Thousands of college students across the country apply each year for nationally and internationally competitive scholarships and grants. Different awards target different interests, career goals, and student qualifications. Advising students on how to choose the right award that will help launch them on their career path requires a nuanced understanding of scholarship opportunities. Bridging the Gap: Perspectives on Nationally Competitive Scholarships provides key information from scholarship foundations and seasoned advice from campus advisors critically important for the faculty and staff who support students applying for these awards. This book will be a great resource for anyone advising students.

Suzanne McCray is vice provost for enrollment services and dean of admissions, associate professor for higher education in the College of Education and Health Professions, and director of the Office of Nationally Competitive Awards at the University of Arkansas. She has also served as both president and vice president of the National Association of Fellowships Advisors.

Dana Kuchem is the director of the University of Richmond’s Office of Scholars and Fellowships, where she oversees fellowship initiatives for the university and the Richmond Scholars merit program.