FIELDS OF STUDY
Hertz Fellowships are awarded to graduate students pursuing a PhD in the applied physical and biological sciences, mathematics or engineering.
We do not award fellowships based on an applicant’s particular field of study; however, we do require that applicants direct their work toward understanding and solving major, near-term problems facing society. For each applicant, that could mean something different — inventing a new technology, developing a business or applying their interests in innovative ways.
It’s up to the applicant to advocate for their specific field of study and demonstrate how it will be applied to address real-world challenges with the greatest impact. Visit the Hertz Fellows Directory to learn more about their interests.
Former Winners: https://www.hertzfoundation.org/hertz-community/fellows-directory/
OPES is hosting the Senior Director of the Hertz Fellowship, Derek Haseltine, here at Mississippi State on Wednesday, September 16. He will be talking with students about the fellowship and the application process.
The Hertz Fellowship provides up to five years of funding for students pursuing a Ph.D. in STEM fields, so this could be a great opportunity for students who are thinking about graduate school or are in their first year of graduate school.
He will give a brief presentation starting around 9:00 A.M. in the Dunn Conference Room in McCain Hall. After the presentation, there will be an opportunity for questions/walk-in consultations.