The Beth B. Hess Memorial Scholarship

Essay required

Specific majors

Academic

Overview

Each year, the Beth B. Hess Memorial Scholarship provides awards of $3,500 for an advanced sociology Ph.D. student who began their study in a community college or technical school. A student advanced to candidacy (ABD status) in an accredited Ph.D. program in sociology is eligible to apply if they studied at a U.S. two-year college for the equivalent of at least one full academic year that was not part of a high-school dual-enrollment or enrichment program. Students who attended the international equivalent of a U.S. two-year college are also welcome to apply. An essay is required. Sounds perfect to you? Apply!

Status

Coming soon

Deadline

🗓 April 1, 2025

Paid to

🏫 Your school

Website

socwomen.org

What you'll need

Essay

Capture your unique story and ambitions, while writing about the required subject matter.

FAQ

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship?

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