Amelia Earhart Fellowship Program

Eligibility
Women of any nationality are eligible. To apply, you must meet the following requirements:
* Have completed a bachelor’s degree in a qualifying area of science or engineering closely related to advanced studies in aerospace-related science or aerospace-related engineering.
* Demonstrate a superior academic record with evidence of potential at a recognized university or college as verified by transcripts, recommendations and acceptance or verification by an institution of higher education with accredited courses in aerospace-related studies.
* Provide evidence of a well-defined research program in aerospace-related science or aerospace-related engineering as described in the application essay, research and publications. Clearly demonstrate the relationship of your research to aerospace and furnish verification of your research program through at least one of the referees providing the recommendation required with the application.
* By the time the fellowship grant is awarded, have completed one year of aerospace-related graduate studies at a well-recognized institution of higher education.

Amelia Earhart Fellowship Program

Eligibility
Women of any nationality are eligible. To apply, you must meet the following requirements:
* Have completed a bachelor’s degree in a qualifying area of science or engineering closely related to advanced studies in aerospace-related science or aerospace-related engineering.
* Demonstrate a superior academic record with evidence of potential at a recognized university or college as verified by transcripts, recommendations and acceptance or verification by an institution of higher education with accredited courses in aerospace-related studies.
* Provide evidence of a well-defined research program in aerospace-related science or aerospace-related engineering as described in the application essay, research and publications. Clearly demonstrate the relationship of your research to aerospace and furnish verification of your research program through at least one of the referees providing the recommendation required with the application.
* By the time the fellowship grant is awarded, have completed one year of aerospace-related graduate studies at a well-recognized institution of higher education.

Award
The fellowship of US$6,000 may be used for tuition, books and fees, or living expenses. The award may be used at any university or college offering accredited graduate courses and degrees in aerospace studies. Fellowships may be renewed for an additional year by a current Fellow and will undergo the same application and evaluation procedures as first-time applicants.

Application
Amelia Earhart Fellowship application

All applications, recommendations, transcripts, and graduate acceptance or letter of current standing must be received or post-marked by 15 November to be considered.

Applications must be completed in English. In addition, international applicants must provide English translations for all non-English documents.

All applicants will be notified by April.

Elements of the application are:
1.Biographical information
2.Plans for intended study
3.Transcripts of grades and school verification form
4.Essay on academic and professional goals
5.List of schools attended and degrees received
6.Three recommendations from teachers (or supervisors)
7.Employment history

Information other than transcripts and recommendations must be limited to the space provided. Attachments will not be considered.

The successful candidate clearly identifies the relevance of her field of study to aerospace-related science or aerospace-related engineering, demonstrates outstanding academic credentials, and specifically outlines her professional or career goals as well as detailing an original focus in her research project.

Payment of Fellowship
Payments are made in equal installments in September and December. Checks are mailed to each recipient’s present mailing address.

URLlink and application: Amelia Earhart Fellowship Program.