Hamilton College
Skip Main Navigation
Skip Section Navigation Postgraduate Fellowships Home Award Winners Postgraduate Awards Undergraduate Awards International Student Awards FAQ Resources Planning Ahead
Contact Information
Student Fellowships Coordinator

315-859-4467
315-859-4041 (fax)
Fellowships and Scholarships

Harry S. Truman Scholarship


DESCRIPTION

National award that provides funding towards senior year and for the first three years of graduate study. Designed for students interested in a career in public service (defined very broadly). Although the Truman Foundation does not give preference to law students, students going to law school and interested in a career in public service may apply. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit. Demonstrated high level of academic achievement characterize the winners.

ELIGIBILITY

Juniors who have extensive record of public and community service; are committed to careers in public service. Must be US citizen or US national

DURATION

Funding towards senior year and up to three years of graduate studies.

DEADLINE

Mid-December.

AMOUNT

$3,000 for the senior year and up to $27,000 for the first three years of graduate studies.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications are submitted to a faculty committee who may nominate three students (sometimes four.) The official web site contains more information.

Truman Scholarship Winners