Foundation awards Jefferson and National Fellowships to 29 graduate students

May 27, 2021

The Jefferson Scholars Foundation has announced the names of 29 students selected to receive one of its graduate fellowships; 25 will receive a Jefferson Fellowship and four will receive a National Fellowship.

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Scholarships

Learn more about the selection process and nomination for the Jefferson Scholarship and the Walentas Scholarship from the Jefferson Scholars Foundation at the University of Virginia.

Fellowships

The Foundation supports world-class graduate students through Jefferson Fellowships and National Fellowships.

Faculty Support

Learn more about how the Foundation supports UVA faculty with the Distinguished Professorship Program and faculty awards.