McDonnell Academy Admissions Info Session - Nov 19, 2024

On November 19, 2024, the McDonnell International Scholars Academy admissions team hosted an information session for prospective application to the graduate fellowship program. The session provided detailed information about the fellowship's benefits, application process, and eligibility criteria. Attendees also had the opportunity to ask questions and meet current scholars.

Chapters

00:00 - Overview of the Program
20:07 - The McDonnell Scholar Experience
31:26 - What are the expectations of McDonnell Scholars for participating in Academy events?
33:55 - What is the time commitment the program requires?
35:27 - Are there specific mentorship and research opportunities tied to the program?
36:27 - How much does Scholar housing cost per academic year?
37:46 - Does the McDonnell Academy have access to essays for the program application?
38:32 - Is it ok to repeat information in the essay and video?
39:20 - Should the recommender be in academia?
39:45 - Is there an alternative to using YouTube to submit my video?
40:21 - How does the McDonnell Academy fellowship differ from the school’s PhD funding?
41:51 - re PhD and master’s degrees eligible for full funding including tuition and stipend?
43:15 - Can funding from other sources be combined with WashU/McDonnell Academy funding?
44:07 - Would current Scholars approach the application process differently today?
46:56 - What factors does the McDonnell Academy consider when selecting non-partner Scholars?
48:28 - Are there interview screening for successful applications?
49:26 - When will I know if I am selected?