GAANN Fellowships at Brandeis University
Brandeis University's Department of Mathematics has recently won a GAANN grant from the U.S. Department of Education for the academic years 2006-09. GAANN stands for Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need. This program provides six fellowships to assist graduate students with excellent records who demonstrate financial need and plan to pursue a Ph.D. degree in Mathematics. Eligibility for a GAANN fellowship requires a student to be a citizen or a permanent resident, or have the intention of becoming a permanent resident. Students from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds are specifically encouraged to apply.
The GAANN fellowship includes a stipend of up to $30,000 (depending on the student's financial need) as well as a full tuition scholarship and a credit of 100% of the cost of the Individual Student Health Insurance plan. Determination of eligibility and financial need will be made by the Brandeis Graduate School. Assuming satisfactory academic performance and progress to the degree, students will be supported in subsequent years by a regular Brandeis Graduate Fellowship, as described on the Graduate Program Information Page.
To apply for a GAANN fellowship, a student should:
- Apply for admission to the PhD program in Mathematics, as described on the Graduate Program Information Page.
- Send a letter or email to the Mathematics Department Graduate Advising Head, Ira Gessel, stating that you wish to be considered for the GAANN fellowship for academic year 2008-09. This email should contain a statement affirming that you intend to pursue a PhD in mathematics, that you plan a career in teaching and research, and that you are a US citizen or permanent resident.
Later in the application process, we will ask you to fill out a FAFSA form on the Department of Education's web site.
The fellows will be selected from among the eligible applicants on the basis of potential for achievement in teaching and research. Entering students will be evaluated on the basis of their academic records, specifically GRE scores and grades in mathematics courses, and letters of recommendation. Fellows will be selected by a screening committee consisting of the Graduate Advisor, the Project Director, and the Department Chair.