Doctoral Fellowship for Veterans and Current Members of the U.S. Armed Forces
Application Deadline: Monday, March 2, 2026
The University Graduate School is dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging and well-being for all students. To support this mission, we are excited to introduce a fellowship aimed at actively recruiting veterans and current members of the U.S. Armed Forces for our doctoral programs and supporting them in their graduate studies.
This fellowship reflects our values of community, integrity, and partnership by providing financial and academic support to help veterans and service members transition into and succeed in graduate education. By prioritizing their recruitment and well-being, we aim to ensure that these students feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to thrive academically and personally at IU Bloomington.
Stipend and Benefits
This is a single-year award, in the form of a stipend ($25,000), health insurance, and a 30-hour fee remission (at the current Graduate School rate) for the upcoming year. The successful applicants may use the stipend funds for living expenses or any other expense related to the cost of attendance.
Note: The award must be used for the year it is awarded. A recipient cannot place this award into a 'reserved' status for use in a future year.
Application Process
Applications are to be made directly by the applicant to the IU Graduate School Bloomington.
To apply, complete the Online Application Form
- Upload a personal statement describing:
- The significance of your research
- Your academic and career goals
- A rationale for why you should receive this fellowship
- If you are currently enrolled at IU, upload an unofficial transcript for all graduate work at Indiana University Bloomington. If you are newly admitted, upload a brief letter from the admitting department verifying that you have been offered admission.
- Upload a curriculum vitae
- Upload confirmation of armed forces status
- Provide the username for 2 individuals who will provide a letter of recommendation addressing your strengths and suitability for the award. Please inform the referrers that they will receive an email from IU Graduate School Bloomington with the subject "Veterans/Current Armed Forces Fellowship".
Contact Jennifer Barron, Fellowships and Awards Coordinator, at ugsawrd@iu.edu with any questions or concerns.
