Musser Fellowship in Entrepreneurship at Penn State USA 2026
By: Pennsylvania State UniversityLast update:
Applicant criteria
NationalityNo specific nationality required
Age
- No specific age required
Gender
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Job locationUnited States
DegreeBachelors, Master, Phd
Deadline2026-06-01
Opportunity description
Pennsylvania State University proudly offers the prestigious Warren V. Musser Fellowship in Entrepreneurial Studies, designed to empower graduate students poised to make a mark in the world of entrepreneurship and business innovation. The fellowship supports students with a one-time award of $25,000, allowing them to focus on their academic pursuits while gaining invaluable practical experience within Penn State’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Program Details
- Open to full-time graduate students enrolled in Penn State Great Valley's resident instruction programs.
- Students must enroll in 12 credit hours each semester (fall and spring).
- A minimum GPA of 3.5 is required throughout the duration of the program.
- Applicants should demonstrate a strong interest in entrepreneurship, business innovation, or start-up leadership.
- Participants must engage in research, co-curricular projects, and competitions.
Available Fields / Departments
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Administration and Management
- Innovation and Start-up Leadership
- Emerging Business Technologies
Benefits
- $25,000 one-time award applied during the fall and spring semesters to cover tuition and other fees.
- Refund of any unused portion of the award.
- Opportunities to work alongside esteemed faculty and engage in research projects.
- Participation in co-curricular initiatives and competitions.
- Access to the Great Valley LaunchBox as part of the Invent Penn State initiative.
- Professional development in entrepreneurship and start-up leadership.
Eligibility criteria
- Must be a full-time graduate student enrolled in a resident instruction program at Penn State Great Valley.
- Must enroll in 12 credit hours each semester (fall and spring).
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5.
- Demonstrate a passion for entrepreneurship, business innovation, or start-up leadership.
- Must participate in research, co-curricular projects, and competitions as part of the fellowship experience.