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Student Funding

The Russia and Eurasia Program at The Fletcher School offers students financial support for research, unpaid internships, and self-designed study trips. The program provides funding to students conducting research related to Russia and U.S.-Russia relations. 

Students must be enrolled in a graduate degree program at The Fletcher School (including joint and dual degree programs) and plan to use the funds for research related to a capstone project or doctoral dissertation.

Grantees are expected to comply with the Tufts International Travel Policy, prepare at least two blog posts for the program website, submit several photos and/or videos from their experience, document their travel and research expenses, provide a one-page summary for the program leadership and sponsors, and submit their final research product for publication on the program website.

Grants typically range from $1,000 to $3,000, depending on the availability of funds. Applications for funding to support unpaid internships and self-designed study trips related to students’ capstone projects are also considered. Students who have previously received research funding from the program may not apply again.

Application documents should be submitted in English and should be emailed to Arik Burakovsy. Student funding applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. The following application materials are required:

  • A completed application form (please download the form, fill it out, and save it with your last name in the title)
  • A research proposal (up to two pages) specifying research question, theory, hypotheses, data source(s), and methodology
  • A current resume or CV
  • An official or unofficial transcript of graduate studies to date
  • A brief endorsement note from a faculty advisor

Applications for student funding for Summer 2025 are due no later than April 30, 2025. Late and incomplete proposals will not be considered. Selections will be made in early May.

For more information about students’ ongoing research, internships, and travel opportunities through the Russia and Eurasia Program, please see the student blog.