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Hartford Doctoral Fellows Program
in Geriatric Social Work
Frequently Asked Questions
How should I format my application? All applications must be converted to PDF format and scanned to a (1) compact disk (CD). To have your application converted to PDF and scanned to a CD, we recommend that you use your institution's business center, your nearest Kinko's, or any printing & graphics company which provides scanning and conversions services. If you encounter any difficulties, please email Julia Meashey, at jmeashey@geron.org. Applications that are submitted but are not in PDF file and burned onto a CD will not be reviewed.
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Where do I send my application once it is complete? Please mail one single sided, original paper application, as well as an entire application in (1) PDF file on a (1) Compact Disk (CD) to The Gerontological Society of America, 1220 L Street, NW, Suite 901, Washington, DC 20005-4018, ATTN: Hartford Doctoral Fellows Program.
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Does my application need to be postmarked by the due date or received by the due date? Your application must be delivered to the GSA offices no later than Feb. 2nd.
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What should I do if the title of my dissertation is too long for the box in the pdf application form? If your dissertation title does not fit in the box within the pdf application form, put as much of the title as possible and then in your hard copy hand write in the rest of the title. Also, be sure that the whole title appears on the cover page of your proposal.
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How should I format my one page career plan statement and summary of teaching experiences? The same formatting for the research proposal (size 12 font, single-spaced) may be used for the career statement and summary of teaching experience.
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Are official versions of transcripts required for the application packet? Yes, an official transcript is required. This official version may be opened by the applicant and used to scan for the PDF electronic submission. In other words, we do not require that the University sends a sealed version. However, the official transcript must be included as part of the one hardcopy application that is sent to GSA.
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How do I include my official transcripts in the electronic version of my application (in pdf format)? A scanned copy of the transcript is acceptable for the electronic version of the application.
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Can I re-apply if my application is not accepted? Yes, applicants may re-apply to the program. Applicants must resubmit a new application that incorporates any changes requested by the reviewers, and includes a supplemental sheet of 2-3 pages that speaks to how he/she has addressed the specific critiques of the reviewers.
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If I re-apply, do I have to resubmit my original transcripts? You will need to submit your latest transcript from your current institution. However, you may resubmit copies of transcripts from previous institutions.
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Will my re-submitted application be reviewed by the same reviewers from the first time? Often the same reviewers are assigned, but not always.
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Do I need Human Subjects approval at the time of my application? You do not need the Human Subjects approval at the time of your application, however Human Subjects approval will be required prior to any funds transfer should you be selected for the Hartford Doctoral Fellows program.
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Are applicants required to have an MSW in order to apply for the Hartford Doctoral Fellows Program? An MSW is not a requirement. However, applicants with MSW degrees are preferred in part because we know that having an MSW enhances a person’s chances of landing a faculty appointment in CSWE accredited programs.
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I’m enrolled in an online doctoral degree program, am I eligible to apply? Yes. Students enrolled in online degree programs are encouraged to consider the Hartford Doctoral Fellows program if he/she plans to seek a full time faculty appointment in a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited program with faculty trained in gerontology and geriatrics. The applicant must demonstrate close research supervision from his/her doctoral committee members and the rigor of the applicant’s dissertation research project is a serious factor in the selection process.
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Can I apply if I’m enrolled in a part-time doctoral program? The Hartford Doctoral Fellows program grants come with a requirement that the Fellow must devote at least 50% of their time to dissertation research. This level of commitment is generally considered full time status in most doctoral degree programs.
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This webpage was last updated on
June 30, 2010
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