Social & Human Studies scholarships - Jan '25
Updated Jan 28, 2025Apply below to the best Social & Human Studies scholarships for January 2025.
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The Duberman-Zal Fellowship
Social Sciences • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students
The Duberman-Zal Fellowship offers $2,500 for LGBTQ scholarly research. Open to graduate students and independent scholars worldwide.
Deadline:
December 2, 2025
The Interstellar Research Group Scholarship for Master's Students
STEM • Social Sciences • Conservation • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Healthcare-Related • Law • Agriculture • Food Sciences & Technology • Computer Science • Education • Construction
The Interstellar Research Group offers a $2,500 scholarship for U.S. master's students in STEM and related fields. Apply now!
Deadline:
December 15, 2025
Nebraska High School Oratorical Scholarship Contest
Nebraska • English • Literature • Freshmen • High school
High school students compete in the Nebraska Oratorical Contest for scholarships up to $1,000. Local to state-level competitions.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Stop-Painting Scholarship
Psychology • Business Administration • Human Resources • Management
The Stop-Painting Scholarship offers $1,000 to students showcasing the impact of organized workplaces on productivity. Apply now!
Deadline:
June 14, 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
The Interstellar Research Group Scholarship for Doctoral Students
STEM • Social Sciences • Business Administration • Healthcare-Related • Law • Agriculture • Food Sciences & Technology • Computer Science • Education • Construction • Conservation • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science
The Interstellar Research Group Scholarship offers $2,500 for U.S. doctoral students in STEM and related fields. Apply now!
Deadline:
December 15, 2025
Barbara Mandigo Kelly Peace Poetry Awards
Writing • English • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Enter the Barbara Mandigo Kelly Peace Poetry Awards for a chance to win $250+ by sharing poems that celebrate peace and the human spirit.
Deadline:
July 1, 2025
JASNA Essay Contest
Writing • Literature • English • High school
Enter the JASNA Essay Contest for a chance to win up to $1,000 by exploring the relevance of Jane Austen's novels today.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Caroline M. Hewins Scholarship
Information Sciences • Literature • Graduate Students
The Caroline M. Hewins Scholarship offers $4,000 for students specializing in children's library work. ALA-accredited school required.
Deadline:
September 1, 2025
REFORMA Scholarship
Information Sciences • Literature • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Graduate Students
The REFORMA Scholarship offers up to $1,500 for Spanish-speaking students in Library and Information Science with a B average.
Deadline:
March 15, 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
Mary V. Gaver Scholarship
Information Sciences • Literature • Graduate Students
The Mary V. Gaver Scholarship offers $3,000 for U.S./Canadian citizens pursuing an MLS in youth services. Apply with references and transcripts.
Deadline:
March 1, 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
AB HBCU Scholars Program
Tennessee • Alabama • Virginia • Arkansas • Delaware • Florida • Georgia • Kentucky • Louisiana • Maryland • Mississippi • Missouri • North Carolina • Ohio • Oklahoma • Pennsylvania • South Carolina • Texas • West Virginia • District Of Columbia • Accounting • Business Administration • Computer Science • Cybersecurity • Economics • Electrical Engineering • Computer Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Finance • Psychology • History • Art History • Sociology • World Studies • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Management • Marketing • Mathematics • Operations Management • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Sophomores
The AB HBCU Scholars Program offers $5,000 for eligible undergraduate sophomores at select HBCUs. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Islamic Scholarship Fund
International Relations • Political Science/Government • Public Policy & Administration • Public Relations • Sociology • Law • Journalism • Digital Communications/Media • Writing • Theatre/Performing Arts • Film • For Muslim students • Seniors • Juniors • Graduate Students • Sophomores
The Islamic Scholarship Fund offers up to $10,000 for Muslim students in media-related fields with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with essays and video.
Deadline:
March 22, 2025
The Beth B. Hess Memorial Scholarship
Sociology
The Beth B. Hess Memorial Scholarship offers $3,500 for advanced sociology Ph.D. students from community colleges. Apply now!
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Minority Fellowship Program
Nursing • Mental Health • Psychology • Social Work • Counseling • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Black and/or African American students • Graduate Students
The Minority Fellowship Program offers fellowships for minority nurses in mental health and substance abuse, with awards starting at $250.
Deadline:
April 29, 2025
Winifred Goldring Award
Geological & Earth Sciences • History • For Women • Graduate Students • Seniors
The Winifred Goldring Award offers up to $2,000 for outstanding female graduate students in paleontology. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
NJPA Foundation Scholarship for Research on Diversity Issues
New Jersey • Psychology • Graduate Students
The NJPA Foundation Scholarship offers $2,000 for graduate psychology research on diversity issues in New Jersey. Essay and recommendation required.
Deadline:
July 19, 2025
The Lucille Stoeppler Baker Scholarship
History
The Lucille Stoeppler Baker Scholarship awards $1,500 annually to historical anthropology majors with a 3.5 GPA and two recommendations.
Deadline:
August 31, 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
Roy Scrivner Memorial Research Grants
Psychology
The Roy Scrivner Memorial Research Grants offer $8,000 for LGBT family psychology research. Open to advanced graduate students.
Deadline:
November 27, 2025
Gene Carte Student Paper Competition
Criminal Justice • Law Enforcement • Psychology • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Criminology students can enter the Gene Carte Paper Competition for a chance to win up to $500. Submit papers up to 8,000 words.
Deadline:
April 14, 2025
Huntington Library/Wha Martin Ridge Fellowship For Study In Western History
History • Art History • Graduate Students
The Huntington Library offers a $3,500 fellowship for Ph.D. students in western history. Submit a resume and proposal to apply.
Deadline:
June 14, 2025
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FAQ
Social & Human Studies scholarships may cover various expenses, including tuition fees, textbooks, and sometimes living expenses. The specific coverage will depend on the scholarship's terms.
Eligibility criteria for Social & Human Studies scholarships can vary widely but often include factors such as academic performance, field of study, financial need, and sometimes community involvement or specific demographic requirements.
Social & Human Studies scholarships are financial awards designed to support students pursuing degrees in fields related to social sciences, humanities, and related disciplines. These scholarships aim to encourage academic excellence and support students in their educational endeavors.
To apply for Social & Human Studies scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, submit required documents such as transcripts and letters of recommendation, and write a personal statement or essay as specified by the scholarship provider.
In your personal statement for Social & Human Studies scholarships, include your academic achievements, career goals, relevant experiences, and why you are passionate about your field of study. Be sure to convey your unique perspective and motivations.
Yes, many Social & Human Studies scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, educational institutions, and foundations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its credibility.
Yes, you can apply for multiple Social & Human Studies scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving funding for your education.
Resources for Social & Human Studies scholarships
Complete guide to the Truman Scholarship
The Truman Scholarship is a prestigious award for college students who plan to pursue a graduate degree in public service fields.
Complete guide to the Mitchell Scholarship
The Mitchell Scholarship provides a one-year stipend for future US leaders to study somewhere in Ireland.
Complete guide to the Churchill Scholarship
The Churchill Scholarship provides college seniors with funding to pursue postgraduate studies at Cambridge in the UK.
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