Strauss Scholar Luis Larais profiled on Today@UCI
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Known as the SOP, our office helps undergraduate students prepare successful applications for prestigious merit scholarships — such as the Rhodes and Fulbright — that are international, national, and regional in scope. These are funded by outside agencies, not UCI.
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CLICK HERE for Pre-Application for Rhodes, Fulbright, Marshall, Churchill, Mitchell, and Gates Scholarships!
The most internationally prestigious awards, they fund a graduate or second bachelor’s degree at the world’s top universities. Winners study at Oxford (Rhodes), Cambridge (Gates and Churchill), anywhere in the UK (Marshall), throughout Ireland (Mitchell), or in any of 140 countries on 6 continents (Fulbright).
If you’re a member of the class of 2009 – or will graduate in 2008 and won't begin graduate school this year – consider applying. You could be a strong candidate if you have a GPA of 3.7 or higher (3.5+ for Fulbright), a record of well-rounded academic achievement, leadership and community service and can create a strong research or study proposal.
These scholarships require UCI endorsement. Our office runs the campus-level operation of evaluating and endorsing applications. To begin the campus process, complete a Pre-Application electronically by 4 p.m. MAY 1, 2008.
There is no limit on the number of applications UCI may endorse. We encourage all talented students with well-defined study or research plans to apply. SOP staff will guide you throughout the process, the bulk of which occurs in the spring and summer.
UCI students have won all of these scholarships except for the Rhodes, in which we have had several finalists.
UPCOMING SCHOLARSHIPS:
Freshman, Sophomore, or Juniors: Carpe Diem Foundation Scholarship
Are you a freshman, sophomore, or junior looking for a scholarship and you are involved with community service? If yes, you should apply for the Carpe Diem Scholarship today!
Find out more about the scholarship here or at the Carpe Diem website. Materials are due May 13. Apply directly to the Carpe Diem Foundation and please notify the SOP office once you have submitted your application.
MAXIMIZE YOUR POTENTIAL
Spring Quarter Scholarships Class
Enroll in University Studies 40, a 2-unit P/NP class, for an invaluable head start in developing the skills necessary to win Prestigious Scholarships. This seminar (course #87668) involves no grades and won't affect your maximum units. It meets from 3-4:50 on Wednesdays.
Prime candidates for the class are sophomores, juniors, and seniors with GPAs of 3.6 or above. You'll learn how to apply for 34 undergraduate and graduate scholarships. Students will refine their CVS, craft a compelling personal statement, perfect mock interview techniques, and complete a scholarship application.
HOW THE SOP HELPS YOU:
☆☆☆ Merit Scholarship Info ☆☆☆
TOP FACTS:
- Prestigious scholarships emphasize excellence in academic, leadership, or community service realms. Although some may incorporate a financial need component, it is not the primary selection criterion.
- They fund future research and academic or career endeavors rather than immediate monetary assistance.
- Applications often require a thorough statement of proposed study or research, a personal statement, and several letters of recommendation from faculty.
- Developing a strong application involves weeks — sometimes months — of planning and drafts. Begin the process early!
Funding agencies generally ask for:
- Official transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation from faculty
- A project proposal or plan of study
- A personal statement
Some scholarships may also require:
- An interview
- Additional letters of recommendation
- Attaining institutional endorsement of your application
You can find out about scholarships sponsored by UCI and the UC system by contacting the Office of Financial Aid at (949) 824-8262 or finaid@uci.edu).
Advising Appointments
We are eager to meet with you and help you navigate the application process for prestigious scholarships! Please follow these steps to schedule an appointment with an SOP advisor:
- Review Prestigious Scholarships, listed by application deadline. Click on links for details regarding eligibility and the selection process. Note scholarships for which you qualify based on class standing, subject area, etc.
- Email the following materials to SOP staff:
- Completed Prospective Scholarship Winner Information Form
- An updated CV (extended resume) - Find tips for creating one here.
- A current Unofficial Transcript.
- An informal Statement of Purpose and Goals - Write 300 words or less describing your academic and career goals and how you plan to achieve them.
Once we have received these materials we will get in touch with you to schedule an appointment.
RECENT SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS!
