Identify
Your Goals Seek Guidance
From Mentors Define Your
Project Look for a Funding
Opportunity Develop a Winning
Application

Before setting your sights on a fellowship or funding opportunity, the first step is to identify your academic and career goals. Defining your goals, both in the short- and long-term, will help guide you in selecting the funding opportunity and type of project you wish to pursue. Some questions to consider:

  • Are there specific skills and competencies I would like to develop?
  • Am I interested in conducting a project focused on research, education, service learning, etc?
  • Do I want to stay on in Albany, NY, visit another region/state, or study internationally?
  • Am I interested in experiential learning opportunities within the university, government, business, or a non-profit?