Graduate Fellowships | Merrimack College

North Andover, Massachusetts, As a Graduate Fellow, you’ll gain hands-on experience and expand your professional network through personalized roles that align with your career aspirations, all while completing your master’s degree and saving 50-100% on tuition! Benefits: Gain practical, real-world experience preparing you for your future career. Build your network by engaging with and working alongside experienced professionals in the field. Earn a 50-100% scholarship toward your graduate tuition* while earning your degree Have the opportunity to make connections with potential employers and form a pathway into your post-graduation career. *Please note that fellowships do not cover additional program fees (e.g. books, software and technology, academic support, wellness, etc.). Health Science Fellowships are available in these program areas: Master of Science in Exercise and Sport Science Master of Science in Health Promotion and Management If you’re selected for a graduate fellowship, you will: Complete a nine-month professional experience at Merrimack College or a partner organization. Choose between a Presidential (100% tuition) or Provost (50% tuition) fellowship. Serve 25 hours a week (Presidential fellowships) or 15 hours (Provost fellowships) at your placement site while taking graduate courses in the evenings throughout the academic year. *Please note that fellowships do not cover additional program fees (e.g. books, software and technology, academic support, wellness, etc.). Application Deadline(s): Priority Fellowship Application Deadline: February 1, 2026 Initial Rankings Form Available: February 5, 2026 Initial Rankings Deadline: February 13, 2026 Fellowship Interviews: March 2-5, 2026 Post-Interview Rankings Deadline: March 6, 2026 Match Decisions: Late March 2026 First Day of Fellowship Training: August 2026 Duration of Fellowship Placement: August 2026 to late May 2027 We strongly encourage you to apply as soon as possible for your best chance at a preferred placement. Applications will be accepted until all fellowship positions have been filled. How to Apply: Go to https://merrimack.me/3LajZg3 to begin your graduate application. Within your app, select “Yes” for “Are you applying to a fellowship?” Submit your application. Be sure to complete the required Fellowship essay. Receive your admission decision. If admitted to the master’s program, you’ll receive further instructions about the fellowship process. A complete application includes Online Application 1 Letter of Recommendation Fellowship Essay Resume Official transcripts *Accredited and licensure programs may require both a personal statement and fellowship essay or additional letters of recommendations. International students should visit: https://www.merrimack.edu/admission/graduate/international-student-faq/ for more information regarding additional requirements. All applicants are required to have a bachelor’s degree  3.0 undergraduate GPA preferred (lower GPAs will be considered and will have additional application requirements for evaluation) Must be authorized to work 25 hours/week in the U.S. Fellowships are in-person roles* located either on Merrimack’s campus in North Andover, MA, or surrounding communities