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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Colbert "Bud" Baker Memorial Scholarship
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
Pauline Walker Memorial Scholarship
Foreign Languages • For Native American / American Indian students • Juniors • Seniors
The Pauline Walker Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for junior/senior students in Native American studies. Apply now!
Deadline:
October 7, 2025
L. Ron Hubbard Writers Of The Future Contest Award
Writing • Literature • Graduate Students • Seniors • Sophomores • Freshmen • Juniors
The L. Ron Hubbard Writers Of The Future Contest awards amateur writers for sci-fi and fantasy stories, offering up to $5,000 in prizes.
Deadline:
December 31, 2025
The John Pine Memorial Award
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
Myra Levick Scholarship Fund
Arts • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Medicine • Psychology • Graduate Students
The Myra Levick Scholarship Fund offers up to $1,000 for students in graduate art therapy programs with a GPA of 3.00 or higher.
Deadline:
May 3, 2025
Sandy Ulm Scholarships
Florida • Information Sciences • Literature • Education • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students
Sandy Ulm Scholarships support FAME members in Florida pursuing Library Science or Educational Media with a $250+ award.
Deadline:
June 30, 2025
NASP-ERT Minority Scholarship Program
Psychology • 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 NASP-ERT Minority Scholarship offers $5,000 to minority students in NASP-approved school psychology programs with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
October 16, 2025
Schallek Awards
History • Literature • Graduate Students
The Schallek Awards provide $2,000 for five annual dissertation projects on late-medieval Britain. Open to US citizens and residents.
Deadline:
February 15, 2025
Centennial Mental Health Center Collegiate Scholarship
Colorado • Psychology • Sociology • Counseling • High school • Freshmen
Centennial Mental Health Center offers up to $2,000 for students in behavioral health fields. Must reside in designated counties.
Deadline:
March 10, 2025
Native Hawaiian Health Scholarship Program
Hawaii • Medicine • Mental Health • Dentistry • Pre-Dental • Food & Nutrition • Nursing • Healthcare Assistant • Social Work • Psychology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Native Hawaiian Health Scholarship Program supports Native Hawaiian students in health professions, offering funding and service requirements.
Deadline:
March 14, 2025
Doctoral Grant
Medicine • Mental Health • Music • Science • Psychology • Graduate Students
The Doctoral Grant offers $2,500 to Sigma Alpha Iota members in doctoral programs, requiring a dissertation abstract and recommendation letters.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
TMCF | ServiceNow HBCU Scholarship
Accounting • Business (MBA) • Agriculture • Business Administration • Finance • English • Communications • Design/Visual Communications • Digital Communications/Media • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Mathematics • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The TMCF | ServiceNow HBCU Scholarship offers $8,200 for eligible students in various majors. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 27, 2025
TMCF | United Health Foundation Diversity In Health Care Scholarship
Healthcare-Related • Medicine • Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic • Psychology • Dentistry • Social Work • Pharmacy • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Pre-Nursing • Pre-Med • Pre-Dental • Mental Health • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The TMCF | United Health Foundation Scholarship offers $5,000 for HBCU students pursuing health careers. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 27, 2025
TMCF | Cheniere Scholarship
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
William C. Johnson Distinguished Scholarship
English • Literature • Writing • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students
The William C. Johnson Scholarship offers up to $6,000 for English students with a 3.5 GPA and leadership experience. Apply now!
Deadline:
April 7, 2025
Sigma Tau Delta Graduate Scholarships
English • Literature • Writing • Graduate Students
Sigma Tau Delta offers a $4,000 Graduate Scholarship for English-related programs. Applicants must show academic and community service.
Deadline:
April 15, 2025
Zonta Club of Washington, D.C. Undergraduate Scholarship
Washington • 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 • Childcare • Education • Health Education • Teacher Education • Teaching • Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Mathematics • Counseling • Dentistry • Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic • Healthcare Administrative • Healthcare Assistant • Healthcare-Related • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Medicine • Mental Health • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Pharmacy • Pre-Dental • Pre-Med • Pre-Nursing • Psychology • Public Health • Social Work • Veterinary • Accounting • Advertising • Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Economics • Finance • Hospitality • Human Resources • Management • Marketing • Operations Management • Public Relations • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Sports Management • Travel & Tourism • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Biology • Chemistry • Climate Sciences • Energy • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Horticulture • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Music • Physics • Science • For Women • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors
Zonta Club of D.C. offers up to $5,000 scholarships for women pursuing undergraduate degrees with a 3.0 GPA and financial need.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
Howard Hughes Corporation Community Scholarship
New York • Maryland • Texas • Nevada • Hawaii • Human Resources • Communications • Management • English • Literature • Civil Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Finance • Economics • Marketing • Accounting • Digital Communications/Media • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Howard Hughes Corporation Community Scholarship offers $5,000 for residents pursuing specific majors with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
June 13, 2025
Division 56 CHANGE Grant
Psychology • Counseling • Graduate Students • Graduates
The Division 56 CHANGE Grant offers up to $1,866 for projects combating systemic racism and discrimination. Apply with an essay.
Deadline:
October 9, 2025
APF/Division 54 Lizette Peterson-Homer Injury Prevention Grant
Psychology • Graduate Students
The APF/Division 54 Grant offers $5,000 for research on preventing injuries in youth. Open to students and faculty at accredited universities.
Deadline:
October 14, 2025
Louis Pelzer Memorial Award
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
ALSC Bound to Stay Bound Books Scholarship
Information Sciences • Literature • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • High school
The BTSB Scholarship offers $8,000 for individuals pursuing an MLS or advanced degree in library services for children.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
APALA Scholarship
Information Sciences • Literature • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • Graduate Students
The APALA Scholarship offers $2,000 to Asian or Pacific students in library science master's or doctoral programs. Membership required.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Minoru Yasui Memorial Scholarship
Sociology • Law • Education • Graduate Students
The Minoru Yasui Memorial Scholarship supports JACL members pursuing graduate studies in human rights, civil rights, sociology, law, or education.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Pi Gamma Mu Scholarship
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
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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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