American Studies scholarships - Jan '25
Updated Jan 28, 2025Apply below to the best American Studies scholarships for January 2025.
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Humane Studies Fellowship
Political Science/Government • Law • Sociology • History • Social Sciences • American Studies • Literature • World Studies
The Humane Studies Fellowship offers up to $5,000 for graduate and postdoc students in social sciences and humanities.
Deadline:
December 31, 2025
Richard and Elizabeth Dean Scholarship
American Studies • Literature • Music • History • Freshmen
The Richard and Elizabeth Dean Scholarship offers $5,000 to high school graduates pursuing American studies with a minimum GPA of 4.0.
Deadline:
January 31, 2025
Ian James Wallace Scholarship Fund
Colorado • American Studies • English • Foreign Languages • Gender Studies • History • Literature • Philosophy • Psychology • Social Sciences • Sociology • World Studies • Art History • Arts • Arts Management • Film • Fashion • Graphic Design • Photography • Radio & Television • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • High school
The Ian James Wallace Scholarship Fund awards $1,500 to Colorado high school seniors pursuing arts or humanities with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
February 25, 2025
Edward G. and Helen A. Borgens Elementary Teacher Education Scholarship
American Studies • Political Science/Government • History • Age • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Deadline:
January 31, 2025
America 250! Scholarship
American Studies • History • Freshmen
The America 250! Scholarship offers $5,000 to four college students majoring in American history with a 3.75 GPA. Apply now!
Deadline:
January 31, 2025
Michael T. and Mary L. Cloyd Scholarship
Art History • History • Science • Information Sciences • Management • American Studies • Seniors
Deadline:
January 31, 2025
American History Scholarship
History • American Studies • Freshmen
The American History Scholarship offers $2,000 for high school seniors pursuing degrees in American History or Government. Apply now!
Deadline:
January 31, 2025
ACOR-CAORC Pre-Doctoral Graduate Fellowship
American Studies • History • Literature • Social Sciences • Sociology • World Studies • Graduate Students
ACOR offers fellowships for graduate students in humanities and sciences focused on Middle Eastern studies. U.S. citizenship required.
Deadline:
February 15, 2025
King Olav V Norwegian-American Heritage Fund
American Studies • History • Literature • Social Sciences • Sociology • World Studies • Arts • Freshmen • Graduate Students • Seniors • Juniors
Scholarship for Norwegian citizens studying in the U.S. Requires essays, recommendations, and transcripts. Award: $3,000.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
James Madison Memorial Junior Fellowship Program
American Studies • Political Science/Government • Teacher Education • Teaching • History
The James Madison Memorial Junior Fellowship offers up to $24,000 for future secondary school teachers of American history and government.
Deadline:
March 2, 2025
Charlotte W. Newcombe Dissertation Fellowship
American Studies • History • Literature • Social Sciences • Sociology • World Studies • English • Graduate Students
The Charlotte W. Newcombe Fellowship offers $30,000 for Ph.D. or Th.D. candidates in humanities and social sciences. Apply with an essay.
Deadline:
November 1, 2025
Louis Pelzer Memorial Award
American Studies • History • Graduate Students
The Louis Pelzer Memorial Award honors graduate essays on U.S. history, offering a $500 prize for outstanding work.
Deadline:
November 1, 2025
Littleton-Griswold Research Grant
History • American Studies • Social Sciences • Law • Graduate Students
The Littleton-Griswold Research Grant supports US legal history research, offering up to $1,000 for eligible AHA members.
Deadline:
February 14, 2025
Michael Kraus Research Grant In History
American Studies • History • Graduate Students
The Michael Kraus Research Grant supports American colonial history projects with awards up to $800 for AHA members.
Deadline:
February 14, 2025
Albert J. Beveridge Grant For Research In The History Of The Western Hemisphere
World Studies • American Studies • History • Graduate Students
The AHA offers Albert J. Beveridge Grants for research in Western Hemisphere history, prioritizing advanced students and scholars.
Deadline:
February 14, 2025
Charles E. Peterson Prize Fellowship
Arts • Art History • History • Interior Design • Urban Design • Architecture • Construction • Construction Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • American Studies
The Charles E. Peterson Prize Fellowship offers $2,500 for graduate students in related fields to contribute to SAH Archipedia.
Deadline Passed
Ford Foundation Dissertation Fellowships
Science • American Studies • History • Literature • Social Sciences • Sociology • World Studies • Mathematics • Engineering • Psychology • Biology • Chemistry • Physics • Teacher Education • Teaching • Graduate Students
Ford Foundation Dissertation Fellowships offer $28,000 for Ph.D. or Sc.D. candidates completing research-based dissertations.
Deadline Passed
Albert M. Greenfield Foundation Dissertation Fellowship
World Studies • American Studies • History • Graduate Students
The Albert M. Greenfield Foundation Dissertation Fellowship offers up to $12,500 for research at the Library Company. Apply with CV and proposal.
Deadline Passed
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Eligibility criteria for American Studies scholarships can vary, but they often include factors such as academic performance, field of study, financial need, and sometimes specific demographic requirements.
American Studies scholarships are financial awards designed to support students pursuing degrees in American Studies or related fields. These scholarships can help cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses.
To apply for American Studies scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, provide academic transcripts, and submit any required essays or personal statements. Check the specific application process for each scholarship.
Many American Studies scholarships are available to international students, but eligibility can vary by scholarship. Be sure to check the specific requirements for each scholarship you are interested in.
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