Must have achieved candidacy and completed all Ph.D. requirements except dissertation by application deadline.; Award must support research conducted after announcement; not retroactive.
Requirements
Application cover sheet; Abstract (max 150 words); 5-page proposal detailing topic, research design, and use of Ford Library resources; Bibliography (up to 2 pages); Three letters of recommendation (one from academic director); Unofficial transcripts
Application materials
Application cover sheet; Abstract; Proposal; Bibliography; Letters of recommendation; Transcripts
How to apply
Submit application cover sheet, abstract, proposal, bibliography, letters of recommendation, transcripts, and curriculum vitae.; Applications and letters of recommendation can be submitted by e-mail to ford.library@nara.gov.; Applications received after the deadline will be considered for the following year.
Important dates
Application deadline: March 31st; Notification of selection: no later than June 30th
Contact
Ford Scholar Award Coordinator
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