Academic Honors and FellowshipsOur Advising Portfolio
This curated directory provides an eligibility overview of the awards and opportunities supported by USC Academic Honors and Fellowships.
If you are visiting our website for the first time, please read our introduction to External Fellowships. It is recommended to filter by Fellowship Eligibility, Endorsement vs. Direct-Apply, and by Fellowship Theme. The more criteria applied, the fewer opportunities will display. Click the link to learn more about each individual fellowship and application process.
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| Image | Fellowship Theme | About | Fellowship Tags |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Truman Scholarship | The Truman Scholarship is a prestigious award for college juniors with exceptional leadership potential who plan to pursue graduate study and careers in public service. | Graduate Study, Service Oriented, Third Year, University Endorsed |
 | Fulbright U.S. Student Program | The Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides grants for study, research, or English teaching abroad, fostering cross-cultural exchange. Operating in over 140 countries, it awards more than 2,200 grants annually across all fields. | Alumni Eligible, Fourth Year, Graduate Student Eligible, Graduate Study, International Exchange, Language Study, Service Oriented, STEM Awards, University Endorsed |
 | Goldwater Scholarship | Barry Goldwater Scholarships are awarded to outstanding undergraduates who are studying mathematics, natural sciences or engineering and who intend to pursue a research career. | Second Year, STEM Awards, Third Year, University Endorsed |
 | Marshall Scholarship | Marshall Scholarships finance young Americans of high ability to study for a degree in the United Kingdom, in any field of study. | Alumni Eligible, Fourth Year, Graduate Student Eligible, Graduate Study, International Exchange, STEM Awards, University Endorsed |
 | Mitchell Scholarship | The Mitchell Scholarship provides funding for one academic year of postgraduate study in any field at universities in Ireland or Northern Ireland. | Alumni Eligible, Fourth Year, Graduate Student Eligible, Graduate Study, International Exchange, STEM Awards, University Endorsed |
 | Rhodes Scholarship | The Rhodes Scholarship is a prestigious international award that funds postgraduate study at the University of Oxford. Each year, 32 U.S. students are selected based on academic excellence, character, leadership potential, and commitment to the common good. | Alumni Eligible, Fourth Year, Graduate Student Eligible, Graduate Study, International Exchange, STEM Awards, University Endorsed |
 | Udall Scholarship | The Udall Scholarship supports sophomores and juniors pursuing careers in environmental fields, tribal public policy, or Native American health care. It recognizes leadership, commitment to public service, and dedication to these critical areas. | Second Year, Service Oriented, Special Populations, Third Year, University Endorsed |
 | Astronaut Scholarship | The Astronaut Scholarship supports outstanding college students in STEM fields, awarding over 70 scholarships of up to $15,000 annually. Founded by the Mercury Seven astronauts, it recognizes exceptional talent, creativity, and dedication to advancing science and technology. | Second Year, STEM Awards, Third Year, University Endorsed |
 | Beinecke Scholarship | The Beinecke Scholarship provides $35,000 to highly motivated students pursuing graduate study in the arts, humanities, or social sciences. It supports Ph.D. and terminal degree programs at any accredited university, with flexible funding use and the ability to combine it with other awards. | Graduate Study, Special Populations, Third Year, University Endorsed |
 | Boren Scholarships | The Boren Scholarship funds U.S. undergraduates to study abroad in regions critical to U.S. interests, emphasizing language study and cultural immersion. Recipients commit to one year of federal service after graduation. | First Year, Fourth Year, International Exchange, Language Study, Second Year, Service Oriented, Third Year, University Endorsed |
 | Churchill Scholarship | The Churchill Scholarship provides funding to American students for a year of Master’s study in science, mathematics, and engineering at the University of Cambridge, based at Churchill College. | Alumni Eligible, Fourth Year, Graduate Study, STEM Awards, University Endorsed |
 | CSPC Presidential Fellows Program | The Presidential Fellows Program, run by the Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress, offers top students the opportunity to study U.S. leadership, policymaking, and governance. Over an academic year, Fellows conduct research, engage with experts, and explore careers in public service. | Fourth Year, International Eligible, Service Oriented, Third Year, University Endorsed |