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Introduction
The Merage American Dream Fellows program is a highly competitive, merit-based award offered to exceptional immigrant students. The Foundation selects Fellows based on their academic record, their leadership, their consistent ethical behavior, the clarity of their American Dream, and their potential to contribute importantly to America. Merage Fellows receive $10,000 stipend annually for two years ($20,000 total) to help them pursue their American Dream. The Foundation also provides Merage Fellows with strategic access to mentors and leaders in their chosen careers. Up to 66 students can be nominated from designated partner institutions for this award, with nearly 15 of these 66 students ultimately being selected for the program.
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Quick Facts
| Field of Study |
Any field |
| Type |
Funds may be used for graduate study, to travel for research and professional development, to secure mentors, to support internships, or in a number of other ways to pursue one’s American Dream. |
| Place of Study |
Anywhere |
| Award amount |
$20,000 |
| MIT Deadline |
November 20 |
| National Deadline |
December 15 |
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Eligibility
To be eligible for the Merage American Dream Fellowship, you must:
- Must be a full-time senior (must have finished three full years of undergraduate work and must be in their senior year) planning to graduate in Spring 2009.
- Must be immigrants to the United States. Candidates must either have become a citizen since coming to the U.S. or hold a Permanent Resident Card (Green Card).
Students who are not yet citizens must indicate their intent to become United States citizens.
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Selection Criteria
Applicants are chosen on the basis of:
- Demonstrating a clear set of objectives and strategies concerning achieving leadership positions in one of the following areas of concern: business, culture and the arts, science or education, or public service.
- Illustrating a solid academic record; a clear track record of leadership; a commitment to hard work and excellence; creativity and initiative; and consistent ethical behavior.
- Evincing a strong desire to contribute to America.
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Application (see official site for
details and forms)
Complete applications for the MIT selection process include the following material:
- Application Form
- Personal Statement of 1000 words or less
- 3 Letters of Recommendation
- Official copies of transcripts from all colleges attended
- Documentation of immigration status
If you are selected to represent MIT, you will have an opportunity to revise some of the above materials.
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Timeline
| October |
- Applications available in the MIT Public Service Centre (4-104) and on the Merage web site.
- Attend information session
- Consult with Kim Benard who advises candidates about their viability and the best ways to prepare their application.
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| November 20 |
· Deadline to submit applications to the MIT Distinguished Fellowships Office:
Merage Fellowship
c/o Kim Benard
Distinguished Fellowships Office, 12-189 |
| November |
· Applications are reviewed by the MIT Merage Committee. Nominated students notified via email. |
| Late November |
· Candidates meet with Chancellor Clay to discuss applications and revise for national submission. |
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Winners
Rany Woo- 2008; Plans to pursue an MD an dfocus on global health.
Bao Truong- 2007; Course 22 + 8 major from Vietnam who plans to pursue a Ph.D. in 22 at MIT.
Christine Chi-Yun Chiu – 2006; Course 10 major from Taiwan who is hoping to use music as a therapy for mental health patients.
Cindy Xi – 2005; Planning to attend the University of Southern California School of Medicine in fall 2006. Currently working as a Neuroimaging Multicultural Research Fellow at Boston University.
Yanyan Lam – 2004; Completed second year of law school at Harvard and is planning to travel to San Jose, Costa Rica in July to work for a human rights NGO.
Eun Lee – 2004; Completing first year of Duke Medical School and is hoping to get involved in medical journalism.
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