Vol. 17, No. 3	Sept. 18, 1997

Department of Energy supports grad study

Graduate fellowship programs sponsored by DOE and administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) provide partial to full payment of tuition and fees, monthly stipends and the opportunity to gain practical experience at a DOE laboratory.

The number of awards and the amount of each award vary depending on the specific program. Certain programs have service obligations, such as one year of employment with DOE or its contractors for each year of participation as a fellow.

All programs require the submission of a fellowship application and completion of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Students must have received their undergraduate degrees in a science or engineering discipline by August 1998. Selection is based on several criteria, including academic performance, letters of reference, honors/awards, and a statement of career goals by the applicant.

Fellowship applications are being taken through Jan. 26, and awards will be announced in April. For applications or additional information, contact either Milton Constantin (423) 576-7009 or Mary Kinney (423) 576-9655, ORISE Fellowship Programs, ORISE, Education and Training Division, P.O. Box 117, Oak Ridge, TN 37831-0117, e-mail gradfell@orau.gov, or check http://www.orau.gov/orise/ educ.htm.

ORISE was established by the U.S. Department of Energy to undertake national and international programs in education, training, health, and the environment. ORISE and its programs are operated by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through a management and operating contract with DOE. Established in 1946, ORAU is a consortium of 89 colleges and universities.