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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
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
Education • Social Sciences • Sociology • Political Science/Government • Economics • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Graduate Students
The AERA Minority Dissertation Fellowship offers up to $25,000 for underrepresented graduate students in education research.
Deadline:
December 9, 2025
Social Sciences • Sociology • Psychology
Apply for the $1,000 Gordon Allport Intergroup Relations Prize for the best paper on intergroup relations. Don't miss this opportunity!
Deadline:
June 15, 2025
Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Education • Social Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Medicine • Health Education • Healthcare-Related • Public Health • Technology • Food Sciences & Technology • IT/Information Technology • Mathematics • Biology • Physics • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Fire Science/Firefighting • Geological & Earth Sciences • Science • STEM • For Women • Graduate Students
Career Development Grants offer up to $12,000 for women AAUW members pursuing further education in various fields.
Deadline:
November 22, 2025
Health/Medical Technology • Medicine • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Pre-Med • Law • Healthcare-Related • Mental Health • Public Health • Social Sciences • Social Work • Psychology • Education • Health Education • Teacher Education • Economics • Finance • STEM • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Pedro Zamora Young Leaders Scholarship offers $5,000 to students under 27 engaged in health and social justice. Apply with an essay.
Deadline:
July 16, 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
Texas • Louisiana • District Of Columbia • Engineering • Social Sciences • Social Work • Sociology • Public Relations • Public Policy & Administration • Public Health • International Relations • Political Science/Government • Human Resources • Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Conservation • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Juniors • Seniors
The TMCF | Cheniere Scholarship offers up to $12,000 for HBCU juniors and seniors in select majors. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 27, 2025
Social Sciences
The Betty Jeanne Root Fellowship offers $2,000 to KON doctoral students researching human sciences. Apply with two recommendations and an essay.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Social Sciences
Apply for the Kappa Omicron Phi Scholarship for KON members conducting undergraduate research. Award: $500.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Social Work • Social Sciences • Sociology • Food Sciences & Technology • Food & Nutrition • Fashion • Economics • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
MAFCS offers scholarships up to $1,000 for AAFCS/MAFCS members studying Family and Consumer Sciences.
Deadline:
December 1, 2025
Vermont • Social Sciences • Social Work • Sociology • Criminal Justice • Economics • History • International Relations • Philosophy • Political Science/Government • Urban Design • Psychology • Freshmen
Vermont DAR Good Citizenship Scholarship offers $1,000 for high school seniors pursuing social sciences degrees. Apply with FAFSA, essay, and recommendations.
Deadline Passed
Education • Teacher Education • Arts • Social Sciences • Graduate Students
The ISI Richard M. Weaver Fellowship provides up to $15,000 for U.S. citizens in graduate programs focused on liberal arts or education.
Deadline Passed
Engineering • Biology • Social Sciences • Geological & Earth Sciences • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The ASFPM Foundation offers a $20,000 scholarship for students in engineering, planning, or sciences. Apply now!
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Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Science • Social Sciences
The Utz Scholarship offers $4,000 annually for up to 4 years for Science students maintaining a 3.25 GPA. Apply now!
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Law • 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 • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
ABF Summer Fellowship supports underrepresented students in law and social science with a $4000 award. Apply now!
Deadline Passed
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 Passed
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
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
Apply for the Sylvia Rivera Award in Transgender Studies for the best work in the field. Prize: $1,000.
Deadline Passed
North Carolina • Arts • Social Sciences
The Marion Heller Memorial Scholarship offers $250+ to Dare County students at College of The Albemarle pursuing an Associate in Arts.
Deadline Passed
North Carolina • History • Social Sciences
The Living Legend Scholarship offers $250+ to Dare County students at College of The Albemarle pursuing cultural heritage with a 2.0 GPA.
Deadline Passed
California • Social Sciences • Public Policy & Administration • Social Work • Law • Healthcare-Related • Business Administration • Healthcare Administrative
The New Leader Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for Bay Area public university students in select majors with a 3.5 GPA.
Deadline Passed
Counseling • Psychology • Social Work • Social Sciences • For Black and/or African American students
The TMCF | BetterHelp Graduate Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for African American graduate students in Counseling or related fields.
Deadline Passed
New York • Social Sciences
Undergraduate students in CUNY/SUNY can win a $250 award for the best paper on LGBTQ+ experiences. Apply now!
Deadline Passed
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 Passed
To write a strong application for Social Sciences scholarships, focus on clarity and authenticity in your writing. Tailor your essays to reflect your unique experiences and aspirations, and ensure you follow all application guidelines carefully.
In your personal statement for Social Sciences scholarships, include your academic achievements, career goals, relevant experiences, and your passion for the social sciences. Be sure to articulate how the scholarship will help you achieve your objectives.
Social Sciences scholarships may cover various expenses, including tuition fees, textbooks, and sometimes living expenses. The specific coverage will depend on the scholarship's terms.
Yes, many Social Sciences scholarships are open to international students. However, eligibility may vary, so it's essential to review the specific requirements for each scholarship.
To apply for Social Sciences 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.
Yes, you can apply for multiple Social Sciences scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving financial aid for your studies.
Eligibility criteria for Social Sciences scholarships can vary widely but often include factors such as academic performance, field of study, financial need, and sometimes demographic factors. Always check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Yes, many Social Sciences scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, universities, and foundations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its authenticity.
You can find Social Sciences scholarships on various platforms, including scholarship search engines and educational websites. A great resource to explore is Mos, which provides a comprehensive database of scholarships tailored to your field of study.
Social Sciences scholarships are financial awards designed to support students pursuing degrees in fields such as sociology, psychology, political science, anthropology, and economics. These scholarships aim to alleviate the financial burden of education and encourage students to engage in social sciences studies.
Common documents required for Social Sciences scholarships include transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement or essay, and sometimes a resume or proof of community service. Check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
To increase your chances of winning a Social Sciences scholarship, focus on crafting a strong personal statement, obtaining solid letters of recommendation, and meeting all application requirements. Additionally, applying early and thoroughly researching each scholarship can help.
While many Social Sciences scholarships do consider GPA as a factor, not all require a high GPA. Some scholarships may focus more on personal statements, community involvement, or financial need.
It's advisable to start applying for Social Sciences scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school or the first year of college, to meet various deadlines and maximize your options.
The amount of money awarded through Social Sciences scholarships can vary significantly, ranging from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars, depending on the scholarship's source and purpose.
The Mitchell Scholarship provides a one-year stipend for future US leaders to study somewhere in Ireland.
The Truman Scholarship is a prestigious award for college students who plan to pursue a graduate degree in public service fields.
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