CUFR will walk beside you on your national award* journey - supporting you as you build a clear understanding of undergraduate and postgraduate nationally competitive awards and CUFR internal awards. We define national awards as opportunities that are open to students and alumni from across the nation, and in some cases, the world. These awards can include language immersion programs, research assistantships, graduate school, and fellowships. CUFR internal awards provide funding for graduate school.
*National Awards are often distinct from the scholarships or grants offered as part of a student’s financial aid package. Rather, national awards may require applicants to meet specified eligibility and selection criteria through a competitive application process.
To learn more about how to find an internal or national award opportunity and prepare a competitive application, review the steps below.
Get Started on a National Award Application
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Fill out our form to join the CUFR community on Blackboard. Review the “Guide for National Awards” under Resources to determine which awards align with your goals.
Visit award websites and review profiles of past award recipients.
Schedule a meeting with a member of the CUFR team to discuss the application process in more detail.
Attend our workshop series, Buff and Blue Table Talk, to learn more about national award competitions.
Attend information sessions hosted by scholarship and fellowship organizations.
Find an Award
CUFR offers advising and application support for both internal and national awards featured in the directory below. You can filter opportunities by selecting tags within your preferred categories.
Join the Discussion
Buff and Blue Table Talk Workshops
Throughout the year, CUFR hosts conversations about national scholarships and fellowships to assist students in their application processes.
Learn about topics such as how to find and apply to awards for graduate study in the US, how to write a personal statement, and more.
