Graduate Student Scholarships Department of English

Every year, the English Department awards between $50,000 and $80,000 in scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students. Some of these scholarships are awarded on competitive basis, and some are awarded on competitive/need-based basis. These scholarships were made possible by the generous donations by friends and alumni of the Department.

The Graduate School offers a number of fellowships to new and continuing students that have been made possible by the gifts of alumni, friends, and foundations. Fellowships also are available through the colleges and departments of study and students should inquire directly with these units about opportunities; for applying students, awards are often made in conjunction with admission.

General Fellowships for New and Continuing Graduate Students

Graduate students can apply to their academic department and the Graduate School for fellowship opportunities at Texas Tech University. The Graduate School provides a number of fellowship opportunities to new and continuing students.

• Deadline to apply is February 2nd.
• Make sure to contact a faculty member in advance of the deadline for a letter of recommendation. For English department scholarships, students must fill out the general university scholarship application AND provide a faculty letter of recommendation. When you request your letter, ask your recommender to send the email to Associate Chair Dr. Elissa Zellinger at elissa.zellinger@ttu.edu.

Graduate students are also encouraged to apply for external fellowships.

English Department 2025 Scholarship and Award Winners