Amount: $30,000
Deadline: February 2 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: No
About
The Truman Scholarship is a highly competitive award for college juniors committed to public service. It provides funding for graduate study and leadership development.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.5+
- Junior in college, committed to a career in public service, strong leadership potential.
Required Materials
- Application form
- Essays
- Letters of recommendation
- Transcripts
- Institutional nomination
Timeline
Campus nomination usually in November, national deadline February 2. Finalists interviewed in March/April.
Tips
Start working with your campus scholarship advisor early. Emphasize your public service commitment and leadership experiences.