Applications submitted by January 16, 2017 will receive priority consideration for available SPUR fellowship opportunities. Applications received after this date will be considered on a rolling basis if opportunities are available.


ALL INFORMATION REQUESTED IS REQUIRED.


General Information

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Your Research Interests

Please indicate up to five of the following science content areas that you are interested in.


Please indicate up to three areas that you hope to gain / improve in your summer experience.


Please tell us about yourself.

In order for us to measure our success in reaching a broad diverse population of students, please provide the following information.


Academic Information

Some sites require a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Please read each research sites description and requirements.
(mm/yyyy) Applicants must NOT graduate earlier than Spring 2017.

Two Academic References

The letters must be sent/emailed directly to SEEDS (seeds@esa.org) by your reference.
Please use the following Subject Title:

[YOUR NAME] SEEDS SPUR Fellowship Reference Letter.

The letters must be received by the application deadline and must answer the following questions:

  1. How do you know the student - academically /professionally?
  2. What is your perception of the student's involvement in ecology clubs / activities / coursework / internships
  3. Do you believe the student has a sincere interest in ecology or a related field and has plans to pursue future endeavors in ecology?
  4. Do you feel this student has potential to be a leader in ecology? In what way/s?
  5. Is there anything else you would like to add about this student?

Contact Information of your references



Statement of Interest

In less than 300 words, (copy and paste text into the text below):
(1) describe why you want to participate in this fellowship, your research interests, science background, and how this experience would further your educational and career goals;
(2) summarize your ecology experience thus far (SEEDS or other academic club activities, coursework, research or work experience, etc.);
(3) state your expectations for a successful summer experience
(4) share what motivates you to successfully complete the SEEDS fellowship through August 2016
(5) and explain how your participation would meet the SEEDS mission

Resume or CV

Please upload your resume in the box below. Include these sections where applicable: relevant coursework, research experiences, employment, awards, honors, and scholastic achievement, community service or outreach. PDF format preferred.

Maximum file size: 51.2MB


How did you first find out about the SEEDS SPUR Fellowship?


Applicant's Certification

I have read and checked this form for omissions and errors. To the best of my knowledge, the information is complete and correct. I understand that the inclusion by me of false information or the failure to report all information requested in this application could disqualify me for further opportunities with the Ecological Society of America's SEEDS Program and may result in the immediate termination of my fellowship.

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