Social & Human Studies scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 11, 2025Apply below to the best Social & Human Studies scholarships for February 2025.
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The Charles J. Hasbrouck Memorial Scholarship
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
CLAGS Fellowship Award
Literature • History • Social Sciences • Psychology • Graduate Students
The CLAGS Fellowship offers $2000 to graduate students in LGBTQ studies for dissertation or manuscript work.
Deadline:
November 23, 2025
Minority Dissertation Fellowship Program in Education Research
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
Robert Browning Scholarship
Alaska • Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • Healthcare-Related • Mental Health • Healthcare Assistant • Food & Nutrition • Medicine • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Pre-Nursing • Pharmacy • Dentistry • Pre-Med • Pre-Dental • Psychology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Robert Browning Scholarship offers $250 to LGBTQ+ health sciences students in the Pacific Northwest facing various barriers. Apply now!
Deadline:
January 10, 2026
Tony DeBlase Memorial Scholarship
For students with disabilities • Alaska • Idaho • Oregon • Montana • Washington • Health Education • Mental Health • Psychology • Education • 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 • For students of color • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • For Women • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • Based on your gender • Age • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Tony DeBlase Memorial Scholarship offers $250 for LGBTQ and allied students in sex education fields facing barriers in the Northwest.
Deadline:
January 10, 2026
The Gordon Allport Intergroup Relations Prize
Social Sciences • Sociology • Psychology • Graduate Students
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
Kenneth E. Hasbrouck SR. History Scholarship
Art History • History • Foreign Languages • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Kenneth E. Hasbrouck SR. History Scholarship awards $1,000 for studies on Huguenot immigrants' impact on American culture and history.
Deadline:
August 31, 2025
Dena Epstein Award for Archival and Library Research in American Music
Music • Art History • History • Information Sciences • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Dena Epstein Award supports research in American music archives, open to all applicants based on merit. Award: $250+.
Deadline:
September 10, 2025
Predoctoral Fellowship For Minorities
World Studies • Communications • Psychology • Science • Foreign Languages • For Native American / American Indian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Graduate Students
The Ford Foundation offers a $27,000 Predoctoral Fellowship for minorities pursuing a Ph.D. or Sc.D. in teaching and research.
Deadline:
November 1, 2025
Career Development Grants
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
Lou Hochberg Awards - University/College Essay Awards
Biology • Chemistry • Physics • Sociology • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Win up to $500 for the best research paper on Wilhelm Reich's findings. Submit by photocopy and PDF. Maximum 50 pages.
Deadline:
December 31, 2025
Mental Health Profession Scholarship
Psychology • Mental Health • Counseling • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Mental Health Profession Scholarship awards $1,000 to students overcoming mental health challenges pursuing related degrees.
Deadline:
December 21, 2025
TMCF | MassMutual Corporate Scholarship
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
TMCF | United Health Foundation Diversity in Health Care Scholarship Program
Childcare • Counseling • Dentistry • Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic • Health/Medical Technology • Healthcare Administrative • Healthcare Assistant • Healthcare-Related • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Mental Health • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Pharmacy • Pre-Dental • Pre-Nursing • Psychology • Public Health • Social Work • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The United Health Foundation offers $5,000 scholarships for HBCU students pursuing clinical degrees, focusing on diversity in healthcare.
Deadline:
May 17, 2025
Pedro Zamora Young Leaders Scholarship
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
Funeral Service Foundation Scholarships
Healthcare-Related • Health/Medical Technology • Psychology • Counseling • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Funeral Service Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for students pursuing a degree in funeral service.
Deadline:
November 1, 2025
Kenneth W. Payne Student Prize
Social Sciences • Social Work • Sociology • History • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
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
Bilingual Therapies Scholarships
Psychology • Mental Health • Healthcare-Related • Graduate Students
Bilingual Therapies Scholarships offer up to $9,000 for bilingual speech-language pathology and school psychology students.
Deadline:
July 15, 2025
Rosetta Richardson's Trailblazer Elderly Care Scholarship
Childcare • Counseling • Dentistry • Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic • Health Education • Health/Medical Technology • Healthcare Administrative • Healthcare Assistant • Healthcare-Related • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Medicine • Mental Health • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Pharmacy • Pre-Dental • Pre-Med • Pre-Nursing • Psychology • Public Health • Social Work • Veterinary • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Rosetta Richardson's Trailblazer Scholarship offers $1,139 for students in healthcare focused on elderly care with personal cancer or dementia ties.
Deadline:
October 2, 2025
Bilingual Therapies Scholarships
Psychology • Mental Health • Healthcare-Related • Seniors
Bilingual Therapies Scholarships offer up to $9,000 for bilingual speech-language pathology and school psychology students.
Deadline:
November 15, 2025
Psi Chi Undergraduate Scholarship
Psychology • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Psi Chi Undergraduate Scholarship offers $3,000 each to 8 exceptional psychology majors. Apply with CV and financial need essay.
Deadline:
June 24, 2025
ASF Translation Awards
Foreign Languages • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
ASF Translation Awards offer up to $2,500 for exceptional English translations of Nordic literature. Apply now!
Deadline:
August 31, 2025
Houtan Scholarship
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
Pennsylvania Library Association MLS Scholarships
Pennsylvania • Information Sciences • Literature • Science • Graduate Students
Pennsylvania Library Association offers $2,000 scholarships for ALA-accredited Library Science Master's students in PA.
Deadline:
May 15, 2025
The Whitaker Foundation Art Scholarship Fund
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
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FAQ
Common mistakes to avoid when applying for Social & Human Studies scholarships include missing deadlines, failing to follow application instructions, submitting generic essays, and not proofreading your application materials.
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.
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.
Yes, many Social & Human Studies scholarships are open to international students, but eligibility can vary by scholarship. It's essential to check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
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.
To increase your chances of winning a Social & Human Studies scholarship, focus on maintaining a strong academic record, crafting a compelling personal statement, obtaining strong letters of recommendation, and applying to multiple scholarships.
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.
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.
You can find Social & Human Studies scholarships on various scholarship search platforms, including Mos, which provides a comprehensive database of available scholarships tailored to your field of study.
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.
When writing your application for Social & Human Studies scholarships, be clear and concise, highlight your passion for the field, and provide specific examples of your achievements and goals. Tailor your application to each scholarship's requirements.
Common documents required for Social & Human Studies scholarships include your academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement or essay, and sometimes proof of financial need.
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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