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Come learn about the Critical Language Scholarship with Angela Woods, Program Officer for CLS/State Department and SU alum Click on “Events” tab to RSVP! Part I: Critical Language Scholarship Program Seminar with Angela Woods Information and advice on how to apply. Wednesday, September 17th, 4:00-5:00 PM, 341 Eggers Hall Part II: Essay Writing Workshop…
It’s getting down to the wire now! Remember the campus Fulbright Deadline is: 12 NOON on MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15th #1 There is a Fulbright Blog called “How to get a Fulbright” that I recently discovered – you may find it interesting and helpful. It’s at: #2 As I look over the list of applicants on…
In 2013-14, Syracuse University students were winners of the Fulbright ETA, Goldwater, Buick Achievers Scholarship, National Science Foundation GRFP, Gilman, Pickering, and Critical Language Scholarship, among others. Could you be next? The Center for Fellowship & Scholarship Advising (CFSA) provides information, advising and support for students interested in applying for nationally competitive fellowships and scholarships. This…
Remember – the deadline for submitting your Fulbright Application is Monday, September 15th. #1 This year, there are actually 2 places to include the due date for your recommendations – WHICH IS ALSO Monday September 15th! – Question #48 on the Personal Information Page asks for the recommendation due date And each time your register…
I hope that by now you have a completed a first draft of all parts of your application, and you are working on edits and polishing. Remember to mark the WORKSHOPS on your calendars and plan to attend as many of them as you can! And we are available via email for questions and consultations…
What We Do
CFSA helps Syracuse University undergraduates, graduate students, and alumni apply for national scholarships and fellowships. These external awards provide funding and recognition across a range of disciplines and interests.
Institutional Endorsement
Syracuse University requires all students and alumni who are seeking institutional endorsement for the Marshall Scholarship and Rhodes Scholarship to express their interest in applying by June 1 and to complete an “Intent to Apply” form by July 1, detailing their record on leadership, service, academic accomplishments, and their rationale for the application. To express interest, email cfsa@syr.edu or one of CFSA's advisors directly. You can find the link to the "Intent to Apply" form below. A campus committee will meet in July to review these forms and select the students who will be endorsed by the University.
Applicants seeking CFSA’s support and assistance with applications to the Gates-Cambridge Scholarship, the Schwarzman Scholars Program, the Luce Scholars Program, or the Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program ,should also complete the form.
Prestigious Fellowships Intent to Apply Form
Let us know if you intend to apply for a prestigious award (those listed under "Institutional Endorsement" above) by completing this form by July 1st.
Upcoming Events
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Upcoming Awards and Deadlines
Most scholarships and fellowships that CFSA helps applicants pursue have deadlines that fall between September and February. Please consult our Scholarship directory to learn more about opportunities you may want to pursue during the 2026-2027 academic year.
National Recognitions