Farrell Summer Grant Application

Barry Farrell Summer Experiential Learning Awards

Application due date: May 1. Applications are available through this link.

Each year the department provides financial support to allow sophomore or junior political science majors to engage in summer experiential learning that is related to their political science studies. Experiences could include an internship or work with a non-profit public service organization. Support is not provided for undergraduate research (students should apply for a University Research Grant or a Ted and Cora Ginsberg Research Grant instead) or for professional development oriented work experiences.

Interested students should submit an application that includes a cover sheet, a description of the planned experience, and the student's expectations for how the experience will complement their political science studies. Students awarded a fellowship are expected to provide a letter verifying their planned work with an organization before the award is dispensed.

Awards generally will not exceed $1500, and are usually in the $400-$800 range. Students' financial need for the summer is taken into account in determining award amounts. Support is not provided for undergraduate research or for professional development oriented work experiences. For an application to be complete, students need to attach a letter confirming their participation in the learning program.