Deadline: November 30, 2020
Applications for the Henry Hart Rice Urban Studies Fellowship 2021 are now open. The Henry Hart Rice Urban Studies Fellowship, endowed by the Rice Family Foundation, is awarded to outstanding students who demonstrate a commitment to bringing their scholarship and expertise to bear upon significant urban issues.
The fellowship is named for Henry Hart Rice, who was a leader in the world of residential and commercial real estate for six decades. An industry senior statesman, public servant, author, and lecturer, Mr. Rice conceived and developed projects throughout the US and Canada, but made his biggest impact on New York City real estate and urban planning. He was instrumental in preserving and landmarking Carnegie Hall and in the development of Lincoln Center Plaza. He led the real estate development of Fresh Meadows in Queens and organized the land assembly that led to the creation of Barney’s on Madison Avenue.
Henry Hart Rice also held key government posts early in his career and helped write the original NYC rent-control rules. Mr. Rice served as the chairman of James Felt Realty Services for almost 40 years. He was also a governor of the Real Estate Board of New York and a member of the New York City Public Development Corporation.
Fellowship
- The fellowship provides full tuition support for two new students each year.
Eligibility
- Applicant should show demonstrated commitment to bringing their expertise to bear upon significant urban issues.
- Have passion for learning and problem-solving.
- Thoughtful and articulate communication, both verbal and written.
- Steadfast dedication, emotional maturity, flexibility under adverse conditions.
- Demonstrated success in a first career.
Application
Submit your Fellowship Application Essay along with your online application to NYU Wagner. Fellowship applicants must also submit a one-minute video essay. The deadline for Fall 2021 fellowship applications is November 30, 2020.
For more information, visit Urban Studies Fellowship.
