Ellis Civic Fellowship
The Robert Lee Ellis Civic Fellowship selects during their first year at the University on the basis of financial need, dedication towards service, personal growth, and leadership development. Selected students make a 4-year commitment toward fulfilling Fellowship expectations. Ellis Fellows are awarded annual scholarships throughout their four years at the UW.
Application requirements and recommendations
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Requirements
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Incoming student at the UW Seattle campus. This means you must be in your first year as a full-time student at the UW with an anticipated graduation date in in 2025 (or beyond).
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Documented financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office. Most students fill this requirement by filing a FAFSA or WAFSA for the current academic year. We also accept applications from those who are not eligible to file for federal or state financial aid but can document financial need.
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Committed to weaving public service and civic leadership development into your Husky Experience--including an effort to connect academic pursuits with community-engaged learning.
Recommendations
Successful fellows have been able to share the following interests.
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A clear commitment to service as shown through past experiences.
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An interest in a particular social issue.
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Ideas about future goals and what you hope to gain as an Ellis Fellow.
Student Stories
The Ellis Fellowship had an impact on my post-graduation plans because of the service component, which made me more involved in my community–especially the Eritrean Community Center. One of my biggest commitments with them has been mentoring YPFDJ (Young People Stand for Democracy and Justice).
—Heaven Tesfamariam, 2019, Medical Anthropology & Global Health and Political Science
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This opportunity is associated with: CELE Fellowships
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