Purpose: The Jacobs K. Javits Program provides fellowships to students of superior academic ability--selected on the basis of demonstrated achievement, financial need, and exceptional promise--to undertake the study at the doctoral and Master of Fine Arts level in selected fields of arts, humanities, and social sciences.

Funding

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

Application Process: Applications are available on the Jacob K. Javits website

Note:  The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required as part of the application for a Javits fellowship in order to complete the financial need calculation.  Applicants must submit the FY 2010 FAFSA, which will be available on January 1, 2010, and must submit the form no later than January 31, 2010.

Need Help with your Statement of Purpose?

Dean Elizabeth Ciner would be glad to look over your Statement of Purpose and help you critique it before you submit your application to the U.S. Department of Education for consideration. Having her look over your statement may help your chances of getting the Fellowship! Please e-mail your statement to Elizabeth Ciner well in advance of the deadline so that she will have a chance to look it over and e-mail you back with suggestions.

Faculty Adviser: Elizabeth Ciner, Dean of the College Office, Laird 131, x4300.
Questions: Karen Moldenhauer, Dean of the College Office, Laird 131, x4300

Javits Official Website