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CLS Webinar schedule announced

By Kate Hanson | Sep 29, 2014

The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program will be hosting 3 webinars this fall. Each webinar will give an overview of the CLS Program but also dive into a specific topic related to the program. CLS is a program of the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, and it is part of…

Goldwater Scholarship 2015 Application – now open!

By Kate Hanson | Sep 24, 2014

Science, Math, and Engineering students: The competition is open for the 2015 Goldwater Scholarship and we hope that you might consider applying.  Applicants are sophomores or juniors, US citizens, have engaged in research, and have the potential for a successful career in the fields of science, math, or engineering. Goldwater is interested in future researchers,…

Interested in less commonly taught languages?

By Kate Hanson | Sep 11, 2014

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…

Fulbright Hint #11 – 2014

By Jolynn Parker | Sep 5, 2014

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…

CFSA Fellowship Focus: fall schedule now available

By Kate Hanson | Sep 2, 2014

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…

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. 

Interest Meetings

One-on-One Advising

Writing Workshops

Interview Preparation

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

Fulbright U.S. Student Program

  • Start Application: June 1
  • Internal Deadline: September 8
  • National Deadline: October 6

Prestigious Fellowship Intent to Apply

  • Due July 1: Required for all applicants to the Marshall Scholarship and Rhodes Scholarship. Recommended for applicants pursuing the Gates Cambridge Scholarship, Knight-Hennessy Scholarship, Luce Scholarship, and Schwarzman Scholarship

Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship

  • National Deadline: October 1

National Recognitions

Badge that reads Fulbright Top Producer U.S. Student Program 2024-2025
Badge that reads Fulbright Top Producer U.S. Student Program 2023-2024
Fulbright logo (blue ombre circle with white lines that intersect to look like an F) with the text above and below reading "Fulbright U.S. student program top producer 2022-2023"
blue circle with wavy exterior that reads AY 2021 - 2022 Gilman Top Producer
Fulbright Program logo of blue ombre circle surrounded by the text "Fulbright Program Top Producer Student Program"