholarship in the fields of political or economic development or American foreign relations related to Asia with preference for Southeast Asia or China.
  • Evidence of leadership ability and interest in public and private international careers.
  • Submission of a two-page description of your research.
  • One letter of recommendation from your advising UT faculty member.
  • IRB approval as necessary (if awarded).
  • A thank you letter and a report on use of funds will be required, if awarded.

IMPORTANT:

  • Application opens in LASSO on the first class day of the fall and spring semester.
  • Recipients will be selected by the College Scholarship Committee and notified the semester they apply.

Contact the Liberal Arts Scholarships office at cola-scholarships@austin.utexas.edu for more information.