2006 CARPE DIEM FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Jennifer Yanni (Humanitarian Honoree)
2008 CORO FOUNDATION FELLOWS PROGRAM
Yvette Shirinian (Winner)
2007 CORO FOUNDATION FELLOWS PROGRAM
Kenny Loo (alternate)
2006 CORO FOUNDATION FELLOWS PROGRAM
Emil Kuruvilla (Selected Participant)
2007 DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) Scholarship
Alexander Phillips (Winner)
2007 FORD PREDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP
Catherine Nguyen (Alternate)
Theresa Nguyen (Honorable Mention)
2007 FREEMAN-ASIA AWARD
Li Ana Marcus (Winner)
2008-2009 FULBRIGHT FELLOWSHIP
Brian Baek (Winner)
Jarrod Larson (Winner)
Yoo Nam (Winner)
Denise Sandoval (Winner)
Neil Saigal (Winner)
Christina Zdenek (Winner)
2007-2008 FULBRIGHT FELLOWSHIP
Tim Martin (Winner)
Martin Vega (Winner)
Neil Saigal
2006-2007 FULBRIGHT FELLOWSHIP
Marika Csapo (Winner)
Vanessa Zuabi (Winner)
Hugo Salazar (Winner)
2006-2007 U.S. FULBRIGHT-SPONSORED TEACHING SCHOLARSHIP
Genevieve Ernst (Winner)
2007 GATES CAMBRIDGE SCHOLARSHIP
Mukul Kumar (Winner)
2007 GLAMOUR MAGAZINE'S TOP TEN COLLEGE WOMEN
Anita Narayana (Finalist)
2007 BARRY M. GOLDWATER FELLOWSHIP
Satoru Emori (Winner)
Allison Zemek (Winner)
2007-08 JACOB K. JAVITS FELLOWSHIP
Catherine Nguyen '05 (Winner)
2007 JACK KENT COOKE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
Annette Burgueno (Winner)
2008 MERAGE INSTITUTE FOR THE AMERICAN DREAM FELLOWSHIP
Satoru Emori (Finalist)
2006 MERAGE INSTITUTE FOR THE AMERICAN DREAM FELLOWSHIP
Vilma Palma (Winner)
2006 GEORGE J. MITCHELL SCHOLARSHIP
Brittany Schick (Winner)
2007 NASA Graduate Fellowship
Rebecca Shupe
2007 NATIONAL DEFENSE SCIENCE & ENGINEERING GRADUATE (NDSEG) FELLOWSHIP
Vicky Zhou
2008 NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION GRADUATE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
Julie Rico (Winner)
Lilly Irani (Winner)
Loralee Larios (Winner)
Stephanie Chan ’06 (Winner)
Leah Dickenson ‘ 07 (Winner)
William Hinkle ’75 (Winner)
Satoru Emori (Honorable Mention)
Justin Little (Honorable Mention)
Jeffrey Cannon (Honorable Mention)
Stephanie Crofts (Honorable Mention)
Dana Garfin (Honorable Mention)
Suman Lam (Honorable Mention)
Paul Nakamura (Honorable Mention)
Tatyana Sheps (Honorable Mention)
Erik Tollerud (Honorable Mention)
Megan Warner (Honorable Mention)
Joseph Wolf (Honorable Mention)
Anaya Esperanza ’06 (Honorable Mention)
Thai Chu ’05 (Honorable Mention)
Ian Crossfield ’04 (Honorable Mention)
Scott Mackenzie ’07 (Honorable Mention)
Christina Meng ’04 (Honorable Mention)
Heather Stalker ’07 (Honorable Mention)
Thanh Vu ’06 (Honorable Mention)
2007 NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION GRADUATE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
Danielle Issa (Winner)
Jenny Ouyang (Winner)
Jung Park ’06 (Winner)
Michael Thompson (Winner)
Joy Trujillo (Winner)
Matthew Whiteside (Winner)
Vicky Zhou (Winner)
Laura Marshall (Honorable Mention)
2008 NATIONAL SECURITY EDUCATION PROGRAM DAVID L. BOREN UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
Michael Ji (Alternate)
2007 NATIONAL SECURITY EDUCATION PROGRAM DAVID L. BOREN UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
Joanna Do (Alternate)
2006-07 NATIONAL SECURITY EDUCATION PROGRAM DAVID L. BOREN UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
Tiffany Wu (Winner)
2006-07 ROTARY FOUNDATION AMBASSADORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Linna Lee (Winner)
2007 PAUL & DAISY SOROS FELLOWSHIPS FOR NEW AMERICANS
Theresa Nguyen (Finalist)
2006 PAUL & DAISY SOROS FELLOWSHIPS FOR NEW AMERICANS
Dora Castañeda '01 (Winner)
2008 DONALD A. STRAUSS PUBLIC SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP
Andy Hoang(Winner)
2007 DONALD A. STRAUSS PUBLIC SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP
Luis Lara (Winner)
Trinh Luu (Winner)
2006 HARRY S. TRUMAN SCHOLARSHIP
Mukul Kumar (Winner)
2007 JESSE M. UNRUH ASSEMBLY FELLOWSHIP (CAPITAL FELLOWS PROGRAMS)
Vasudhsiri Torch Sathienmars (Winner)
Scott Seekatz (Winner)
JUDICIAL ADMINISTRATION FELLOWSHIP (CAPITAL FELLOWS PROGRAM)
Aida Macedo de Partida (Winner)
USA TODAY 2008 COLLEGE ACADEMIC ALL-STARS
Khushboo Kaushal (Honorable Mention)
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