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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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Connect with SOP!
Interested in applying for scholarships? Want to keep up with upcoming deadlines and the latest prestigious scholarship news? Join the SOP Facebook page by searching for "Scholarship Opportunities Program," or follow our Twitter feed called UCISOP.
Interested in Attending Graduate School in Public Service or Government?
Are you a full-time undergraduate junior in good standing intending to pursue a career in public service or government at the federal, state, or municipal level? Would you like a scholarship for grad school? If yes, you should apply for the Truman Scholarship today!
Find out more about the scholarship here. Materials are due in the SOP office by Jan. 4, 2010.
For an optional review, please submit your application by Dec. 2, 2009 to the SOP office.
To apply, please send us an email (sklrship@uci.edu) with your full name, email address, permanent home address, and whether you have been nominated for the Truman before. Our office will register you as a candidate for the Truman and Truman will send you personalized login information to access the application.
Calling all Hard Science Researchers!
What is the significance of December 7?
For students interested in the
Barry Goldwater Scholarship, this is the day you can submit your application to the SOP office for staff review before leaving for Winter Break!
Although January 4 is the deadline for submitting complete applications to the SOP office, we highly encourage you to get some early feedback to help you work with direction during Winter Break.
This scholarship requires campus endorsement of applications and UCI may only forward 4 to the Goldwater for funding consideration. Remember that faculty letters of recommendations are also due to the SOP office by Jan. 4.
The Goldwater is a prestigious scholarship awarded to math, science, engineering and ICS students who have demonstrated excellence in research and academics. It covers $7,500 annually for undergraduate expenses (tuition, fees, books, room & board).
Access application materials at the Goldwater Foundation website.
Seniors & Recent Grads: Math, Science & Engineering Scholarship
The National Defense Science & Engineering Graduate Fellowship Program funds three years of graduate tuition toward a PhD in the mathematical, physical, biological, ocean and engineering sciences. Additionally, Fellows receive annual stipends of more than $30,500.
Candidates must be U.S. citizens who intend to graduate between December 2009 and August 2010.
Operated by the U.S. Department of Defense, the scholarship is designed to increase the number and quality of scientists and engineers who will lead innovative research projects in disciplines having the greatest payoff to national defense requirements.
Applications are due at 1 p.m. EST on Jan. 4 and are available
here. Apply directly to the NDSEG, and please notify the SOP office if you decide to apply.
Prose on Ethics
No matter your field, you’ve definitely encountered the topic of ethics. The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity conducts an annual essay writing contest in order to encourage our academic community to seriously consider the impact of ethics in our daily lives. Five students win prizes from $500 to $5,000 annually.
This contest is definitely for everybody; the essays span from discussions of lost faith to evaluations of patient consent forms in pharmaceutical research projects.
For those of you interested in participating…the deadline for learning more is NOW!
If you wish to receive feedback from SOP staff on a draft of your essay, please submit it to the SOP office by December 7. Final drafts of applications are due to the Elie Wiesel Foundation on Jan. 8, 2010.
To obtain an application form and view essay topics for this year's competition, check out the Elie Wiesel website.
Scholarship for Language, Political & Cultural Studies Abroad
Students in any year of study may apply for the National Security Education Program’s David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarship, which supports study in geographic areas, languages, and fields of study deemed critical to U.S. national security. It funds up to $20,000 for up to an academic year of language and political/cultural studies in Africa, Asia, Central & Eastern Europe, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Middle East.
Candidates must be U.S. citizens who plan to study in the above regions between summer 2010 and spring 2011. Please note: this program does not support study in Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Western Europe.
All recipients of the scholarship must agree to work for a federal agency or office involved in national security affairs for a period of time equivalent to the length of program funded by the award.
Click here for more information.
Complete applications are due Jan. 5 in the SOP office. For more information, email or call 1-800-618-NSEP.
Juniors: Beinecke Scholarship for Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
Are you a junior in financial need looking for a scholarship for grad school and your major is in the schools of arts, humanities, or social sciences? If yes, you should apply for the Beinecke Scholarship today!
Find out more about the scholarship here. Materials are due in the SOP office by Jan. 19.
Please go to the Scholarship Forms link on the left to access the 2009 Beinecke Application Instructions, Form and Financial Aid Data Sheet.
Further information can be found here.
Udall Scholarship
Attention, all sophomores, juniors, and non-graduating seniors. If you show commitment to an environmental career or are a Native American or Alaskan Native planning a career in healthcare or tribal public policy and are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, the Morris K. Udall Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship is designed for you! It funds $5,000 toward tuition, fees, books, and room and board for the 2010-11 academic year.
Application forms and instructions are available here. Completed materials -- application, essay, official transcript(s), and 3 letters of recommendation -- are
due Dec. 2, 2009 for optional preliminary review. The final UCI deadline is Feb. 1, 2010 in the SOP office, as they require university endorsement.
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)
2009-2010 FULBRIGHT FELLOWSHIP
Robert Amador (Finalist)
Valerie Dao ’08 (Winner)
Kathryn Farrar ’08 (Winner)
Andy Hoang (Winner)
Sky Johnston '07 (Finalist)
Tuong Van Nguyen '08 (Alternate)
2008-2009 FULBRIGHT FELLOWSHIP
Brian Baek (Winner)
Jarrod Larson (Winner)
Yoo Nam (Winner)
Jessica Newman (Winner)
Denise Sandoval (Winner)
Neil Saigal (Winner)
Jeffrey Schauer (Finalist)
Christina Zdenek (Winner)
2007-2008 FULBRIGHT FELLOWSHIP
Tim Martin (Winner)
Martin Vega (Winner)
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)
2009 BARRY M. GOLDWATER FELLOWSHIP
Matthew Hickman (Winner)
Maryjane Vennat (Winner)
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)
2009 MERAGE INSTITUTE FOR THE AMERICAN DREAM FELLOWSHIP
Matin Khoshnevis (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)
2009 NATIONAL SECURITY EDUCATION PROGRAM DAVID L. BOREN UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
Lina Kim (Winner)
Cristian Martinez (Winner)
2008 NATIONAL SECURITY EDUCATION PROGRAM DAVID L. BOREN UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
Nick Gerda (Winner)
Michael Ji (Winner)
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)
2009-10 ROTARY FOUNDATION AMBASSADORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Jackie Seiglie (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)
2009 DONALD A. STRAUSS PUBLIC SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP
Long-Co Nguyen (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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