How to Become a Holmes Scholar
How to Become a Holmes Scholar
How to Become a Holmes Scholar
Who Can Apply
Historically underrepresented doctoral students in the Ph.D. in Education program at Rowan University College of Education
Expectations of Holmes Scholars
- Three-year commitment to the program
- Attend all Holmes Scholar meetings (days/times to be determined)
- Submit proposals for conferences
- Attend American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) National Conference
- Engage in research of the Scholar’s choosing and engage in activities to support that research
- Attend an AACTE Policy Institute event
Benefits for Holmes Scholars
- Support to attend the AACTE National Conference
- Support to attend one additional conference of the Scholar’s choosing
- Networking and professional development opportunities through AACTE
- Opportunities to present research during the Holmes Scholar portion of the AACTE National Conference
- Opportunities to build networking and mentoring connections through AACTE’s network of current Holmes Scholars and Holmes Scholar alums
Application & Checklist
Please review this checklist carefully as it outlines items and deadlines regarding submitting your application for consideration to become a Holmes Scholar. Application Deadline: April 30.
Holmes Scholars Program Application Checklist:
- Complete the Holmes Scholars Program application.
- Write a personal statement (800-1000 words) detailing why you want to become a Holmes Scholar and what you hope to get out of the program. You should also include your professional goals and research interests and explain how you hope to contribute to the program.
- Upload a current curriculum vitae.
- Include two letters of support/recommendation from faculty or professional staff you have worked with.
Questions?
Please contact Dr. Raquel Wright-Mair, the faculty advisor and program director for the Rowan University Holmes Scholars.
