Royster Society of Fellows
Extraordinary Opportunities…
What is the Royster Society of Fellows?
World-class fellowship- The Royster Society of Fellows is one of the most selective and prestigious fellowship programs in the world. Fellows receive five years of generous financial support, including stipend, tuition, fees, health insurance, and funds for professional travel. But the financial package is just part of what it means to be a member of the Royster Society. It also means participating in a vibrant interdisciplinary community that offers unparalleled opportunities for intellectual engagement and professional development.
Intellectual engagement - Research seminars keep Fellows on the cutting edge of knowledge. Fellows share pioneering scholarship in disciplines ranging from music to molecular biology, from classics to chemistry. In addition to showcasing particular research projects, the seminars also highlight intellectual traditions and assumptions that inform diverse disciplines.
Mentoring by senior faculty- The Royster Society introduces Fellows to faculty from across the university who offer perspectives, advice, and information. Interaction with diverse faculty gives Fellows the benefit of richly interdisciplinary mentoring.
Professional development- The Royster Society sponsors workshops and seminars on issues vital to Fellows' graduate programs and careers: navigating graduate school, managing work-life balance, negotiating job offers, making research presentations, and cultivating professional networks.
Interdisciplinary community- Fellows develop personal and professional connections as they collaborate on service projects, research, and teaching. In fact, many Fellows say one of the best parts of being in the Royster Society is the chance to get to know other Fellows who are motivated, intelligent, and interesting — like YOU!
Giving back- Fellows give back through service opportunities such as mentoring undergraduates, mapping the state of North Carolina, and sharing their research. Working together on these projects allows Fellows to contribute to others while simultaneously building their community.
Membership for life- The Society of Fellows is more than a five-year fellowship — it's a society of colleagues who support one another well beyond the time at UNC. When a Fellow was initiating his now successful business venture, he turned to Royster Society alumni for advice and contacts. When a Fellow wanted to get an insider's perspective on another University, she called a Royster Society alumna working there. When a Fellow decided to move, he turned to alumni to find a place to live. The Royster Society offers you the opportunity to make lifelong friends and build a lasting professional network.
