ELIGIBILITY AND SELECTION PROCESS

University of Chicago graduate students who will be registered for the full academic year are eligible for the award. Fellows are expected to contribute their unique perspectives and interests to the International House community and become fully engaged in the multi-faceted life of the House through a wide array of new activities for UChicago graduate students offered throughout the year through the Graduate Commons Program. Programming includes internationally-focused public programs through the Global Voices Performing Arts and Lecture Series, weekly language and culture tables and related dining activities, professional development opportunities, health and wellness programs, social activities and much more!

Factors for selection may include (but not limited to): evidence of leadership abilities, involvement in community and university organizations, extracurricular interests in areas such as performing arts, athletics, and cultural activities, participation in community service, and contributions to increasing diversity. Once selected, Graduate Fellows must remain in good academic standing and abide by all of the rules and policies of International House and the University of Chicago. Graduate Fellows must also demonstrate ongoing participation in the International House community and will be required to submit a statement each quarter highlighting their involvement.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please return the completed 2023-2024 Application Form to International House by email at i-house-programs@uchicago.edu. Please use your uchicago.edu email address and include your name and page number on every page of your application materials. If your uchicago.edu email address has not yet been generated, you will also need to submit proof of acceptance of your University of Chicago offer.

2023 DEADLINES
5pm CST March 17 for March 31 decision
5pm CST April 21 for May 5 decision
5pm CST June 16 for June 30 decision

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For additional information on International House graduate programs, please call (773) 753-2274 or email i-house-programs@uchicago.edu.