Wesleyan Summer Grants Program
The Wesleyan Summer Grants Program provides funding to alleviate costs associated with pursuing career-related summer experiences. Experiences eligible for funding include: internships, volunteer work, academic programs, independent projects/research, and entrepreneurial ventures. Applications open annually at the start of the spring semester and funds are awarded up to $5,000. Funding can be used to cover expenses directly related to the experience, including: housing, food, travel, clothing/equipment, and program costs.
All applicants must have a confirmed experience for the summer in order to apply. The program is open to undergraduate students who are currently First Years, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors (December graduates only). All students must be actively enrolled to apply.
2025 Wesleyan Summer Grants Information
1st Application Window: February 3rd – March 27th, 11:59pm
This window is only open to students receiving need-based financial aid
2nd Application Window: April 1st – April 24th, 11:59pm
This window is open to all students
The Wesleyan Summer Grants program is divided into the following three applications:
- Wesleyan Summer Grants Main Application
Students who apply to the main application will be considered for all available funding EXCEPT for the following two grants: The Wesleyan Black Alumni Council Memorial Fund and The Wesleyan Israel and Jewish Student Life Endowed Program Fund. Students who qualify must apply separately to these funds. Students will indicate on these applications if they would like to use the proposal for the main application as well or if they plan to submit to the main application with a different opportunity. - The Wesleyan Israel and Jewish Student Life Endowed Program Fund Application
The Wesleyan Israel and Jewish Student Life Endowed Program Fund was established by anonymous donors to assist students in financing summer experiences related to Jewish and Israel studies (Israeli history and culture) and/or contemporary Jewish life. Upon return, the awarded student(s) will be asked to share their experiences with the rest of the Wesleyan community in a meaningful way.
Additional Essay: Please describe, in detail, how your proposal and/or experience will inform and enhance your understanding of Jewish and Israeli history and culture, and/or contemporary Jewish life. (750 words maximum) - The Wesleyan Black Alumni Council Memorial Fund Application
The Wesleyan Black Alumni Council (WBAC) honors the memory and spirit of alumni Bruce D. Hall ’77, James “Donnie” Rochester ’74, and Dwight L. Greene ’70 through a summer experience grant to support projects or research pertaining to the African American experience.
Additional Essay: Please share how your proposal aligns with this intention. (750 words maximum)
How to Access the Summer Grants Application
The application is hosted on the platform, Submittable. Please follow the directions below to begin.
- Click apply and you will be prompted to create a free Submittable account or sign in with Google.
- You can save a draft of your work if you would like to finish filling out the form at a later date.
- If anything changes with the information you submitted, please request to edit the submission. Edits can only be made prior to the deadline.
We will follow-up with you about your submission by email. Please be sure to safelist notification emails from Submittable and check the email you used to sign up for your Submittable Account regularly. Check out the Submitter Resource Center or reach out to Submittable's Customer Support team with any technical questions here.
Questions? Contact wsg@wesleyan.edu
First Application Window: February 3rd - March 27th, 11:59pm
This application window is open only to students receiving need-based financial aid. If you are not receiving need-based aid, you will apply during the second window: April 1st- 24th.
Make sure to review our website for program details, including eligibility, application information, and timelines. Failure to meet application or program requirements will result in your application being withdrawn. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Grant Information
Students who apply to the main application will be considered for all available funding EXCEPT for the following two grants: The Wesleyan Black Alumni Council Memorial Fund and The Wesleyan Israel and Jewish Student Life Endowed Program Fund. Students who qualify must apply separately to these funds.
Ready to Apply?
Complete the application and read through carefully as questions will populate throughout based on your experience type. All applications will be reviewed after the deadline. You may save your progress by clicking "Save Draft" at the end of the application. Once you are ready to submit your application, please click "Submit Form".
Need help or have additional questions? Email wsg@wesleyan.edu
First Application Window: February 3rd - March 27th, 11:59pm
This application window is open only to students receiving need-based financial aid. If you are not receiving need-based aid, you will apply during the second window: April 1st- 24th.
Make sure to review our website for program details, including eligibility, application information, and timelines. Failure to meet application or program requirements will result in your application being withdrawn. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Grant Information
In April 1986, the Wesleyan Black Alumni Council (WBAC) established a memorial fund to honor the memory and spirit of alumni Bruce D. Hall ’77, James “Donnie” Rochester ’74, and Dwight L. Greene ’70 through a summer experience grant to support students interested in projects or research pertaining to the African American experience. Students graduating in May 2025 are not eligible for this fund. Applicants for this grant will also be considered for the main application and do not need to reapply.
This grant is funded through the Wesleyan Summer Grants program. You cannot receive this award in conjunction with another Wesleyan Summer Grant. If you have previously received a Wesleyan Summer Grant, you are not eligible to apply.
Ready to Apply?
Complete the application and read through carefully as questions will populate throughout based on your experience type. All applications will be reviewed after the deadline. You may save your progress by clicking "Save Draft" at the end of the application. Once you are ready to submit your application, please click "Submit Form".
Need help or have additional questions? Email wsg@wesleyan.edu
First Application Window: February 3rd - March 27th, 11:59pm
This application window is open only to students receiving need-based financial aid. If you are not receiving need-based aid, you will apply during the second window: April 1st- 24th.
Make sure to review our website for program details, including eligibility, application information, and timelines. Failure to meet application or program requirements will result in your application being withdrawn. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Grant Information
The Wesleyan Israel and Jewish Student Life Endowed Program Fund was established by anonymous donors to assist students in financing summer experiences related to Jewish and Israel studies (Israeli history and culture) and/or contemporary Jewish life.
Funds can be used for unpaid internships, educational experiences, transportation, tuition, rent, program fees, etc. Students are discouraged from taking language courses that are currently being offered on campus. Upon return, the awarded student(s) will be asked to share their experiences with the rest of the Wesleyan community in a meaningful way. Students graduating in May 2025 are not eligible for this fund. Applicants for this grant will also be considered for the main application and do not need to reapply.
This grant is funded through the Wesleyan Summer Grants program. You cannot receive this award in conjunction with another Wesleyan Summer Grant. If you have previously received a Wesleyan Summer Grant, you are not eligible to apply.
Ready to Apply?
Complete the application and read through carefully as questions will populate throughout based on your experience type. All applications will be reviewed after the deadline. You may save your progress by clicking "Save Draft" at the end of the application. Once you are ready to submit your application, please click "Submit Form".
Need help or have additional questions? Email wsg@wesleyan.edu