Pre-Selection Process for External Fellowships

There are some external fellowships that you cannot apply for directly. You must apply through your department or The Graduate School.

First, you submit a pre-selection application. Then, if you are nominated, you will be entered into a nationwide competition for the fellowship. Each fellowship page has more specific instructions on the application process.

Fellowships with a Pre-Selection Process

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) International Student Research Fellowship
The HHMI International Student Research Fellowship is for international students in the biomedical sciences.

Dolores Zohrab Liebmann Fellowship
The Dolores Zohrab Liebmann fellowship is for graduate students in the humanities, social sciences, or natural sciences.

DAAD Grants for Study & Research in Germany
The DAAD grants provide funding to masters and doctoral level students who wish to study or do research in Germany.

DACOR Bacon House Foundation Fellowship
The DACOR Bacon House Foundation Fellowship is for master's students interested in international relations or public service.

Contact Us
Graduate School Fellowships Office
gradfunding@unc.edu