Introduction
The Van Vleet Memorial Doctoral Awards are the prestigious scholarship offered by the University of Memphis to attract exceptional new doctoral students in specific science and engineering fields. This award offers financial support of up to $16,000 annually (or $17,000 for international students), providing a pathway for outstanding scholars to excel in their academic and research pursuits in the United States.
Scholarship Details
- Application Deadline: February 14, 2025
- University: University of Memphis
- Departments:
- School of Communication Sciences and Disorders
- Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Science, Geophysics, Mathematical Sciences, Psychology
- Biomedical, Civil, Electrical, Computer, and Mechanical Engineering
- Public Health, Nursing, and Applied Physics
- Course Level: Doctoral
- Award Amount: $16,000 per year ($17,000 for international students)
- Number of Awards: Varies
- Access Mode: Online application process
- Nationality: Open to all nationalities
- Award Location: United States
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Van Vleet Memorial Doctoral Award, applicants must:
- Nationality: Be from any country worldwide.
- Course Requirements: Be newly enrolled in a doctoral program within an eligible department at the University of Memphis.
- Prior Enrollment: Preference is given to applicants who are not previously enrolled at the University of Memphis.
- Academic Requirement: Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.25 to renew the award each year.
Apply Also:
- Dr. (Aunty) Mary Atkinson Scholarships at Deakin University, Australia
- Rani Scholarships at the University of Bradford in the UK
- Yale University Financial Aid for International Applicants
- Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarships at Delft University of Technology
Application Process
Nomination by Department Chairs:
- Department Chairs are responsible for nominating potential candidates for the award. A Nomination Form and a cover memo ranking applicants must be submitted to the Dean of the Graduate School.
- Departments should use photocopies of documents for submission rather than originals.
- A selection committee, with representatives from each eligible department, will evaluate candidates.
Notification:
- Successful candidates will be informed by March 2025. Departments are expected to secure commitment from recipients by March 14th, 2025. If there is a national response date, adjustments to the deadline may be made upon notification to the Dean.
Scholarship Benefits
- Annual Stipend: $16,000 for domestic students and $17,000 for international students, renewable for up to four years.
- Additional Support: Recipients join an elite cohort of doctoral students across science and engineering disciplines at the University of Memphis.
For more details and to apply, please visit the University of Memphis Graduate School website. This award offers a fantastic opportunity to pursue research at one of the top institutions in the United States.
