Social Sciences Scholarships

Scholarship Name	Award
Sponsored$2,000 "No Essay" Scholarship	$2,000
Deadline May 31 Offered by College Prowler Description Students can use the money to help cover tuition, housing, meal plans, books, computers, or any education-related expenses. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
AGA Scholarships	$1,000-$3,000
Deadline March 30 Renewable No Offered by Association of Government Accountants (AGA) 2208 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, VA 22301-1314 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants for full-time or part-time scholarships must be an AGA member or family member (spouse, child or grandchild), and scholarships must be used for full-time or part-time undergraduate study in a financial management academic area such as accounting, auditing, budgeting, economics, finance, electronic data processing, information resources management or public administration. Essays and transcripts are required. There are two categories for high school students/graduates and undergraduates/graduates.The Academic Scholarships are based on academic achievement and the student's potential for making a contribution to public financial management. A reference letter from an AGA member and from another professional such as a professor, guidance counselor or employer is required. Applicants to the Community Service Scholarships do not have to be AGA members, must be pursuing a degree in a financial management academic discipline and must be actively involved in community service projects. The awards are based on community service and accomplishments. A letter of recommendation from a community service organization and from another professional are required. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
American Architectural Foundation and Sir John Soane’s Museum Foundation Traveling Fellowship	$5,000
Deadline March 1 Renewable No Offered by American Architectural Foundation 1799 New York Avenue NW Washington, DC 20006 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be enrolled in graduate programs focusing on the history of art, architecture, decorative arts or interior design. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
ARIT Fellowships for Research in Turkey	Varies
Deadline November 1 Renewable No Offered by American Research Institute in Turkey (ARIT) 3260 South Street Philadelphia, PA 19104-6324 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be scholars or advanced graduate students involved in research on ancient, medieval or modern times in Turkey, in any field of the humanities and social sciences. Student applicants must have completed all requirements for the doctorate except the dissertation before beginning any ARIT-sponsored research. Non-U.S. applicants must be connected to an educational institution in the U.S. or Canada. Applicants should submit applications, three letters of recommendation and graduate transcripts. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
College/University Excellence of Scholarship Awards	Varies
Deadline April 10 Renewable No Offered by National Council for Geographic Education Jacksonville State University 206-A Martin Hall 700 Pelham Road North Jacksonville, AL 36265-1602 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Every college or university geography department in North America may submit the name of its outstanding graduating senior geography majors. The students receive certificates. How to apply Nomination materials are described online. Apply »

Sponsored$1,000 ScholarshipPoints Scholarship	$10,000
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Community Scholarship Fund	Varies
Deadline February 17 Renewable No Offered by Hawaii Community Foundation - Scholarships 1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800 Honolulu, HI 96813 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must demonstrate accomplishment, motivation, initiative, vision and intention to work in Hawaii and major in the arts, architecture, education, humanities or social science. How to apply To apply, register online, complete the online application and select the scholarships to which you wish to apply. In addition, mail the supporting materials: printed confirmation page from the online application, personal statement, copy of Student Aid Report (SAR) available at www.fafsa.ed.gov and official transcript. Apply »
Davidson Fellows Award	$10,000-$50,000
Deadline February 1 Renewable No Offered by Davidson Institute for Talent Development 9665 Gateway Drive Suite B Reno, NV 89521 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be under the age of 18 and be able to attend the awards reception in Washington, DC. In addition to the monetary award, the institute will pay for travel and lodging expenses. Three nominator forms, three copies of a 15-minute DVD or VHS videotape and additional materials are required. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
Edmund S. Muskie Graduate Fellowship Program	Varies
Deadline Varies Renewable No Offered by International Research and Exchanges Board (IREX) 2121 K Street NW Suite 700 Washington, DC 20037 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree and be a citizen, national or permanent resident of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russian Federation, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine or Uzbekistan. Students must also be able to obtain and retain a U.S. J-1 visa. Applicants must be in one of the following fields of study: business administration, economics, education, environmental management, international affairs, journalism/mass communication, law, library/information science, public administration, public health or public policy. How to apply Apply »
Excellence of Scholarship Awards	Varies
Deadline May 1 Renewable No Offered by National Council for Geographic Education Jacksonville State University 206-A Martin Hall 700 Pelham Road North Jacksonville, AL 36265-1602 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be high school seniors who plan to major in geography. Nominators must be NCGE members who nominate students in their classes. How to apply Nominating materials are described online. Apply »
