Humanities Scholarships

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Term Scholarship at Erie Community College

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 6,000. Plan to apply by 7/17/2026.

$6,000

Award Amount

Jul 17, 2026

78 days left

None

Requirements

HumanitiesSTEMMedicineCommunityFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 3.0+
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Peter A. Famiano Memorial Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $2,500. Plan to apply by May 1, 2026.

$2,500

Award Amount

May 1, 2026

1 day left

3 requirements

Requirements

HumanitiesCommunityFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGPA 2.0+NJNew Jersey
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Ryan T. Herich Memorial Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $10000. Plan to apply by May 1, 2026.

711 applicants

$10,000

Award Amount

May 1, 2026

1 day left

2 requirements

Requirements

EducationHumanitiesSTEMFew RequirementsWomenDisabilityHispanicVeteransNative AmericanHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduatePhDCommunity CollegeGPA 3.5+ARCAFLILLAMNNMNYSCWAWI
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Katie Montgomery Centorbi Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $10000. Plan to apply by April 30, 2026.

6 applicants

$10,000

Award Amount

Apr 30, 2026

today

2 requirements

Requirements

EducationHumanitiesMedicineCommunityFew RequirementsHigh SchoolGPA 3.5+MO
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John Gloucester Memorial Presbyterian Church Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 3,500 - 5,000. Plan to apply by 6/30/2026.

$5,000

Award Amount

Paid to school

Jun 30, 2026

61 days left

None

Requirements

HumanitiesFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateCommunity CollegePaid to schoolGPA 2.5+MA
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Exploratory Travel Award - Spring

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 5,000. Plan to apply by 1/15/2027.

$5,000

Award Amount

Jan 15, 2027

260 days left

None

Requirements

ArtsHumanitiesFew RequirementsHispanicFinancial NeedGraduatePhDGPA 2.0+
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Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $5,000. Plan to apply by June 1, 2026.

$5,000

Award Amount

Jun 1, 2026

32 days left

3 requirements

Requirements

HumanitiesFew RequirementsHispanicHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateGPA 2.5+CACalifornia
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Gilman Montgomery French Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $1,500. Plan to apply by May 1, 2026.

$1,500

Award Amount

May 1, 2026

1 day left

4 requirements

Requirements

HumanitiesFew RequirementsHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateGPA 2.0+SCSouth Carolina

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Frequently asked questions about humanities scholarships

Who can apply for humanities scholarships?
Humanities scholarships may support students studying history, literature, philosophy, languages, writing, religious studies, classics, cultural studies, ethics, or related fields. Some awards are tied to a specific major, while others welcome students whose coursework, research, service, or career goals involve human culture, communication, interpretation, or public understanding. Providers may consider essays, academic work, faculty recommendations, GPA, or financial need.
What should I emphasize in a humanities scholarship essay?
A strong humanities scholarship essay usually explains the questions, texts, histories, languages, or communities that matter to you. Instead of writing only that you enjoy reading or discussion, connect your interests to a project, course, research question, public service goal, or career path. Providers often want to see careful thinking, clear writing, intellectual curiosity, and a reason the award fits your direction.
Can humanities students find scholarships outside their major department?
Yes. Humanities students may qualify for scholarships connected to writing, languages, civic engagement, study abroad, teaching, public service, archives, journalism, museum work, law, or community leadership. Some awards care less about the exact major and more about the skills or goals behind it. Look beyond department pages and check local foundations, professional groups, and broad essay-based awards.