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  1. This is absolutely true. Take, for example, Germany. They have 75 slots. Which means that, of all the people who are selected, about 110-150 people are selected for round two (but really, this could fluctuate. They aren't going to send 150 applications along if only 100 are actually worthy of being funded). So now you are down to 110-150, but they won't make everyone who isn't given the award an alternate and they won't have an alternate per every slot. So they may only take 85 candidates total, which means that, potentially, 65 people are flat out rejected for round two. Now, sure, if 400 people apply and you get to round two you've beaten out more people. But now you are also going up against people who are highly qualified and had applications just as, if not more, competitive as your own. At this stage, you have to hope you ranked high among the applicants who moved on. Source: FPA, my own experience applying for a UK grant (was a NS finalist).
  2. Any idea what they are like for study people? (I'm working on a PhD atm)
  3. My FPA told me that the second round generally consists of 1.5-2 applicants per grant available and that you generally have a 50% success rate at that level. Now, I've heard the 1.5-2 per award from Fulbright, but not the 50%, so take that for what it is worth.
  4. Anyone else freak out unnecessarily when they got the survey?
  5. I reached out to them. Essentially the criteria listed is in "and/or" form. That is: you could be from this group and research/teach about this topic OR you could just research/teach about this topic. That said, it is clear you have to be a diverse individual yourself, otherwise idk how you'd answer the essay prompts.
  6. I suppose I was just confused by your point. You had stated earlier that I implied POC couldn't be part of the LGBTQ community. When reading your comment, I thought you were making a similarly problematic implication, and so like you, I pointed it out. You are right that this has spiraled away from the original question. I apologize for bringing up a question or concern over the understanding of diversity, especially as I have since reached out to the organization via phone and received further information on their criteria. This award is not limited to POC. I was simply confused based upon the limited details of the application given in the first few posts. I should have looked up the full scholarship website to see a full list of eligibility and criteria questions. I would also like to note that I agree with the need for diversity. I happen to be in a department that has many POC, but I know most departments do not. So of course, we would need scholarships and opportunities to promote and provide higher education and advancement. I do not disagree with that. My challenge was one of wording, which proved to be incorrect to begin with. Thus, I apologize for derailing the conversation.
  7. Idk, it really depends on how you read their mission statement and the application instructions and where you place the emphasis. I'm first generation and pursuing a PhD, but I'm also a white woman, so I highly doubt I'm what they are looking for, even though I teach about violence and discrimination in mid-level courses.
  8. I'll also add: queer is only a part of LGBTQ. Not everyone who is gay or trans or bi etc. identifies as queer.
  9. My main critique is with the name of fellowship, not its mission. I completely agree that POC are at a distinct disadvantage based upon society's perceptions of them. Not debating that at all. But I feel like using "diversity" elides other kinds of diversity. And if there were a concern about "passing," you could easily include an essay that deals with this. However, I'd also argue that just because someone passes does not mean that they are not still experiencing discrimination. Living in fear that you'll be outed is very much a thing. Plus, the idea of "passing" becomes problematic in other ways too.
  10. That is absolutely not what my statement implied at all. I responded to the definition, which itself limits "diversity" to race, as if there are no other factors that could count as diverse. It makes it seem that if someone is a POC, the only way they are "diverse" is by their skin tone and the related experiences they've had as a result of that. I never once said POC and the LGBTQ community were separate entities of diversity.
  11. I have to say, it baffles me they don't expand this to include LGBTQ people if it is truly a diversity fellowship.
  12. Horb

    DAAD 2017-2018

    It stated this last year as well and I asked for clarification. As you can win their grants multiple times, they mean that if you were awarded the grant, then you cannot apply for another 3 years. Is this what it actually says? Absolutely not. But it is what that statement means, as I asked specifically about it. I've applied for that grant twice and lost both times, but I asked last year because of my previous application. I wish I could give you advice, but each year I had an application heavily vetted and still didn't win. Oh well!
  13. Oh! I was applying the last time for grad school (I did the Fulbright, Rhodes, and Marshall apps, followed by 12 grad school apps) so that took up a lot of time. I was also working 25 hours a week and taking 7 classes and volunteering, so I had a lot going on to keep me occupied. Not the case come spring time. That was a nightmare. And I found out I was rejected over Spring Break, so it was not as restful as I thought my break would be. This year, my realistic hope is to get to round 2. Then I can be proud. If I won it, I'd be shocked (I feel like I had a strong proposal, but with a 20% acceptance rate or less, I'm not banking on anything).
  14. It all depends on country and even type of program. For example, in the UK, most schools, but not all, do interviews. And some schools only do some interviews (the reason for the interview remains a mystery: some people weren't interviewed and got the award, some were and got it, some were and didn't get it). It usually states on the country page if an interview is part of your process.
  15. What do you mean by how it went? We received an email in December (a survey about using Embark) and then late January (literally last days of the month) we got the email. We all received them at the same time (i.e. not by country or by acceptance/rejection). I was applying for the UK, so I had an interview in February. Final results came in March.
  16. So, I think because I've been through it before I'm not stir crazy. I'm also still in coursework, so I have a ton to do. Come January break, I will go CRAZY. I'm only hoping we hear mid-January like it says.
  17. I'm not sure why you would reach out. The deadline passed. Your application will be considered. What matters is how you framed learning language. For example, will you take Arabic before the Fulbright (i.e. now or in the Spring)? I imagine there may be people applying with both language and teaching experience, but not everyone with that puts together a compelling application. There are just so many variables!
  18. I was told to view "recommended" as required, because they take it that seriously. That said, I know that teaching experience for ETA is one of biggest the requirements for some countries. Others don't necessarily care, so then language might be more importantly. It really depends on the country.
  19. I worked at a fellowship office and I can vouch that if you miss the campus deadline, you should apply at large. It is totally fine. They'll wonder why you didn't apply through your university, but they aren't going to reject your application just for that. I wouldn't worry about it, honestly. And I believe the wording is that if you are an alum, you have the choice to apply at large or through a university. It is only if you are currently enrolled that the "necessity" question is raised, and even then, if you miss the deadline, you can apply at large. Fulbright wants EVERYONE to apply. So don't sweat it.
  20. From my understanding, they will not release the application. I can't remember where, but I got an email about it. Still, I would reach out, though it is a weekend and a holiday on Monday, so you might not hear back right away.
  21. Congrats! I can't imagine doing this four times. This is my second time (UK Finalist the first time). My FPA said my application was really strong, as did someone who sat on the FB committee for 3 years for my country. WE WILL SEE.
  22. Just submitted. WOW. Relief and angst combined.
  23. Haha. I bet it was the Rhodes or the Marshall. I'm applying to Germany for a Full Grant. I'm really hoping I get it, as if I don't, I'm not going to be able to do my dissertation work (well, not the way I want to).
  24. Horb

    DAAD 2017-2018

    Hi hi! From what I've heard, the region you apply in and the project proposal are the most important. The project proposal shows validity and feasibility, which are the most important factors when giving someone grants. I think publications vary by field in terms of how important they are (for instance, in my field, you're lucky if you get published once during your PhD), so only having one probably isn't a big issue. In terms of other research grants, they are all competitive. So there's really no safe bet.
  25. Yeah, Fulbright requires universities to send on everyone who wants to apply (even if the university doesn't endorse them, as shown on the Page 10). I really like that feature about Fulbright. It is interesting that you have to send letters to the office, rather than uploading to embark for the internal deadline. I've never heard of that before, but it makes sense. Thanks for sharing, btw! And I hope your application is successful.
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