Graduate Student Professional Development Fund (GSPDF) Application

Please fill in all necessary information as requested. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

IMPORTANT: Funding eligibility requires matriculation into a graduate degree program at USM. Students enrolled in an accelerated program, "Online Maine" program, or graduate certificate programs, are not eligible for consideration.

First Name

Last Name

Student ID Number

7-Digit USM ID Number

Cell Phone Number

Street Address

City/Town

State

Zip/Postal Code

Academic Program

Anticipated Graduate Date:

Year

Month

Credits Completed in Program (Enter 0 if new student)

Description of Professional Development Activity:
This must include monetary values (estimates are OK). Please include links to pertinent websites/information.

Date(s) of Professional Development Activity:
(If applicable)

Benefit of Participation:
Include a short essay on how participating in this professional development activity will enhance your learning, network and/or career path.

Total Amount Requested: ($)

Have you already purchased or made any deposits for the requested Professional Development Activity?
*Please note: Per University policy, we cannot award retroactive reimbursements.

YesNo

Is this expense a requirement of your program?

YesNo

Does This Include Travel?

YesNo

Destination

Travel Dates

Faculty Contact

For assistance with this application, please contact:
USM Office of Graduate Studies

117 Wishcamper Center, Portland Campus

usmgradstudies@maine.edu

207.780.4872