Thomas J. Watson Fellowship

Description

The Watson Fellowship provides a one-year grant for purposeful, independent exploration outside the United States, allowing Fellows to engage their deepest interests on a global scale.  Fellows plan out a year long program visiting any number of countries . 

Selection Criteria

• U.S. citizenship is NOT required.
• Open to graduating seniors ONLY.

Internal Deadline

October 7, 2024

How to Apply

Please contact Melissa Mandos at mmandos1@swarthmore.edu to access an online application.  The application elements include:

• 1200 word personal statement
• 1200 word project proposal
• Two recommendations
• Transcript
• Supplementary material (optional)

Link

https://watson.foundation/fellowships/tj

Selection Process

• The Fellowships and Prizes Committee reviews all applications.
• Based on application materials, interviews, and recommendations, the Committee selects four nominees. Nominees have an opportunity to revise their essays prior to Watson's national deadline, which is early November.
• All nominees receive an interview with a member of Watson's national selection committee.
• Final selections are announced on March 15, 2025.