UT Dallas Prestigious Fellowships

The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to advancing research excellence and fostering innovation across disciplines. The UT Dallas Presidential Graduate Fellowship Program represents a bold investment in the next generation of scholars and thought leaders. This initiative is designed to attract exceptional PhD candidates who exhibit outstanding academic preparation, research potential and a passion for discovery.

Through this program, UT Dallas aims to:

• Cultivate a diverse community of researchers tackling global challenges.
• Accelerate breakthroughs in research.
• Foster collaboration between students and world-class faculty on transformative projects.

By joining this fellowship, students become part of a dynamic ecosystem where ideas flourish, interdisciplinary partnerships thrive and innovation drives societal progress.

The first cohort of these talented students will begin their doctoral work in Fall 2026. Details on eligibility and the selection process can be found here.

Established in the spring of 2014, the Eugene McDermott Graduate Fellows Program aims to provide powerful support environments in which Fellows can progress through their doctoral studies with maximum efficiency while also developing their talents for leadership in research undertakings. Upon graduation, Fellows will have the outstanding research records appropriate to prestigious post-graduate appointments, and have the experience to make rapid progress towards leadership positions in universities and research organizations.

Applicants to the University’s research-intensive doctoral programs are automatically considered for the Fellowship – there is no separate application. After admission decisions are made, academic units nominate highly-qualified students to the Fellowship committee for consideration.

For more information on the program and how to apply, please visit the McDermott Graduate Fellows page.