Alumnae Funding

The Alumnae of Northwestern University is soliciting faculty-sponsored proposals to bring distinguished guest scholars, speakers and artists to campus for lectures, masterclasses or performances in the 2024-2025 academic year. The primary goal is to enrich the intellectual and cultural learning experiences of undergraduate students or the entire University community. This year $29,000 of funding is available. It may be awarded in its entirety to support one project or awarded in smaller amounts to several worthy proposals. Many past recipients have combined their grant award with other funding resources. Please see examples below. Proposals must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. CST on Monday, April 1, 2024.

Award: From $10,000 to $20,000 to be applied to tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year

Who is Eligible: Graduates of Northwestern University who have completed a degree before Fall 2024 and seek an additional degree from Northwestern in a terminal Master’s program. Applicants may be newly admitted or currently enrolled as full-time students in a single terminal Master’s Degree Program at Northwestern during the 2024-2025 academic year. Dual degree programs are not eligible. 

Description: The Alumnae of Northwestern University offers this fellowship to Northwestern graduates who show promise of achieving distinction in their field and bringing credit to the University. Criteria for selection include quality of scholarship, leadership, community service, professional experience and financial need. Special consideration will be given to students who plan to pursue a career that serves the public good.