On this page:
- Undergraduate Scholarships
- Graduate Scholarships
In this section you will find lists of scholarships with brief descriptions, so that you can get a sense of what you might be eligible for and interested in. If you would like more detailed information, click on the link to the individual scholarship website. If you would like to discuss any of these opportunities further, contact the University Honors Program.
Undergraduate Scholarships
Study in the U.S.
| Program Name | Brief Description | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen Scholars | Provides opportunities for students to participate in undergraduate summer research in science and biotechnology at host universities across the U.S. Visit the website | Early Feb. 2017 | Varies, but includes a research stipend, travel reimbursement, and on-campus housing or an off-campus housing allowance. |
| Truman Scholarship | Awarded to undergraduate students, who wish financial support to attend graduate or professional school in preparation for careers in government, the non-profit sector or elsewhere in public service. Visit the website | Feb. 7, 2017 (Campus deadline Dec. 2016) | $30,000 |
| Morris K. Udall Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships | For college sophomores and juniors for leadership, public service, and committment to issues related to American Indian nations or to the environment. Visit the website | Early Mar. 15, 2017 (Campus deadline Feb. 2017) | Up to $7,000, or the cost of tuition, fees, books, and room and board, whichever is less. |
| Alpha Lambda Delta Jo Anne Trow Undergraduate Scholarships | For undergraduate members of Alpha Lamda Delta that have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. Visit the website | Apr. 3, 2017 | $1,000 - $6,000 |
| Phi Kappa Phi Literacy Initiative Grants | Available to Phi Kappa Phi chapters and individual members to fund ongoing literacy projects or to create new initiatives. Visit the website | Apr. 1, 2017 | Up to $2,500 |
| Columbus Foundation Student Scholarships | 200 Scholarships available for students from the Columbus area. Visit the website | Varies | Varies |
Study Abroad
| Program Name | Brief Description | Application Deadline | Approximate Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshall Scholarships | For study towards a graduate degree (must already have undergraduate degree) at a UK institution in any field of study. Scholarship is held for two years. A limited number of one-year scholarships are available for the 2016 process. Visit the website | Oct. 3, 2016 (Campus deadline Aug. 2016) | Tuition, fees, living expenses, book and travel grants. |
| Alpha Lambda Delta James G. Stemler Study Abroad Scholarship | To offset the expense of studies abroad for eligible members of Alpha Lambda Delta National Honor Society. Visit the website | Feb. 15, 2017 | $1,000 or $2,000 |
| David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships | For undergraduate study abroad in non-Western countries; related to national security. Visit the website | Feb. 9, 2017 (Campus deadline Jan. 2017) | Up to $10,000 for one semester, $20,000 for a full academic year. |
| Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships | For undergraduate study abroad for U.S. students traditionally underrepresented in study abroad programs. Visit the website | Oct. 4, 2016 | Up to $5,000, depending on length of study. |
| Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grants | To recognize and assist undergraduates as they seek knowledge abroad. Visit the website |
Session A - |
$1,000 |
| Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS): Student Internship Award | Recognizes undergraduates who demonstrate strong potential for leadership in the fields of international affairs. Visit the website | Varies | Varies based on need. |
Graduate Scholarships
Study in the U.S.
