The Gupta Values Scholarship

Eligibility

Any graduate student enrolled in a Rackham master’s or doctoral program is eligible. Eligible students must be in good academic standing and enrolled in a minimum of one credit hour in the Fall and Winter term of the academic year in which they are applying. This award may be renewed for an additional academic year if the student is enrolled in a minimum of one credit hour in the Fall and Winter term of the renewal academic year.

Selection Criteria

Award recipients will have demonstrated integrity in the face of challenges, a commitment to human dignity, and a dedication to excellence in all they do both inside and outside the academy.

Deadline

September 4, 2026

Award Description

Awardees receive $7,500 in tuition support, awarded near the end of Winter semester 2027. Awardees will be expected to travel to Washington, D.C., to meet with representatives of the Gupta Family Foundation and with Gupta Values Scholars from other universities. This travel will take place from April 9 to 11, 2027.

Application Process

A complete application will include:

• An essay of up to 1,500 words that addresses the following:
  • The Gupta Values Scholarship is awarded based on each applicant’s demonstrated commitment to the values of integrity, human dignity, and excellence.
  • Describe a situation in your life where one (or more) of these values was challenged.
  • Identify the value, describe how the value was challenged, and explain how you handled it.
  • Be specific with your responses.
• Letter of recommendation noting how the applicant demonstrates integrity, commitment to human dignity, and dedication to excellence. The recommendation letter should come from an academic or professional familiar with the applicant’s work, such as a professor, faculty advisor, or professional supervisor.
• Student’s curriculum vitae (c.v.).

Expectations and Responsibilities

• Award recipients will attend a dinner at Rackham on October 22, 2026, to meet with representatives of the Gupta Family Foundation and Rackham Dean Mike Solomon.
• Awardees are also expected to travel to Washington, D.C., from Friday, April 9, to Sunday, April 11, 2027 to participate in the Gupta Values Scholars weekend, including trips to historical sites, discussions, and presentations. Air transportation within the continental United States, admission fees, and other costs are covered.