Purpose: The James Madison Fellowship Program
supports future secondary school teachers of American
history, American government, or social studies for
master's-level study of the roots, framing, principles, and
development of the U.S. Constitution.
Programs Funded: Information on this page pertains to
the Junior Fellowships for outstanding college seniors and
college graduates without teaching experience. The
Fellowship awards up to $24,000 for tuition, fees, books,
and living expenses, prorated over the course of graduate
study.
Fellows may attend any accredited U.S. university that
offers the M.A. in American history or political science,
M.A.T. in history or social studies, or a related master's
degree in education that permits a concentration in U.S.
history, government, social studies, or political science.
The program must offer courses, graduate seminars, or
opportunities for independent study in specified topics
directly related to the framing and history of the U.S.
Constitution. Doctoral-level study, law degrees, teaching
certificates, and study for a master's degree in public
affairs or public administration are not eligible.
Eligibility: Candidates must be seniors or recent
graduates who are U.S. citizens or nationals with
demonstrated records of commitment to civic responsibilities
and to professional and collegial activities. They must
intend to become secondary American history or social
studies teachers. Receipt of the Fellowship confers the
obligation to teach American history, government, or social
studies in grades 7-12 for no less than one year for each
full academic year of study funded by the Fellowship.
Selection Criteria: Applicants must demonstrate
commitment to a career in secondary teaching emphasizing
constitutional studies, devotion to civic responsibility,
and potential for outstanding classroom teaching.
Application Process: Interested students should download an application well in advance of the March
1 deadline for receipt of applications and all supporting
documents. The application requires an essay on the
importance of the Constitution and evaluations attesting to
the applicant's academic achievements and potential as a
teacher.
Advisor:
Ray Buriel
Lincoln 2103- x72249
http://www.jamesmadison.com
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