English Majors: Apply for the Student Opportunity Award!

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This scholarship supports current English majors who are planning to further their educational development and employability through opportunities outside the classroom. The award will defray the costs of experiences such as study abroad, travel for research, conferences, and unpaid internship costs (such as housing). The amount of the scholarship will range depending on applications and annual funding.

The award cycle for Spring 2026 and Summer 2026 opportunities is currently open and will remain open until available funding has been committed. Applicants may request up to $500 in support during this cycle. Applications will be reviewed on the first of each month, and applicants will be contacted shortly thereafter.

Eligibility and Application

  • To be eligible, students must be current undergraduate English majors, and they must have submitted a current FAFSA.
  • Application materials include:
    • A 250-word essay describing the opportunity and explaining how it will benefit the student’s educational and/or professional goals.
    • A total budget for the opportunity, including the amount of other sources of support.
    • The amount requested from the Student Opportunity Award fund (up to $500).
    • A résumé.
    • The name of an English Department faculty member with whom the student has discussed the application, and who is prepared to provide a statement of support for the application, when contacted.
  • To apply, please fill out the application form.