Applicants must be U.S. citizens or foreign nationals with necessary U.S. government documents.; Foreign nationals must consult with MHS staff about eligibility to receive a stipend.; Applicants who have not completed their professional training must provide one letter of recommendation.
Requirements
A cover letter; A current, short curriculum vitae (no more than 2 pages); Name of staff member(s) contacted at selected research institution(s); A project proposal approximately 1,000 words; A short project description approximately 100 words; A short schedule of institutions to be visited
Application materials
Cover letter; Curriculum vitae; Name of staff member(s) contacted; Project proposal; Project description; Schedule of institutions
How to apply
Select member institutions of interest.; Access their catalogs and online resources.; Contact member institutions for reference support and state fellowship interest.; Review the Application Rubric.; Submit application materials through the Application Portal.
Important dates
Deadline: February 1, 2026; Candidates will be notified approximately eight weeks after the deadline.
