National and International Fellowships
The National and International Fellowships Office works with students and alumni interested in pursuing national scholarship and fellowship opportunities. We hold individualized advising appointments, publicize fellowship opportunities, and support Occidental College candidates in their pursuit of highly competitive and prestigious academic opportunities. Fellowships fund enriching and valuable opportunities to: pursue graduate study, develop professional skills, intern, develop leadership skills and experience, study abroad, conduct independent research, work as a research assistant in prestigious labs and research institutions, teach English as a second language, and implement independent projects.
First year students are encouraged to meet with the Director of National and International Fellowships to explore opportunities available to them early in their academic career as well as to prepare for future awards.
Each individual fellowship has its own set of criteria, but most seek the following qualifications in candidates:
- strong academic achievement (especially in your selected field)
- outstanding leadership roles
- demonstrated leadership effectiveness
- involvement community activities
- participation in extracurricular activities
- alignment with specific eligibility criteria for individual awards such as: research experience, internship/work experience, teaching/tutoring/mentoring experience, citizenship requirements, age requirements
The office works collaboratively with faculty and staff to introduce students and alumni to a range of national and international opportunities and support them throughout the application process, including interview practice and preparation. In addition, we offer fellowship writing workshops and information sessions. We work in partnership with the Center for Academic Excellence Writing Specialists, the Career Development Center, the Undergraduate Research Office, the International Programs Office, and the Office of Community Engagement to provide a range of resources to Occidental College candidates so that they may submit compelling and competitive applications.
Visit the office online at http://www.oxy.edu/national-awards or in person in Hameetman Career Center, 111.