Popular Fellowships and Scholarships
Explore the following scholarships and awards that are popular with freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors at the College of Charleston.
Remember, it’s never too early to start planning your application. Email nationalawards@cofc.edu to start your fellowships journey!
Fellowships for Freshmen and Sophomores
Fellowships for freshmen and sophomores provide early opportunities for students to explore research, leadership, public service and academic enrichment. These nationally competitive programs help students build valuable skills, gain hands-on experience and prepare for future scholarship and fellowship opportunities.
- Gilman Scholarship (undergraduate study abroad)
- Fulbright UK Summer Institutes (undergraduate study abroad)
- Critical Language Scholarship (international language study)
- NOAA Hollings Scholarship (oceanic and atmospheric science research)
Fellowships for Juniors and Seniors
Fellowships for juniors and seniors support students as they pursue advanced academic, research, service and professional opportunities. These competitive awards can provide funding, mentorship and unique experiences that help students achieve their educational goals and prepare for graduate study, careers and leadership roles.
- Goldwater Scholarship (STEM research)
- Truman Scholarship (graduate school funding for students interested in public service)
- Fulbright US Student Program (finternational graduate study, research, or English teaching)
- NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (graduate school funding for STEM students)