Fellowships
The Beinecke Scholarship supports undergraduates concentrating in the Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts in pursuing graduate study, whether in a US-based or international graduate program. Brown University is one of a select group of U.S. universities invited to nominate one candidate each year to the national competition.
- What’s provided: Beinecke Scholars receive a $5,000 grant immediately prior to entering graduate school and an additional $30,000 while attending graduate school.
- Location: U.S.
- Field of Study/Work/Focus Area/Industry: Humanities, Social Sciences, Arts
- Program Type: Funding for graduate study
- Duration: Dependent on graduate program
Eligibility
- Must be a current junior concentrating in the Humanities, Social Sciences, or the Arts (note: concentrators in Neuroscience or Clinical Psychology are ineligible)
- Must have U.S. citizenship or be a U.S. national
- Must be a recipient of need-based financial aid
Timeline
| Application launch | December 1, 2025 |
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| Application advising | December 1, 2025 to January 31, 2026 |
| Campus deadline | 11:59pm EST, February 23, 2026 (Extended) |
| National deadline | 5:00pm EST, March 27, 2026 |
How to Apply
Applying for the Beinecke Scholarship is a multi-stage process involving campus nomination for all prospective applicants. Interested students are encouraged to meet with a member of the Fellowships Team to explore the opportunity and receive feedback on their application materials.
1. Complete the Beinecke Scholarship UFunds application, including:
- A completed and signed application form (available on the Beinecke website)
- A financial information form completed by a Financial Aid officer at Brown
- A one to two-page resume or CV
- A personal statement of 1,000 words or less describing the applicant's background, interests, plans for graduate study and career aspirations
- Three letters of recommendation address to the Beinecke Scholarship Selection Committee
- An unofficial transcript from Brown and transcripts from any other institutions you have attended for more than one semester
2. Submit your application through our UFunds application system by the campus deadline of 11:59 p.m. EST on February 23, 2026 for consideration in the campus nomination process.
Brown’s Beinecke Review Committee meets in February to review applications and select one nominee. If you are nominated, you will:
- Meet with a fellowship advisor to discuss application logistics and committee feedback
- Submit your final application to the Fellowships Office via email (fellowships@brown.edu)
The Fellowships Team will submit your application with an endorsement letter by the national deadline.
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