Who can apply?
A: Accepted students who will be attending Trinity College in Fall 2024 are eligible to apply. *For the 2024-2025 school year, upper-class students at Trinity are also eligible to apply.
What are you looking for in terms of talent?
A: We welcome and encourage a wide range of skill sets and talents, innovation is about diversity of thought. More than anything else, we are looking for students with passion to challenge themselves to gain skills to give them an advantage in life.
When is the deadline to apply? When will I know if I’m accepted?
A: Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. All applications are due by June 30 at 5 pm EST. Students will be notified before or by July 15 of their acceptance. The program can fill up prior to June 30 so students are encouraged to apply early if they are serious about being part of the program.
Is this just for particular majors or career paths?
A: This is designed to upskill students no matter their intended career path. It is designed to expose students to a range of innovative and entrepreneurial explorations and directions and give students more documented experience and resume success earlier in their college career — making them more competitive, sooner, for the choice internship, apprenticeship, and other similar experiences. Finding new ways to solve problems and create new solutions are lifelong skills that will bolster students in all avenues of life.
Does this go on my Trinity transcript?
A: Yes! For students that complete the Fellowship and the required elements to achieve their Innovation Certificate and/or their Entrepreneurship Certificate, participation and the certificates will appear on their transcripts for all to see. What’s more, you can add these to your LinkedIn and resume profiles so future employers and recruiters see your soft skills and mindset strengths too!
How much does the program cost?
A: There is no cost for the Fellowship per se. Courses at Trinity carry normal course fees. Students are responsible for summer housing and meals during any resulting internship, as is normally the case. All students who receive financial aid at Trinity may be eligible for institutional support to cover tuition and fees for J-Term and summer opportunities. Students can opt out of the Fellowship at any time.
How much time will it take?
A: The average Fellow spends around 5-6 hours a week during the school year, and full-time during their summer internship programs.
Is it feasible to balance the Tyree Innovation Fellowship Program with athletic commitments?
A: Yes, you can commit to both! The Tyree Innovation Fellowship Program is designed to be flexible and accommodating, allowing participants to pursue other interests and commitments, including athletic commitments. Balancing your time between the fellowship and your other pursuits is definitely feasible. With effective time management and a clear schedule, you’ll be able to fully engage in both activities and gain valuable experiences from each.
What if I don’t like it or it is too much with my other extracurriculars?
A: Students can opt out of or delay specific programs or leave the program at any time. Award of the Innovation or Entrepreneurship Certificates on their transcript requires completion of eligible activities for each certificate.