Sponsored$1,000 HS Survey Scholarship	$1,000
Deadline May 31 Offered by HS Survey Description Take a short survey about your high school for a chance to win a $1,000 scholarship. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
Gamma Theta Upsilon-Geographical Honor Society	$1,000
Deadline June 1 Renewable No Offered by Gamma Theta Upsilon Dr. Donald Zeigler Old Dominion University 1181 University Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23453 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be initiated through a Gamma Theta Upsilon chapter. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
George and Viola Hoffman Award	$350-$500
Deadline November 1 Renewable No Offered by Association of American Geographers (AAG) Hoffman Award Frostburg State University 101 Braddock Road c/o George White Frostburg, MD 21532-2303 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must research toward a master's thesis or doctoral dissertation on a geographical subject in Eastern Europe which includes the countries of East Central and Southeast Europe from Poland south to Romania, Bulgaria and the successor states of the former Yugoslavia. The research topics may be historical or contemporary, systematic or regional, limited to a small area or comparative. Applicants must submit applications including a statement of the research topic, research methods, field of study, schedule and bibliography. Applicants should also submit a letter describing professional achievements and the goals and a letter of support from a sponsoring faculty member. How to apply Application materials are described online. Apply »
German Studies Research Grant	$1,500-$2,500
Deadline May 1 and November 1 Renewable No Offered by German Academic Exchange Service DAAD 871 UN Plaza New York, NY 10017 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be junior or senior undergraduates pursuing a German studies major or minor, or master's degree students or Ph.D. candidates in the humanities or social sciences who are working on a certificate in German studies at U.S. or Canadian institutions of higher education or a dissertation on a modern German topic, respectively. Applicants must be nominated by their department and must have completed two years of college German and a minimum of three courses in German studies (literature, history, politics or other fields). Applicants should submit applications, resumes, project descriptions, budget reports, lists of German courses taken, two recommendation letters, language evaluation forms and transcripts. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
Graduate Research Fellowship Program	$42,000
Deadline November 14-18 Renewable No Offered by National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Operations Center Suite T-50 1818 N Street, NW Washington, DC 20036 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be full-time students who have completed no more than 12 months of graduate study and be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals or permanent residents. The fields of study are interdisciplinary, computer and information science and engineering, mathematical sciences, geosciences, psychology, social sciences, life sciences, chemistry, physics and astronomy and engineering. How to apply Applications are available online. An online application form, official transcript and three letters of reference submitted electronically are required. Apply »
Sponsored$1,000 GPA isn't Everything Scholarship	$1,000
Deadline May 31 Offered by Cappex Description Eligibility: Currently enrolled in a high school or college, or plan to enroll in the next 12 months. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
Harry S. Truman Research Grant	Up to $2,500
Deadline April 1 and October 1 Renewable No Offered by Harry S. Truman Library Institute for National and International Affairs Grants Administrator 500 W. U.S. Highway 24 Independence, MO 64050 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Graduate students and post-doctoral scholars are most encouraged to apply, but others completing advanced research will be considered. Preference is given to research dealing with enduring public policy and foreign policy issues that have a high chance of being published or otherwise shared publicly. Applicants can receive up to two research grants in a five-year period. Grant winners must submit a report at the end of their studies. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
Herbert Hoover Presidential Library Association Travel Grant Program	$500-$1,500
Deadline March 1 Renewable No Offered by Herbert Hoover Presidential Library Association P.O. Box 696 West Branch, IA 52358 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be current graduate students, post-doctoral scholars or independent researchers. Applicants must also ensure that the library's contents will meet their research needs before applying. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
IACI/NUI Visiting Fellowship in Irish Studies	$4,000
Deadline December 31 Renewable No Offered by Irish-American Cultural Institute (IACI) An Foras Cultuir Gael-Mheircheanach 1 Lackawanna Place Morristown, NJ 07960 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must provide a description of how the fellowship will be used and a curriculum vitae with a list of publications. How to apply Application is available online. Apply »
ISF National Scholarship Program	$1,000-$10,000
Deadline April 14 Renewable No Offered by Islamic Scholarship Fund P.O. Box 802 Alamo, CA 94507 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be accepted by or attend a top-ranked four-year college or university for undergraduate or graduate studies. They must be practicing Muslims and U.S. citizens or permanent residents. They must have college junior standing or higher and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.4. Applicants should be active members of their communities. Selection is based on academic record, school and extracurricular activities, extenuating circumstances and a personal interview. How to apply Applications are available online. An application form is required. Apply »
