The Edda G. Sehgal Fellowship for Graduate Studies in Seed Science
Intent
This fellowship was established to support students from India, Nepal or Bhutan who are pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences in the study of seed science.
Eligibility Criteria
Distributions shall be in accordance with the following:
- The recipient shall be enrolled in or accepted to a graduate degree program in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Iowa State University in an area related to seed science.
- Preference shall be given to students from India, Nepal and Bhutan.
Scholarship Conditions
All awards shall be for one year and may be renewed at the discretion of the administering authority so long as recipients continue to meet the above criteria.
Application Requirements
- Essay
Applicants should compose an essay explaining their professional goals and motivations to pursue a graduate program at ISU. The essay should include work experience, especially responsibility for testing, designing, researching, or interning in the seed industry. The essay should specify professional and/or academic interests including potential topics that may be investigated in creative component, thesis, or dissertation projects. Applicants should indicate how they plan to be leaders in the seed industry after completing the program.
- Recommendations
Each applicant must provide the name and contact information of two individuals (excluding family members) who are willing to write a letter of recommendation on their behalf. These letters can be submitted online as part of the application.
Application Process
Applications will be accepted online only. Before beginning the application process, please make sure the essay and recommendation letters are ready to be uploaded. A panel of faculty members and staff will review the applications and recommend fellowship recipients to the Director of the Seed Science Center.