Charles Bates Scholarship in the Social Sciences

Who qualifies: Beginning AY2024-25, this scholarship will alternate every other year between aiding undergraduate students (in even years) and graduate students (in odd years).  

For Undergraduate Students

AY2026-2027 - APPLICATION OPEN

This scholarship is available to undergraduate students who are enrolled in the College of Social Science. Preference is given to students who meet the following conditions:

• Students enrolled in the FAME program.
• Students enrolled in the Social Science Scholars program with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and demonstrated financial need.
• Students who have demonstrated academic achievement and financial need.
• Students who have earned the Eagle Scout Award through the Boy Scouts of America and/or served in AmeriCorps VISTA, AmeriCorps NCCC, or AmeriCorps State and National.

For Graduate Students

AY2027-2028
(Not available for Graduate Students in AY 2026-27)

This scholarship is available to graduate students who are enrolled in the College of Social Science. Preference is given to students who meet the following conditions:

• Students who have demonstrated academic achievement and financial need.
• Students who have earned the Eagle Scout Award through the Boy Scouts of America and/or served in AmeriCorps VISTA, AmeriCorps NCCC, or AmeriCorps State and National.

How much: $1,200. Funds may be used to support tuition.

How to apply: Applicants will be asked to write a 1-2 page personal statement indicating the applicant’s academic and career goals AND the ways in which the applicant meets the criteria for the Charles Bates Scholarship in the Social Sciences.