Application calls Musser Fellowship in Entrepreneurial Studies 2020.

The Warren V. Musser Fellowship in Entrepreneurial Studies was created to help support full-time and half-time graduate students who enroll in a Penn State Great Valley campus-based program. The fellowship is designed for entrepreneurs who wish to increase their business knowledge and skills, and individuals who are passionate about starting their own business, leading a start-up company or taking a leadership position in a rapidly-growing new or emerging firm.

Funding

A Musser Fellowship of $25,000 is available for full-time students beginning a Great Valley master’s degree. The award will be applied to tuition and fees for the fall and spring semesters; any unused portion will be provided to the recipient as a refund. Students who receive the award can re-apply in future academic years.

Eligibilities 

• Enroll in 12 credits each semester (fall and spring) for the duration of the award.
• Maintain at least a 3.5 GPA.
• Work alongside faculty and pursue their research interests.
• Participate in co-curricular learning projects, presentations, and various competitions sponsored by the REV-UP Center for Entrepreneurship, part of the Invent Penn State initiative.

Application 

In order to apply, candidates must complete the application and upload the following:

• Resume
• An essay describing educational plans, career objectives, and entrepreneurial experience
• Contact information for two references