For New Applicants
How to Apply
The next application cycle for the SREB-State Doctoral Scholars Program Fellowship will open in early January. NOTE: The 2024 application deadline has been extended to April 3 at 5 p.m. Eastern.
Application is only available online.
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Participating States & Institutions
Most SREB member states participate in the Doctoral Scholars Program. Scholars are funded in part by these states. Only universities committed to the program’s goals sponsor doctoral scholars.
In addition, individual universities may fund scholars to participate in the SREB Doctoral Scholars Program.
Types of Awards
The 2025 DSP Fellowship application period will open in early January.
The SREB-State Doctoral Scholars Program offers two awards to students who are pursuing Ph.D.s and plan to become college and university professors. If you are eligible, you are invited to apply for one of these awards.
Frequently Asked Questions
SREB DSP Application Process
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What should I do if my university is not listed under a
participating state?
If your university is a public state school that is not listed, please let us know. An oversight could have occurred for many reasons, or there could be a special circumstance.