Chris Austin
C. Kenneth & Velma Z. Eilerts
DGF Scholar

Summary

The Distinguished Graduate Fellowship (DGF) provides scholarly recognition and financial support to some of the nation’s top graduate school applicants. Students are able to look to OSU as an institution which not only provides excellent instruction, but also offers competitive financial assistance. These top students add to OSU’s ability to be counted among the nation’s foremost research institutions by significantly contributing to important research projects.

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Endowment Minimums and Durations

An endowed gift of $55,000 or more provides the funding for a DGF, awarding a $2,200 annual stipend for one to three years, depending upon the recipient’s graduate program.

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Who Qualifies?

DGF awards are given to graduate students with outstanding undergraduate credentials and at the recommendation of their department.

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DGF Donor Recognition


The OSU Foundation is honored to host DGF donors and their fellowship recipient(s) for a luncheon or dinner on the Oklahoma State University campus. This is an excellent opportunity to return to OSU’s campus and connect with the students who are so grateful for their Oklahoma State education and experience.

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Contact Us

After contributing funds for a DGF, please contact Michal Shaw, Assistant Director of Donor Relations at (800) 622-4678 or e-mail mshaw@osugiving.com for more information about arranging a time to meet the fellowship recipient(s).

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