Info Sessions
U.S. Student Program Information Sessions
The Fulbright US Student Grant Program offers thousands of opportunities to do research, study, or teach English around the globe.
Learn how you join the ranks of UMD Fulbrighters by attending one of our upcoming information sessions! These sessions are for current undergraduates and recent UMD alumni, grad students, and master's alumni seeking English teaching assistantships and Study/Research opportunities.
For undergraduates and recent bachelor's alumni seeking English teaching assistantships and study/research grants
Register here for Thursday, April 10 at 4 pm via Zoom
Register here for Friday, April 11 at 4 pm via Zoom
For master's (& alumni) and PhD students seeking study/research grants
Register here for Monday, April 7 at 12 pm via Zoom
Register here for Tuesday, April 8 at 12 pm via Zoom
Register here for Wednesday, April 9 at 4pm via Zoom
Register here for Thursday, April 17 at 4pm via Zoom
Register here for Friday, April 18 at 4pm via Zoom
For ALL applicants: Gain access here to our Fulbright ELMS resource site and to receive notice about our upcoming Fulbright info sessions.
You can visit the Fulbright U.S. Student Grant Program website here.
Are you thinking about pursuing STEM graduate studies and a research career (in academia, the private sector, or government labs)? If so, you should learn about the Goldwater Scholarship for rising sophomores/juniors - future MD/PhD students ARE eligible.
The Goldwater Scholarship recognizes excellence in undergraduate (2nd and 3rd year) studies and research in STEM/behavioral science fields, and provides an annual award of up to $7,500. Maryland is #2 nationally in Goldwater awards over the past 16 years!
Register here for any one of our upcoming Goldwater Scholarship info sessions:
Monday April 14 at 4:30 pm
Tuesday April 15 at 4:30 pm
Wednesday April 16 at 4:30 pm
Thursday April 17 at 4:30 pm
Interested but can't attend? Gain access here to our ELMS resource site for Goldwater applicants.
Eligibility: Rising 2nd year and 3rd year students who are US citizens and permanent residents are eligible to apply for nomination this fall 2025; GPA of 3.8 or above recommended
Considering Stanford University for Graduate / Professional Studies?
Learn about the Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program at Stanford University, the largest fully endowed graduate scholarship program in the world. The Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program develops a community of future global leaders to address complex challenges through collaboration and innovation.
Every year, up to 100 high-achieving future leaders from around the world will receive full funding to pursue any graduate degree at Stanford University, including the JD, MA, MBA, MD, MFA, MS, and PhD programs, as well as all joint- and dual-degrees.
Register here for upcoming info sessions and application workshops!
To discuss your Knight-Hennessy application plans, and to receive support on your application, please reach out to the UMD National Scholarships Office at scholarships@umd.edu
Eligibility: Citizens of ALL countries are eligible to apply for Knight-Hennessy Scholarships. You are eligible to apply to Knight-Hennessy Scholars if you apply during your final year of study for your bachelor's degree or within four years of earning your bachelor’s degree.