Academic Honors and FellowshipsFellowship Fridays
Academic Honors and Fellowships offers informal drop-in advising on several Fridays during fall and spring semesters for students to ask general questions about our awards and fellowships campus processes, USC Scholar Distinctions, and planning for next steps.
Whether a student is new to our resources or is a current applicant with a questions about upcoming deadlines, all are encouraged to attend and interact with our staff.
Next Fellowship Friday: Fulbright Writing Workshops
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides grants for an academic year for individually designed study/research projects or for English Teaching Assistant programs outside of the United States. The Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards over 2,200 grants annually in all fields of study, and operates in more than 140 countries. From its inception, the Program has fostered bilateral relationships in which citizens and governments of other countries work towards mutual understanding.
Writing Workshop Session 1: Getting Started & Writing Breakouts
Date & Time: Friday, April 17, 2026, from 1:00pm-3:00pm (PST).
Ready to take the first step toward your Fulbright journey? In this interactive workshop, we’ll break down the application process, share key resources, and show you how USC Academic Honors & Fellowships can support you along the way. Whether you’re just starting to explore Fulbright or already committed to applying, this session will help you build a strong foundation.
After the overview, you’ll dive into small-group writing sessions led by USC Writing Center faculty, tailored to your specific grant type—English Teaching Assistantship or Study/Research. This is your chance to start shaping your application essays with expert guidance and peer support.
Register Here: Writing Workshop Session 1
Writing Workshop Session 2: Recipient Panel & Writing Breakouts
Date & Time: Friday, May 22, 2026 from 1:00pm-3:00pm (PST).
In this second session, you’ll hear directly from recent USC Fulbright recipients as they share their experiences, insights, and advice on the application process. Learn what made their applications stand out and gain a deeper understanding of what it takes to become a Fulbright grantee.
After the panel, we’ll break into grant-specific writing workshops once again, giving you the chance to further develop your application essays with guidance from USC Writing Center faculty. This session will help you refine your materials and prepare for one-on-one advising appointments in the summer. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your application with expert support!
Register Here: Writing Workshop Session 2