Welcome to the Student Affairs Fellowship ProgramAre you thinking about a career in higher education?
The Division of Student Affairs is excited to offer a fellowship opportunity for students from underrepresented groups who are interested in a future career in Student Affairs. This paid fellowship will allow you to learn more about the exciting field of work at colleges and universities, provide you with an introduction to the graduate program in Higher Education Administration, and connect you with current leaders within the Division, all while earning credits toward your undergraduate degree. Fellowship participants will be compensated with an hourly rate for 12 hours per week. Interested undergraduate students will apply in the spring of their junior year. The fellowship begins in the fall of their senior year and continues through graduation. Read below for more information. |
How to apply?
Apply to Be a Division of Student Affairs Fellow
About The Program
The Division of Student Affairs Fellowship is a pathways program designed to provide guided internships, mentorship, and networking opportunities for undergraduates interested in pursuing careers in Higher Education and Student Affairs. We encourage eligible students from historically underrepresented and marginalized groups to apply.
This fellowship will allow you to learn more about the field, provide an introduction to the graduate program in Higher Education Administration, and connect you with current leaders in Student Affairs, all while earning credits toward your undergraduate degree. This program is open to undergraduate students to apply in their junior year. Applications are due by 11:59pm on March 11, 2027. Selected candidates will be offered an interview, with decisions made in April. The program is intended to begin for the selected fellows in the fall of their senior year.
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Highlights
This program offers many opportunities as you consider a career in Higher Education and Student Affairs, including:
- Earning 6 credits in your senior year (EXP+ SBC)
- Receiving financial compensation for internship hours
- Developing awareness of professional opportunities in the field of Higher Education and Student Affairs
- Gaining skills that will aid in success in graduate school and beyond
- Enrolling in the Higher Education Administration (HEA) master's program at Stony Brook University
- Building experience to be a competitive candidate for entry-level positions in Student Affairs
Information Sessions
We invite you to attend one of the Virtual Information Sessions listed below. Registration on the Zoom platform is required.
Thursday, February 18, 2027, 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Monday, February 22, 2027, 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Wednesday, February 24, 2027, 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Monday, March 2, 2027, 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Thursday, March 4, 2027, 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Tuesday, March 9, 2027, 3:30pm to 4:30pm
