December 2023 Newsletter

We are excited to announce that all of our award competitions for the next academic year (2024-2025) are now open! Please see a basic list of eligibility requirements for each award below. You can find the full eligibility requirement list, an overview of the award, and application instructions on our website (linked on each competition's name).

Presidential Fellowship

Basic Eligibility Requirements*: Current GW Master's students who are interested in enrolling in a GW doctoral program beginning in Fall 2024.

Wolcott Foundation Fellowships

Basic Eligibility Requirements*: Prospective Master's students who intend a career in government service and will be studying in the School of Business, Elliott School of International Affairs, or Trachtenberg School of Public Policy and Administration. U.S. Citizens only.

D.C. Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship

Basic Eligibility Requirements*: Current or prospective Master's students in American Studies, History or Museum Studies. US Citizens only.

George and May Shiers Memorial Fund Fellowship

Basic Eligibility Requirements*: Current GW graduate students enrolled in one of the following programs: Trachtenberg School of Public Policy and Public Administration (TSPPPA), the School of Media and Public Affairs (SMPA), and the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences (History, Economics, Political Science or American Studies programs).

Loughran Graduate Fellowship

Basic Eligibility Requirements*: Current or prospective GW graduate students in the School of Business or Law School from the DC Metro Area. 

Phi Delta Gamma Scholarship Fund

Basic Eligibility Requirements*: Current GW graduate students who have completed at least 9 credits in a graduate degree program based on the Foggy Bottom campus (Law, SMHS, and Milken students are not eligible).

Scottish Rite Fellowships

Basic Eligibility Requirements*: Current or prospective GW graduate students with familial/personal affiliation with a U.S. Scottish Rite organization. Studying in CCAS, ESIA, GWSB, SEAS, GSEHD, CPS, or Milken on the Foggy Bottom campus. US Citizens only.

Walter Green Fellowships

Basic Eligibility Requirements*: Current or prospective Master's students who intend a career in public service or government and work in a paid job or internship for at least 15 hours a week. Studying in CCAS, ESIA, GWSB (excluding Executive programs), CPS or GSEHD on the Foggy Bottom campus.

Wolcott Foundation Fellowships

Basic Eligibility Requirements*: Prospective Master's students who intend a career in government service and will be studying in the School of Business, Elliott School of International Affairs, or Trachtenberg School of Public Policy and Administration. U.S. Citizens only.

*Please note that the full list of eligibility requirements is listed on our website.

Are you a current Master's student interested in starting a GW doctoral program in Fall 2024?

The George Washington University Presidential Fellowship offers high-achieving students the opportunity for professional development and graduate study at GW. Founded in 1989, the Presidential Fellowship program requires a two-year commitment and fellows contribute to the advancement of the GW community by serving as ambassadors through their academic, professional, and personal involvement.

Join the new Presidential Fellowship Program Director, Autumn Anthony, for a virtual information session to learn more about the program and ask questions. 

Application Deadline Extended: Friday, December 8th

Teaching Assistant: Advanced Course on Teaching for Graduate Assistants (UNIV 0251)

Seeking an advanced doctoral student to assist in the teaching of a new online course UNIV 0251, a one credit online course that provides advanced training in course and assignment design and teaching techniques for GW graduate assistants who will become course instructors. This 20-hour per week position will be for spring 2024; hours will be flexible. The position is eligible to be renewed for additional semesters based on performance. It involves grading and providing feedback on assignments, managing communications with students, and assisting with other duties as needed.

The ideal candidate will have successfully completed the foundational GTAP Certification Course (UNIV0250), possess some teaching experience, and have excellent writing skills. This new course is taught by GW’s Faculty Development office within the Libraries and Academic Innovation Division and this position supports this effort. We are excited to involve a doctoral student who is interested in effective teaching and in supporting graduate student colleagues in their development as teachers.

The Office of Graduate Student Assistantships and Fellowships serves as a resource for graduate students looking for funding opportunities at the George Washington University.

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Please note OGSAF is unable to provide details about assistantship availability or department funding availability. Please contact your department to learn more!

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