UC–HBCU Initiative Fellowship

Merit Based

Fellowship

United States of America

Provided by University of California, Los Angeles

Applicants must have participated in an eligible UC–HBCU summer program.
Must be admitted to a UCLA Ph.D. program.
Open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, international students, and undocumented students who qualify for nonresident supplemental tuition exemptions under AB 540.

Interested individuals should contact their prospective home department or program's Graduate Student Advisor or Student Affairs Officer for specific application procedures.
Submit the standard UCLA Graduate Division application for the desired Ph.D. program.
Provide all required materials as specified by the chosen department, which may include transcripts, letters of recommendation, statements of purpose, and other relevant documents.
Application deadlines vary by department; applicants should consult their specific program for exact dates.

Funding Coverage
- Years 1: UCOP provides financial support covering tuition, fees, and a living stipend.
- Years 2–3: The student's home department provides financial support or teaching/research assistantships, including tuition and fees.
- Years 4–5: UCLA's Division of Graduate Education provides financial support covering tuition, fees, and a living stipend.
- Transition Award: A one-time $3,000 living supplement provided by UCOP in the first year.
- Professional Development: A $5,000 award from UCOP for professional development activities, usable at any time during the five-year period.
- Conference Support: UCOP covers expenses for awardees to attend the President’s Postdoctoral Fellowship annual fall meeting twice during their Ph.D. program.
Duration of Funding
- Five years, distributed as outlined above.
Extra Benefits:
- Access to professional development resources and networking opportunities through UCOP and UCLA.

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Fields of Study

Open to all

Coverage

Full Tuition Waiver + Other Expenses

Deadline

Program Deadline Applies

TypeMerit Based

FundingFellowship

Country United States of America

University of California, Los Angeles