MEP 411

Scholarships, careers, and opportunities for MEP students. Links to more scholarship listings for continuing students, department scholarships, and external scholarships here: https://grainger.illinois.edu/admissions/costs/undergraduate.

Engage in this online and highly interactive program will set you on the path to graduate school. Seniors will focus on preparing graduate school and fellowship applications. Discuss how your graduate school research can change the world!

Please see attachment for application details!

Application due May 4, 2026

Thinking about graduate school, but not sure if it’s the right move?

 This session, delivered by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Engineering, provides a practical overview of the graduate school landscape: including why people pursue advanced degrees, how to evaluate whether it aligns with your goals, and what the application process really looks like.

 Designed for undergraduates, working professionals, and master’s students, this workshop will help you weigh the pros and cons, clarify your motivations, and begin mapping out your next steps with confidence.

Register Now!

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Presented By: N College of Engineering

STIPEND RANGE: $2,700 - $3,150 monthly

DEADLINE: December 12, 2025 at 5:00pm ET

FELLOWS RECEIVE:

• Competitive stipend

• Health insurance allowance (includes medical, dental, and vision)

• Up to $4,000 inbound/outbound reimbursement

• $10,000 research materials and travel allowance

• Hybrid and remote participation schedules available

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Apply Today! https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-EERE-RPP-2025-Summer-MEF-Grad?utm_source=opportu…

Graduate School Application Info Session and Meet & Greet

 When: Thursday, November 13, 2025 - 5:00ET/4:00CT/2:00PT

For Who: Undergraduate Seniors and/or Master's students

Sponsored by: Cornell Tech (Cornell University), Iowa State, University of Maryland, University of Michigan, Ohio State, Purdue University, University of Florida, Rice University, University of Southern California, and Virginia Tech.

Where: Zoom - Register here or https://riceuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/register/6Hy2ZTkdRA2Ze7aTx7oPDA#/registration 

 There will be a 30–45-minute breakout session following the 1hr presentation, where you will get to connect with top engineering institutions in the U.S.

 Sincerely,

EngGAP Graduate School Collaborative

 Note: Some content will focus on U.S. applications, but international students are encouraged to attend. While there will be opportunities to learn about fee waivers, this event does not offer an application fee waiver for these institutions.

The School of Labor and Employment Relations has one more scheduled informational meetings for students interested in pursuing HR/IR for graduate school. This meeting will take place on Thursday, November 8^th from 5pm – 6:30pm in the LER Building, Room 47.

For additional information please see the attached flyer or contact Beck Barker at ebarker@illinois.edu.