Scholars receive full funding to pursue graduate study at Stanford. This includes the JD, MA, MBA, MD, MFA, MS, and PhD programs, as well as joint- and dual-degrees. International students can apply. Candidate profile should include independence of thought, purposeful leadership, and a civic mindset.
Timeline
- Things to do now:
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- Thoroughly read through the eligibility requirements and candidate criteria.
- Research requirements and application deadlines for graduate program at Stanford.
- Schedule and complete any necessary testing required for graduate program.
- Consider potential recommendation writers and discuss with a Scholar Mentor.
- Put together a support team of faculty or advisors who would help with your application.
- Schedule a meeting with Lesha Greene at leg78@pitt.edu to discuss your application and potential endorsement.
- May–August
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- Start your application.
- Send for all university/college transcripts (unofficial is okay).
- Transcripts for study abroad not necessary if grades are included in Pitt transcript.
- Meet with a Scholar Mentor to review drafts of your essays and one page resume.
- Talk to your Scholar Mentor about your online video submission.
- Meet with your support team to discuss your essays.
- September–October
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- Submit final (draft) application to Lesha by September 1st.
- Have recommenders send draft letters to Lesha by September 1st.
- Get interviewed by Pitt committee (mid September).
- University chooses 4 candidates to endorse (contact Lesha by May 1st of your application year to discuss the endorsement process).
- Revise application and submit final version online (deadline is in early October each year).
- Submit online video.
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