Sponsored$1,000 May Survey Scholarship	$1,000
Deadline May 31 Offered by CP Survey Description Open to all college students and recent alumni. Take a short survey about your school for a chance to win a $1,000 scholarship. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
Jerry Clark Memorial Scholarship	$5,000
Deadline April 30 Renewable No Offered by American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), AFL-CIO Attn: Education Department 1625 L Street NW Washington, DC 20036-5687 Eligibility Unknown may apply. One of applicant's parents, legal guardians or financially responsible grandparents must be an AFSCME member. Applicant must be sophomore in college, have a minimum 2.5 GPA and be social science major. Applicant must submit applications, transcripts, and proof of family membership. The chosen students may intern at the International Union headquarters in the Political Action department during the summer between his/her junior and senior year or for one semester during his/her junior or senior year. Recipients may qualify for employment with AFSCME after graduation. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
Joey Parisi Memorial Scholarship	The right to to participate in the college degree program at the National Labor College of the Georg
Deadline October 31 Renewable No Offered by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees 10000 New Hampshire Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20903 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be full-time international, council or local staff members or local union officers with substantial organizing responsibilities. The award provides the right to to participate in the college degree program at the National Labor College of the George Meany Center. How to apply Applications are available by written request. Apply »

John Kelly Labor Studies Scholarship Fund	$3,250
Deadline March 31 Renewable No Offered by Office and Professional Employees International Union 1660 L Street NW Suite 801 Washington, DC 20036 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be members of OPEIU in good standing or associate members for at least two years, and applicants must be either undergraduate or graduate students in one of the following areas of study: labor studies, industrial relations, union leadership and administration or non-degree programs sponsored by the National Labor College at the George Meany Center or similar institution. The selections shall be based on recommendations of an academic scholarship committee. How to apply Applications are available by phone or written request from the local union office, at the secretary-treasurer's office of the International Union or online. Apply »
Joseph S. Rumbaugh Historical Oration Contest	$200-$3,000
Deadline June 10 Renewable No Offered by National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution 1000 S. Fourth Street Louisville, KY 40203 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must prepare a speech of five to six minutes on some aspect of the Revolutionary War. The contest is open to high school sophomores, juniors and seniors at public, private and parochial high schools, as well as home-schooled students. Eligibility for the national contest is determined by contests on the state and local level. How to apply Applications are available from local chapters of Sons of the American Revolution. Apply »
Sponsored$500 CollegeMapper Scholarship	$500
Deadline May 31 Offered by CollegeMapper Description CollegeMapper can help you build a resume, manage your college applications and essays, and so much more. Simply register for an account, and you're entered to win! How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
Julianne Malveaux Scholarship	Varies
Deadline March 1 Renewable No Offered by National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Clubs Inc. 1806 New Hampshire Avenue NW Washington, DC 20009-3298 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be enrolled as sophomores or juniors at an accredited college or university and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students may major in related fields such as public policy or creative writing. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
Junior Fellowships	Varies
Deadline July 1 Renewable No Offered by American Institute of Indian Studies 1130 E. 59th Street Chicago, IL 60637 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be doctoral candidates at a U.S. university. Junior fellows are affiliated with Indian universities and research mentors. Awards may last up to 11 months. How to apply Applications are available by mail or email. Apply »
Lou Hochberg Awards	$500-$1,500
Deadline May 15 and December 15 Renewable No Offered by Orgone Biophysical Research Laboratory P.O. Box 1148 Ashland, OR 97520 Eligibility Unknown may apply. The Lou Hochberg Awards are given to winning theses and dissertations, university and college essays, high school essays and published articles that focus on Reich's sociological work. There are categories for students, scholars or journalists beginning at high school age through adulthood. A suggested list of topics and a bibliography is available online. How to apply Each award has a specific set of instructions for submitting a package for consideration. Guidelines are listed online. Apply »
Lyndon B. Johnson Foundation Grants-in-Aid Research	$500-$2,500
Deadline March 15 and September 15 Renewable No Offered by Lyndon B. Johnson Foundation 2313 Red River Street Austin, TX 78705 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must first contact the library to determine if their topic is appropriate for study at the facility. Applicants must also calculate the estimated amount of the grant before making a request. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
Sponsored$2,000 Student Athlete Scholarship	$2,000
Deadline May 31 Offered by CaptainU Description CaptainU helps simplify the recruiting process by helping you connect with over 16,000 college coaches and make a college team! Register for a free account with CaptainU for a chance to win this scholarship. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
