Trinity Fellows, Marquette University

Award Type: Graduate fellowship program with nonprofit placement

Award Amount:

• Full-tuition scholarship
• Monthly stipend to purchase books and other living expenses
• Funds for professional development

Number of Awards: Up to 15 fellowships annually

Program Overview: 21-month study/work program where Fellows earn a master's degree in one of 15 fields of study while working in a substantial role with a nonprofit agency

Geographic Focus: Urban nonprofit sector with commitment to social and economic justice

Selection Criteria:

• Must meet admission requirements of Marquette University Graduate program of choice
• Must have completed the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, Jesuit Volunteer Corps, Teach for America, or other comparable full-time service program OR have 2+ years of full-time employment with a nonprofit organization
• Demonstrate leadership potential
• Care for the well-being of others
• Passionate about issues of social and economic justice
• Wish to acquire experience in the urban nonprofit sector

Student Requirements:

• Work at nonprofit agency placements 18 hours per week during the academic year and 40 hours per week during summer
• Complete master's degree programs in two academic years (approximately 9 credits per semester)
• Take three courses together as a cohort (required for all Trinity Fellows regardless of graduate program)
• Participation in monthly personal and professional development reflections
• Participation fee of $1,250 per semester

Core Values:

• Social and economic justice
• Urban leadership
• Nonprofit sector experience

Application Process

For more information and to apply, visit the Trinity Fellows program page.

Deadline: January 15 (annually)