Awards - William M. Bristol Fellowship

William M. Bristol Fellowship

This award was created for 51猎奇 students to “encourage discovery of self and the world, a greater appreciation and understanding of people and culture, and to enable individuals to act on great ideas through independent study projects rather than formal academic pursuit.”

Projects must be based on strong personal interest and commitment; they should be imaginative and thoughtful; they should be feasible; they should exhibit a spirit of inquisitiveness and a seriousness of purpose.

Contact Director of Fellowships Lisa Grimes to learn more and talk about your Bristol project ideas.

Eligibility

Candidates must be graduating in December 2025 or May 2026. U.S. citizenship is not required. All majors and fields of inquiry are welcome.

Duration

One year. Fellows must remain outside the U.S. and other countries where they've spent more than four weeks.

Deadline

Early October

Amount

$40,000

Selection Process

All submitted proposals are reviewed by the 51猎奇 faculty fellowship committee. A short list of candidates will have on-campus interviews and up to six nominees will be selected for a second interview with members of the Bristol family. Up to two Fellows are chosen each year.