The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation - Truman Scholarship (Graduate Study)

Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation

Amount: $30,000 (for graduate study)
Deadline: February (university nomination deadline)
Level: graduate, phd
Renewable: No

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About

The Truman Scholarship supports college juniors who aspire to careers in public service. While primarily for undergraduate nomination, the $30,000 award is for graduate study, including doctoral programs.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 3.5+
  • College juniors committed to a career in public service

Required Materials

  • Application form
  • Essays
  • Policy Proposal
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Transcripts

Timeline

University nominations in December. National deadline in February. Notifications in April.

Tips

Demonstrate a strong commitment to public service and leadership. Develop a compelling policy proposal and articulate your future impact.