Minnesota Academic Excellence Scholarship	Up to full tuition
Deadline Varies Renewable No Offered by Minnesota Office of Higher Education Services 1450 Energy Park Drive Suite 350 Saint Paul, MN 55108 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be Minnesota residents who have been admitted to a full-time program in an approved Minnesota college or university. Applicants must have demonstrated achievement in one of the following subjects: English or creative writing, fine arts, foreign language, math, science or social science. How to apply For information about the status of this program, applicants should contact the schools they wish to attend. Apply »
Pi Sigma Alpha Washington Internship Scholarships	$2,000
Deadline May 1 Renewable No Offered by Pi Sigma Alpha The Washington Center 2301 M Street NW, Fifth Floor Washington, DC 20037-1427 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must belong to Pi Sigma Alpha and be nominated by their local chapter. The award is for a political science internship is based on academic achievement and service to the organization. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
Presbyterian Church USA Student Opportunity Scholarships	Up to $2,000
Deadline June 1 Renewable No Offered by Presbyterian Church (USA) 100 Witherspoon Street Louisville, KY 40202 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be members of the Presbyterian Church (USA) who have completed their second year of college. They must be enrolled full-time and have a GPA of 2.5 or greater. Students must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in education, health service/science, religious studies, sacred music or social service/sciences. Financial need is required. Preference is given to members of racial and ethnic minorities. How to apply Applications are available by mail or email. Apply »
Racial/Ethnic History Research Grant	at least $1,000
Deadline December 31 Renewable No Offered by General Commission on Archives and History, The United Methodist Church P.O. Box 127 36 Madison Avenue Madison, NJ 07940 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must submit an application in English which includes biographical information, a detailed description of the project, the expected date of completion, a budget and letters of recommendation. How to apply Submit materials to the General Secretary at the address listed. Apply »
Sponsored$1,000 CollegeWeek Live Scholarship	$1,000
Deadline May 31 Offered by CollegeWeek Live Description It's super easy. No essays. No cumbersome forms. Just register at CollegeWeekLive, search for colleges of interest to you, and you could win $1,000! How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
Summer Fellowship Program	Room and board plus $500 stipend
Deadline March 23 Renewable No Offered by American Institute for Economic Research P.O. Box 1000 Attn.: Susan Gillette, Assistant to the President Great Barrington, MA 01230 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be college seniors who will enter a doctoral program in economics or an affiliated program. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
UBS/PaineWebber Scholarship	$8,000
Deadline Unknown Renewable No Offered by United Negro College Fund (UNCF) 8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive P.O. Box 10444 Fairfax, VA 22031-8044 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants should demonstrate leadership skills and may major in accounting, business administration, economics, finance or any business-related major. Students should submit two recommendation letters, an essay, a resume, two small photos and a transcript. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have unmet financial need that is verified by the college or university financial aid office. Students are encouraged to complete the UNCF General Scholarship application to be matched with scholarships for which they meet the criteria. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
Women in Geographic Education Scholarship	$500
Deadline April 10 Renewable No Offered by National Council for Geographic Education Jacksonville State University 206-A Martin Hall 700 Pelham Road North Jacksonville, AL 36265-1602 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must be enrolled in a program leading to a career in geographic education, submit an essay on the provided topic and have an overall GPA of 3.0 and a geography GPA of 3.5. The winner receives an additional $300 travel stipend if she attends the NCGE Annual Meeting. How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
Women in United Methodist History Research Grant	At least $1,000
Deadline December 31 Renewable No Offered by General Commission on Archives and History, The United Methodist Church P.O. Box 127 36 Madison Avenue Madison, NJ 07940 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must submit an application that includes a resume, a description of the project, a timetable for the project, a budget and letters of recommendation. How to apply Submit materials to the General Secretary at the address listed. Apply »
Sponsored$2,500 Toluna May Giveaway	$2,500
Deadline May 31 Offered by Toluna Description Express your opinion & make your voice heard while getting rewarded in the process! Simply register for your free Toluna account, and you'll have the chance to win cash in their $4,500 monthly giveaway - multiple amounts are awarded including a $2,500 grand prize! How to apply Applications are available online. Apply »
Women in United Methodist History Writing Award	$500
Deadline December 31 Renewable No Offered by General Commission on Archives and History, The United Methodist Church P.O. Box 127 36 Madison Avenue Madison, NJ 07940 Eligibility Unknown may apply. Applicants must submit completed, original manuscripts no longer than 20 double-spaced, typewritten pages with footnotes and bibliography about the history of women in the United Methodist Church or its antecedents. How to apply Send manuscript to the General Secretary at the address listed. Apply »

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