The application process is integrated directly with your program application to Columbia University. There is no separate scholarship portal.
Apply for Admission: Complete and submit your application for an eligible master's program through the official Columbia University application portal.
Indicate Interest: Within the application portal, indicate your interest in being considered for the Shardashish Interschool Fellowship.
Submit Fellowship Materials: Upload all required fellowship-specific documents, including your statement of interest and financial need form, to your application portal.
Await Review: Your application for admission and for the fellowship will be reviewed by the respective school's committee.
Receive Notification: Fellowship decisions are communicated along with or after the admission decision.
Application Timeline for Shardashish Interschool Fellowship
Deadlines are strict and vary by the school you are applying to within Columbia University. It is crucial to know the correct date for your specific program.
Stage
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Timeline
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Applications Open
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When the Columbia University graduate application portal opens (Typically September).
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Application Deadline for SIPA
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January 17, 2025
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Application Deadline for GSAS & SEAS
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February 17, 2025
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Selection Process
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After the application deadline.
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Course Start
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Fall 2025 (Typically September)
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Shardashish Interschool Fellowship Interview
The official sources do not mention a mandatory interview process for this fellowship. The selection is based primarily on the strength of your written application, supporting documents, and demonstrated financial need.
Your 1000-word statement of interest is your primary tool to make an impression. Focus on crafting a compelling and genuine narrative about your commitment to India.
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