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Geological & Earth Sciences • History • Age • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Jane C. Waldbaum Archaeological Field School Scholarship offers $1,000 to eligible undergraduates and first-year graduates. Apply now!
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
History • Aerospace
Fellowships in Aerospace History offer $21,890 for Ph.D. students in history or related fields. Early-career scholars preferred.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
History • Social Sciences • Sociology • Freshmen
The Students of History Scholarship offers $1,000 to high school seniors with a history focus. Essay and recommendations required.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
History • Conservation • Writing • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Charles J. Hasbrouck Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for undergraduates in historic preservation and related fields. Apply with an essay.
Deadline:
August 30, 2025
Literature • History • Social Sciences • Psychology
The CLAGS Fellowship offers $2000 to graduate students in LGBTQ studies for dissertation or manuscript work.
Deadline:
November 23, 2025
Music • Art History • History • Information Sciences
The Dena Epstein Award supports research in American music archives, open to all applicants based on merit. Award: $250+.
Deadline:
September 10, 2025
Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • STEM • Mathematics • Economics • Finance • Literature • Art History • History • Cybersecurity • Computer Science • IT/Information Technology • Physics • Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Juniors
MassMutual offers $16,000 scholarships for juniors at TMCF member schools in various fields. Minimum GPA of 3.0 required.
Deadline:
May 17, 2025
Social Sciences • Social Work • Sociology • History
The Kenneth W. Payne Student Prize awards $500 for outstanding work on LGBTQ+ topics or critical studies of sexualities and genders.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
History • World Studies • Foreign Languages • Graduate Students
The Houtan Scholarship offers $3,500 annually for students interested in Parsi and Iranian culture. Apply now!
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Arts • Arts Management • Art History • History • Age • Seniors • Juniors • Sophomores • Freshmen
The Whitaker Foundation Art Scholarship Fund offers $2000 to support art students in watercolor and museum studies. Apply now!
Deadline:
May 15, 2025
Art History • History • Health Education • Education • Teacher Education • Law • Foreign Languages • For Native American / American Indian students • Juniors • Seniors
The Colbert 'Bud' Baker Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for juniors/seniors majoring in history, education, or pre-law.
Deadline:
October 7, 2025
History • Literature • Graduate Students
The John Pine Memorial Award offers $1,000 to Ph.D. students in History or Library Science-Archives who are Phi Alpha Theta members.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
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
Sociology • World Studies • Political Science/Government • History • Economics • International Relations • Public Policy & Administration • Criminal Justice • Law • Social Work • Geological & Earth Sciences • Psychology • Graduate Students
The Pi Gamma Mu Scholarship offers $2,500 for graduate students in social sciences. Requires an essay and three recommendations.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
Geological & Earth Sciences • History • World Studies • Graduate Students
The Helena Wylde Swiny And Stuart Swiny Fellowship offers $2,000 for graduate research projects related to Cyprus.
Deadline:
December 6, 2025
Geological & Earth Sciences • History • Graduate Students
The Anita Cecil O'Donovan Fellowship offers $2,000 for graduate research on Cyprus archaeology or culture, requiring residence at CAARI.
Deadline:
December 6, 2025
Art History • History • Arts • Arts Management • Graduate Students
Thoma Foundation offers fellowships up to $50,000 for research in Spanish Americas art. Apply for predoctoral and postdoctoral support.
Deadline:
December 15, 2025
Geological & Earth Sciences • History • Sociology • Graduate Students
The Leakey Foundation offers up to $15,000 for research on human origins for advanced doctoral students and established scientists.
Deadline:
January 9, 2026
Nebraska • Business Administration • Management • English • History • Political Science/Government • Psychology • Criminal Justice • Accounting • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores
Nebraska Paralegal Association offers $500 scholarships for paralegal students in accredited Nebraska programs. Essay and recommendation required.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
History • Gender Studies • Graduate Students
The Lerner-Scott Prize honors the best doctoral dissertation in U.S. women's history, offering $250+ for qualified submissions.
Deadline:
October 1, 2025
History • Religious/Theological Studies • Graduate Students
The World Is My Parish Grant supports research on the United Methodist Church's global development. $500 award available.
Deadline:
March 17, 2025
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The CCWH offers a $20,000 award for scholars with non-traditional academic paths to support contributions to women's history.
Deadline:
May 14, 2025
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:
January 15, 2026
Iowa • Environmental Science • Conservation • Architecture • History • Urban Design • Freshmen
The Bob Byers Environmental Scholarship offers $1,000 to Iowa high school seniors majoring in environmental fields. Apply online now!
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American Studies • Political Science/Government • History • Age • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
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When writing your application, be clear and concise, highlight your passion for history, demonstrate your academic achievements, and tailor your personal statement to reflect the scholarship's values.
History scholarships can cover various expenses, including tuition, fees, books, and sometimes living expenses, depending on the scholarship's terms.
Yes, many History scholarships are open to international students, but it's essential to check the specific eligibility requirements for each scholarship.
To apply for History scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, submit required documents such as transcripts and essays, and sometimes attend an interview.
To increase your chances, focus on maintaining a strong academic record, writing a compelling personal statement, obtaining strong letters of recommendation, and applying to multiple scholarships.
Eligibility criteria for History scholarships can vary widely but often include factors such as academic performance, field of study, financial need, and sometimes specific demographic requirements.
Yes, many History scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, universities, and foundations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its credibility.
You can find History scholarships by searching online scholarship databases, university financial aid offices, and dedicated scholarship websites like Mos.
History scholarships are financial awards designed to support students pursuing studies in history or related fields. These scholarships can help cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses.
In your personal statement for History scholarships, include your passion for history, relevant experiences, academic goals, and how the scholarship will help you achieve your educational aspirations.
The Truman Scholarship is a prestigious award for college students who plan to pursue a graduate degree in public service fields.
The Mitchell Scholarship provides a one-year stipend for future US leaders to study somewhere in Ireland.
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