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The 2011-2012 Yates Dissertation Fellowships at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, support doctoral students in their dissertation process. This guide will provide clear, step-by-step instructions on how to complete the application form online, ensuring you submit a thorough and effective application.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your application online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the application form and open it in your preferred document editor.
2. Fill out the Application Cover section with your name, graduate student ID number, contact details, major, dissertation title, and anticipated completion date.
3. Prepare and attach a complete resume that details your educational background, work experience, honors, awards, and achievements. Be sure to number all pages and include your name on each.
4. Request a letter of endorsement from your Major Professor. This letter should express your potential for success in the graduate program. It may be submitted separately via fax or email, ensuring the subject line includes your name and 'Yates Fellowship.'
5. Compose an essay outlining your professional goals and dissertation research, keeping the length to no more than 750 words, and attach this to your application.
6. Review and ensure all required materials are included: completed Application Cover, resume, transcript, letter of endorsement, and professional goals essay.
7. Submit your completed application and all attachments to the Graduate School Fellowship Coordinator by mail to 111 Student Services Building, Knoxville, TN 37996-0211, ensuring submission before the March 4, 2011 deadline.

Begin your application process now by completing the online form for the 2011-2012 Yates Dissertation Fellowships.