Frequently Asked Questions
Is the doctoral fellowship program a residence program?
Yes, the doctoral fellowship is a residence program. Fellows work and study on campus at the Fischler School of Education and Human Services, North Miami Beach , FL.
What happens on the first day when new doctoral fellows arrive?
Fellows will report to Fischler School of Education and Human Services where they will be provided with an orientation schedule. They will attend one orientation of Main Campus and one at the Fischler School of Education and Human Services. Dates will be assigned for the orientation sessions.
Is student housing available on campus?
No. Fellows need to locate suitable off-campus housing. There is an abundance of rentals in the area. Please click on the link for more information about off campus housing http://www.nova.edu/reslife/offcampus/index.html.
How is the fellowship stipend paid?
The $30,000 stipend is paid biweekly over the 12-month period of the fellowship.
Must I be accepted in one of the doctoral programs before I can be awarded a fellowship?
Applicants must be fully accepted and currently enrolled in one of the doctoral programs before they can be awarded the fellowship. Application criteria and procedures for each of the specializations are available through the below links:
Can I e-mail my application materials?
No. Applications must be received through the website at www.nsujobs.com. The next open position will be posted mid-September.
What happens to my application materials once they are submitted?
A search committee made up of a panel of distinguished faculty and administrators will review applications to choose a short list of those to be interviewed. Applicants on the short list will be notified.
The panel will conduct telephone interviews with applicants on the short list. Interview dates and times will be arranged between the panel and the interviewees and each interview will last about 30 minutes. On the basis of the interviews, up to four finalists will be chosen to attend a face-to-face interview with the search committee, faculty, Executive Dean, and the Education Provost.
What happens if I am an out-of-town candidate who was selected to attend the face-to-face interview?
The University will arrange for one-day round-trip travel and one-night lodging.
How many hours in a work day/week?
There are 7.5 hours in a work day, 30 hours per week with one approved academic day.
What other costs does the fellowship cover?
The fellowship covers tuition and textbooks only. Students are responsible to pay for the fees.
Is there financial aid available?
Financial aid is not available to graduate students. However, loans may be available. For more information, please contact a Financial Aid Counselor at (954) 262-3380 or http://www.nova.edu/financialaid/.
Who can I speak to if I have additional questions?
If you have additional questions, please contact Ms. Maureen Manoly at (954) 262-8715 or mm2160@nova.edu.
If I am not chosen as a candidate may I re-apply the following year?
Yes. However, students who received the doctoral fellowship may not re-apply after their exit.
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