Apply to be a KSI Fellow!
- The KSI Undergraduate Fellows Program selects outstanding USC students who are interested in conducting research about Korea or Korean-American issues, writing a research paper and gaining experience presenting at academic conferences. Selected students participate in monthly research workshops during the fall and spring semesters, take part in a mini-conference just for USC students and present their papers at the annual USC-Michigan Korean Studies Undergraduate Exchange in spring (to be hosted by USC in 2025).
Benefits of the Program
- Get close academic mentoring.
- Produce a 15-20 page research paper on any Korea-related or Korean-American research topic.
- Participate in a USC mini-research conference.
- Participate in the annual USC-Michigan Korean Studies Exchange.
- Learn about fellowship and publishing opportunities.
Alumni Highlights
- Past Fellows have been recipients of the Critical Language, Boren and Schaefer Fellowships while at USC.
- Graduates have received the Marshall, Schwarzman, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and Fulbright Fellowships.
- Many have used their KSI research papers as foundations for either a capstone paper or an honors thesis.
How to Apply
- Applications accepted on a rolling basis until Friday, August 30th.
Submit your application - You must be in good academic standing (3.0 and above GPA), able to attend a monthly workshop (Tues. from 6:00-7:00 PM at USC), and participate in our conferences.
- Residency is required to participate in this program.
- Your application must include:
- Your resume with major, USC e-mail, and
expected date of graduation. - Short (one page maximum) cover letter that explains your interest in Korea and Korean studies, why you want to be a KSI Fellow, and the research paper you are considering.
- Your resume with major, USC e-mail, and