Application Procedure

1. Earn appropriate points needed for STF application.
2. Complete the correct STF application (Type I, II, or III). Please fill out ALL blanks to the best of your knowledge. Your faculty advisor MUST sign the faculty affidavit.
3. Type I ONLY:
   1. Provide an abstract of the research to be presented at the meeting.
   2. Provide proof of abstract acceptance from the meeting. This can be an e-mail from a conference representative, a copy of the conference program where your name and abstract title appear, or any other documentation that confirms your presentation at said conference. NOTE: applications are often submitted before this documentation is available. Awards can be given PENDING receipt of all supporting documents prior to travel.
4. Type II and III ONLY:
   1. Submit a statement of purpose describing what you will be doing during your internship or Type III travel and why it is necessary for the completion of your degree.
5. Compile all documents together and turn in to your STF Division Representative at least 1-2 months prior to travel.