The Quad Fellowship is a prestigious program selecting distinguished candidates from the Quad countries (Australia, India, Japan, and the United States) and the 10 ASEAN countries. The fellowship seeks individuals with academic excellence, a passion for leveraging STEM for societal impact, curiosity, compassion, integrity, initiative, and creativity. Key Details: - Application Period: February 1, 2024, to April 1, 2024, 5pm ET. - Eligibility: Citizens or permanent residents of Quad or ASEAN countries, at least 18 years old, with a bachelor's degree or its equivalent in a STEM field by August 2024. - Prospective Graduate Students: Must have applied to an eligible STEM graduate program at a US-based university for the 2024-2025 academic year. - Current Graduate Students: Must be enrolled full-time in an eligible STEM graduate program at a US university for the full 2024-2025 academic year. - Timeline: Fellows announced in July 2024, matriculate in August 2024. Required Application Materials: - Official Transcript: Undergraduate and, if applicable, graduate transcripts. Statement of Purpose: Describing academic and professional interests and how they aim to impact society positively. - 2 Short Essays: Covering Curiosity, Compassion, and Integrity, and Initiative, Innovation, and Creativity. Resume: No more than 2 pages, detailing relevant experiences. - Three Letters of Recommendation: At least two from professors, one from either a professional or academic contact. - TOEFL Scores: Required for non-native English speakers or those who haven't studied at an English post-secondary institution for at least two years. Prospective candidates should carefully review the eligibility criteria and submit their applications by the specified deadline for consideration.