| Name | The Hertz Graduate Fellowship |
| Sponsor | The Fannie and John Hertz Foundation |
| Website | www.hertzfoundation.org/schools.shtml |
| JHU Deadline | Students apply directly to the Foundation |
| Official Deadline | November 2 |
| Requirements | U.S. citizenship or parmanent residence Students of applied physical sciences Moral commitment to make skills available to U.S. in times of national emergency Graduating seniors, graduate students |
| Duration | Up to 5 years |
| Financing | The award consists of a cost-of-education allowance which is accepted by all tenable schools in lieu of tuition and all fees. In addition, a personal stipend of $25,000 is paid over a nine-month period. |
| Location | Click here for list of 35 eligible graduate schools |
| Field(s) of study | Applied physical sciences |
| Description | The Hertz Foundation provides fellowships to one of three-dozen universities for doctoral graduate work in the applied physical sciences. Each year, about 24 students win the award. The foundation wishes to support the graduate education of America's most promising technical talent, those wishing a Ph.D. who will have the greatest impact on the application of the physical sciences to human problems. Award winners are expected to use their talents for the common good and to pledge service to the country when needed. |
| How to Apply | 1. Optional — Meet with Dean Bader —
by October 1 2. Official Deadline — November 1 |
| Application | Click here for the online application. |
The information on this page is subject to change. Check the official scholarship website for information & deadlines.