Frequently Asked Questions
Eligibility
The Porter and Field Prize competitions are open to all students enrolled in Yale University for a degree.
Yes, if you were enrolled for degree during any part of the current academic year, you are eligible to submit to the Porter and Field prize competitions.
No, the Porter and Field prize competitions are open to all students enrolled for a degree, provided that the submissions meet the provisions of the prize conditions listed on the Porter and Field prize web page.
Application
There is no need to submit two copies of your submission. The judges will determine whether your submission meets the requirements for the Porter Prize, the Field Prize, or both.
Submission
Yes, provided that it is accompanied by an English-language translation.
Entries are submitted through the Yale Student Grants and Fellowships platform.
Yes, all entries must be accompanied by a separate one-page summary that is written in non-technical language for an intelligent but non-expert reader.
Yes, provided that it represents substantial independent scholarship on your part. When submitting, you will be asked to identify a faculty advisor or director of studies to attest to your substantial independent scholarship.
After Submission
Recipients of the Porter and Field prizes are kept confidential until Commencement day. If you have been awarded a prize and are not on campus for the commencement ceremonies, you will be notified via email.
Yes, the names of past prize winners are located on the Porter and Field prize pages on the Office of the Secretary website.