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Graduate/Post-Commencement/Alumni Opportunities

One of the categories of ‘fellowship’ (and the one people tend to think of when they think of ‘fellowships’) is focused upon opportunities students apply for in their junior year (Truman) or senior year (everything else) and then, if awarded, engage in after graduation. Depending upon the opportunity, GVSU alumni are also eligible - do reach out if you are a year or more ‘out’ from graduation and interested in pursuing a Fulbright, Peace Corps, Payne, Rangel, Pickering or other fellowship. We work often with alumni applicants. Many awards seek applicants who have significant gap experiences in leadership and service between commencement and advanced study or other form of fellowship experience. These opportunities can be life-changing! You will see some of these opportunities listed below, linked to the actual funding organization. Note that there are many more opportunities available than are highlighted here.

Emmy Scott '21

Emmy Scott, ’21, received a Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship (ETA) grant to teach English classes in Argentina during the 2026 (March-December) school year (southern hemisphere academic calendar).  Scott was a dual major, earning bachelor's degrees in Global Studies and Social Impact, and Spanish, in addition to a minor in Latin American Studies. 

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program (opens in a new window) expands perspectives through academic and professional advancement and cross-cultural dialogue. In partnership with more than 140 countries worldwide, the Program offers unparalleled opportunities in all academic disciplines to passionate and accomplished graduating college seniors, graduate students, and young professionals from all backgrounds. Program participants pursue graduate study, conduct research, or teach English abroad.

Page last modified June 29, 2026