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Wolcott Foundation Fellowship Program at George Washington University 1. Fellowships for master’s degree studies are awarded to students who have not previously earned an advanced degree and are attending or applying to George Washington University’s School of Business, the Elliott School of International Affairs, or the Trachtenberg School of Public Policy and Public Administration. 2. Fellowships will be awarded to students who have completed their undergraduate degree within the last ten (10) years with outstanding academic, civic, and social credentials to pursue public service careers. 3. The fellowships will provide awards of up to $30,000.00 per fellow. Upon graduation, Wolcott Fellows will be expected to complete two (2) years of employment in non-political government services (federal, state, or local level), in international affairs, or in selected international business in the private sector. 4. Applicants must demonstrate the following: o Students must be US Citizens o Outstanding academic credentials- overall grade point average of 3.80 or higher. o A commitment to the core Masonic values of integrity, friendship, respect, and charity. o Consideration may be given to applicants with Masonic family backgrounds or Masonic youth participation. o Fellowship awards are contingent upon admission to George Washington University, in Washington, DC. o Understand that there is a commitment for them to complete two (2) years of government service upon completion of their degree. o Agree to release application responses to the Wolcott Foundation trustees.
Sample Wolcott Foundation Fellowship application questions: 1. Name and contact information 2. US Citizenship – Yes/No 3. List of colleges/universities attended (including dates, location, final undergraduate GPA, and degree earned) 4. Which school will you attend at GW: a. School of Business b. Elliott School of International Affairs c. Trachtenberg School of Public Policy and Public Administration 5. The Wolcott Fellowship Program was established in 1953 by members of the High Twelve International, a social organization composed of members of the Masonic Fraternity. Freemasonry is the oldest and largest fraternal organization in the world, comprising more than six million members worldwide, of all nationalities, religious faiths, and political perspectives. The teachings of Freemasonry enjoin morality, charity, and obedience to the law of the land. For Freemasons, four important values help define their paths through life; Integrity, Friendship Respect for others, and Charity (caring for each other and our communities.) In 500 words or less, please highlight the importance of these ideals and values and demonstrate how ethics, tolerance, character, and benevolence have inspired your commitment to a career in public service. 6. Do you or a member of your family belong to a Masonic organization? If yes, please share the name of the member, your connection, and the name of the organization. 7. In 500 words or less, tell us which person from the educational community has provided the greatest influence in your choice of career path. In what way? 8. In 500 words or less, tell us why you wish to pursue graduate studies in the particular school you have chosen and why you wish to enter into government or international service. Explain what prompted your interest. Application Timeline · Application period open from January 1 – February 28, annually. · Review period open March 1 – March 30, annually. · Final decisions are announced on April 1, annually. To begin the process of application, click here. Click here for a list of eligible degree programs.
Click here for the 2005-2006 Fellowship
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Wolcott Foundation Fellowships are awarded to U.S. citizens who are attending or applying to
the George Washington University School of Business, Trachtenberg School of Public Policy and Public Administration, or the Elliott School of International Affairs.
These awards are designed to encourage young scholars with outstanding academic, civic, and social credentials to pursue public service careers.
High Twelve International is an association of Master Masons.