Leta Stetter Hollingsworth Fellowship

Brief Description

The Leta Stetter Hollingsworth Fellowship by Columbia University offers funding for graduate students in the fields of psychology, sociology, or education. This fellowship honors the legacy of pioneering psychologist Dr. Leta Stetter Hollingsworth and supports research on child development and education.

Host Institution(s)

The Leta Stetter Hollingsworth Fellowship is hosted by Columbia University in New York City. The fellowship is offered through the Teachers College, one of the top graduate schools of education in the country.

Level/Field of Study

The fellowship is open to graduate students pursuing a master’s or doctoral degree in psychology, sociology, or education. The research must focus on child development and education.

Number of Awards

Each year, two to four fellowships are awarded to exceptional graduate students. These fellowships offer a one-year stipend of $25,000, as well as a tuition scholarship.

Target Group

The Leta Stetter Hollingsworth Fellowship is open to students from all nationalities, backgrounds, and genders who are committed to furthering research on child development and education.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The fellowship provides a one-year stipend of $25,000, which can be used for living expenses and research costs. In addition, fellows also receive a tuition scholarship to cover their educational expenses.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Leta Stetter Hollingsworth Fellowship,

• Applicants must be admitted to a graduate program at Columbia University in the fields of psychology, sociology, or education.
• The research proposal must focus on child development and education.
• Demonstrate a strong potential for contributing to the field.

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Application Instructions

To apply for the fellowship, applicants must submit a research proposal, CV, transcripts, and letters of recommendation. The proposal must clearly outline the research project and its significance to child development and education. The selection committee will evaluate the proposals based on their originality, significance, and feasibility.

Official Website

To learn more about the Leta Stetter Hollingsworth Fellowship and to access the application materials, visit Columbia University’s official website.