The McMurry Fellowship for Diversity Enrichment in Independent Schools exists to provide students of color the opportunity to discover and explore the wide range of professional job opportunities available in private independent K-12 schools.
Types of Awards:
The McMurry Fellowship is designed to provide students of color the freedom and support to experience all that private independent schools have to offer.
Through regional competition, private independent schools award a financial stipend to students who demonstrate an interest in and determination to make the most of the opportunity. The McMurry Fellows then become immersed in their designated school’s community full-time for the entire semester.
Eligibility:
- Applicant must be considered a student of color
- Applicant must be legally authorized or permitted to work in the United States
- An applicant must have achieved academic standing sufficiently advanced to assure completion of a bachelor’s degree before October 1.
- Applicant must be a college junior or senior, graduate student or recent graduate
- Applicant must be willing to abide by the terms and obligations of The McMurry Fellowship
The Selection Process:
The McMurry Fellowship has been designed to provide applicants the greatest opportunity to demonstrate their experience, talent and career interest during the selection process. The process is divided into the following five phases:
- Application and Submission
- Screening and Assessment
- Selection of Finalists
- Selection Committee Interviews
- Award Notification
For more detailed information on the selection process click here.
Deadlines:
Application for Fall semester due: April 1
Application for Spring semester due: November 1
Applications and Additional Information:
Nelda Schultz
Fellowship Director
5952 Royal Lane, Suite 161
Dallas, TX 75230
(214) 696-3692
neldacs@educationgroup.com
Nicole Carlson
Fellowship Coordinator
5952 Royal Lane, Suite 161
Dallas, TX 75230
(214) 696-3692
nicole@educationgroup.com
For the online application, click here.
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