| Program Name | Brief Description | Application Deadline | Approximate Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hertz | For doctoral studies in the natural sciences. Visit the website |
Oct. 28, 2016 |
$32,000 or $38,000 / 9 month personal stipend and tuition and fees. |
| Ford Foundation Fellowship Program | The Foundation sponsors three graduate diversity fellowship programs --predoctoral, dissertation, and postdoctoral -- through the National Research Council. Visit the website |
Nov. 2016 |
Varies; may include a $24,000-$45,000 stipend and expenses for Conference of Ford Fellows. |
| Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans | For up to two years of graduate study in the US. Applicants must be “new Americans” (resident alien, naturalized citizen, or both parents naturalized citizens). Visit the website |
Nov. 1, 2016 |
½ tuition up to $20,000 and a $25,0000 stipend support. |
| GEM Fellowship | For students of underrepresented minorities pursuing an MS in engineering, or a PhD in engineering or science. Visit the website | Nov. 15, 2016 | Varies: summer work experience, tuition, fees, stipend may be included. |
| Richard M Weaver and Henry Salvatore Fellowships |
For students who are U.S. citizens that are enrolled in a full-time graduate program for academic year 2017-2018. Visit the website |
January 23, 2017 | $5,000 - $15,000 |
| Consortium for Graduate Study in Management | For African-American, Hispanic-American, and Native American students pursuing a master’s degree in business; must study at one of 17 member schools. Visit the website |
Early application deadline Oct. 15, 2016. Traditional application deadline Jan 5, 2017 |
Full tuition and required fees. |
| National Physical Science Consortium | Special emphasis on underrepresented minorities and women pursuing graduate work in the physical sciences. Visit the website |
Dec. 5, 2016 |
Tuition and $20,000 annual stipend. |
| American Association of University Women (AAUW) Career Development Grants | For women who hold a bachelor’s degree and are preparing to advance career, change career, or re-enter the workforce.Visit the website |
Nov. 15, 2016 |
$6,000-$30,000 |
| National Institutes of Health Oxford - Cambridge Scholars Program | An interdisciplinary program designed to train outstanding students in various areas of biomedical research leading to a Doctor of Philosophy degree awarded by the University of Cambridge. Visit the website |
Dec. 1, 2016 |
Full tuition and stipend support for the duration of the program. |
| Howard Hughes Medical Institute Research Training for Medical Students | For students already enrolled in medical school. Visit the website |
Jan. 11, 2017 |
$30,000 stipend |
| Alpha Lambda Delta Graduate Fellowships | For Alpha Lambda Delta members who will be pursuing professional or graduate study at any accredited college or university. Visit the website |
Jan. 31, 2017 |
$3,000 - $7,500 |
| Truman Scholarship | Awarded to undergraduate students, who wish financial support to attend graduate or professional school in preparation for careers in government, the non-profit sector or elsewhere in public service. Visit the website | Feb. 2, 2017 (Campus deadline Dec. 2016) | Up to $30,000 |
| James Madison Fellowships | For MA in American history or political science, MAT with concentration in American constitutional history, American government, political institutions, political theory, or MEd/MA/MS with concentration in above subjects of study. Visit the website |
March 1, 2017 |
Up to $24,000 |
| Golden Key Awards | Chapter-based awards for 1 Junior, 1 Senior, and 1 outstanding member. Contact Pam Davis or visit the WSU chapter website for more information. Golden Key also offers a host of nationally-based scholarships for undergraduate and graduate studies. Visit the website |
Dec. 15, 2016 |
up to $10,000 |
| Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Fellowship | For first year graduate or professional study. Visit the website |
Apr. 15, 2017 (Campus deadline Mar.) |
$5,000 or $15,000 |
| Phi Kappa Phi Love of Learning Awards | For post-baccalaureate studies and/or career development for active Phi Kappa Phi members. Visit the website |
Session A - April 1, 2017 |
Up to $500 |
| National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) | Three-year graduate fellowships for research, teaching, and the application of science, math, or engineering. Women can apply for WENG and WICS awards. Visit the website |
Varies |
Varies |
Study Abroad
| Program Name | Brief Description | Application Deadline | Approximate Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshall Scholarships | For study towards a graduate degree (undergraduate degree required) at a UK institution in any field of study. Each scholarship is held for two years. Visit the website |
Oct. 3, 2016 (Campus deadline Aug.) |
Tuition, fees, living expenses, book and travel grants. |
| Mitchell | 1 year graduate study in Ireland. Visit the website |
Sept. 30, 2016 (Campus deadline Aug.) |
Provides tuition, accommodations, a living expenses stipend, and an international travel stipend. |
| Rhodes | For study at Oxford University; graduate and undergraduate degrees. Visit the website |
Oct. 5, 2016 (Campus deadline Aug.) |
Tuition, fees, maintenance allowance adequate to meet necessary expenses for term-time and vacations. |
| Fulbright | For recent graduates, postgraduate candidates, and developing professionals and artists to conduct career-launching study and research abroad. Visit the website | Varies | Varies |
| Gates | For postgraduate study at Cambridge University. Visit the website |
Oct.12, 2016 |
Tuition, fees, room and board, airfare costs. |
| DAAD | For undergraduates through faculty members to spend time in or conduct research on Germany. Visit the website |
Varies |
Varies |
| Rotary Peace Fellowships | 2 year master’s level degree program in conflict resolution, peace studies, and international relations at one of 7 Rotary centers worldwide. Visit the website |
Varies - Applications for 2017-2018 will be available in mid- Dec., 2016 |
Tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and all internship and field-study expenses. |
