Are you interested in applying for a FEREP award? Read this section for information on how the process works and what you need to do.
 
Step 1: Read through this website and familiarize yourself with the FEREP program and Jewish Federation system. Determine that this is of interest for you.
 
Step 2: Make sure you meet our eligibility requirements.
 
Step 3: Complete and return an application via e-mail. 
 
A completed application includes the following:

• Application Form
• Essay Statements
• Three (3) letters of reference (download a Reference-Request Form)
• Transcripts
• Resumé (optional)
• Current photo (optional)
   
  The FEREP application is separate from and in addition to your application(s) to graduate school.  We understand that you may not know if you are accepted to your graduate program before you submit a FEREP application as deadlines may overlap. You may go ahead and submit a FEREP application without knowing whether you have been accepted. Do keep in mind, however, that no scholarship will be awarded before you can confirm your acceptance to your chosen program.
   
  Essay Statements.  Your ability to communicate well and the content of your essays are carefully considered in the selection process. Your essay statements will provide the FEREP Selection Committee with an example of your writing skills, your ability to conceptualize, your understanding of the Jewish Federation field, and your specific career goals. The essays should each be no more than 750 words in length. 
   
  References. The Reference-Request Form should be given to three individuals who can comment on your character, your academic work and other professional or volunteer experiences. It is your responsibility to give the form to those whom you have listed as references in your application and to make sure forms are submitted on time. 
   
  Grade Transcripts. You must arrange for transcripts from your undergraduate and (if applicable) your graduate institution to be sent directly to the FEREP Scholarship Program, c/o The Jewish Federations of North America, 25 Broadway, 17th floor, New York, N.Y. 10004-1010. 
   
  Next Steps.  The FEREP Committee will review all applications and identify Finalists who will be invited to The Jewish Federations of North America offices in New York City in April to participate in the final interview process.  Applicants will know if they have been invited to the finalist stage within approximately five weeks of submitting a completed application. Finalists will be notified within ten days of the interview process as to whether they have been awarded a scholarship.