Deadline: November 15, 2007, Noon
(Please note that the U.C. Berkeley deadline differs from the campus deadline printed on the official Merage application)
- Download 2007-08 Merage Fellowship Campus Instructions (available now)
- Download the 2007-2008 Merage Fellowship Application
- Official Merage Foundation for the American Dream website
- 2006-2007 UC Berkeley Merage Fellowship Winner
The Merage Foundation for the American Dream was established by Paul and Lily Merage, both immigrants to the United States. Having lived the American Dream, they fervently believe in the ideals that have made the United States a unique land of opportunity for immigrants. In establishing the Foundation, they hope to help preserve and promote these ideals and to inspire new Americans to greater achievement. The Foundation awards $10,000 stipend annually for two years towards the efforts of fostering education, traveling and learning, securing mentors, and supporting internship opportunities. UC Berkeley may nominate up to three students
Eligibility requirements
- Must be a senior (must have finished three full years of undergraduate work and must be in their senior year) and plan to graduate in Spring 2008.
- Must be immigrants to the United States- Candidates must either have become a citizen since coming to the U.S. or hold a Permanent Resident Card (Green Card).
Students who are not yet citizens must indicate their intent to become United States citizens.
Selection criteria
Candidates are evaluated on whether they demonstrate a clear set of objectives and strategies concerning achieving leadership positions in one of the following areas of concern: business, culture and the arts, science or education, or public service. Students must illustrate: a solid academic record; a clear track record of leadership; a commitment to hard work and excellence; creativity and initiative; consistent ethical behavior.
Application requirements
Applicants must submit the following:
- a completed application form
- personal statement,1500 words or less
- three letters of recommendation
- official copies of transcripts from all colleges attended
- documentation of immigrant status
The UC Berkeley selection committee will select the university’s nominees based on the above application materials and criteria.
Candidates from UC Berkeley should make an individual advising appointment with Scholarship Connection staff. For more information, e-mail Scholarship Connection.
