Humanities Scholarships

Find Humanities scholarships for students looking for funding in this field. Compare deadlines, award amounts, GPA requirements, eligibility rules, and application steps before applying.

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Available Humanities scholarships

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Mackenzie King Traveling Scholarships

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $10,000 Canadian Dollars. Plan to apply by February 1.

$10,000

Award Amount

February 1

None

Requirements

February 1

None

Requirements

$10,000

Award Amount

HumanitiesLawFew RequirementsGraduate

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Olivia James Traveling Fellowship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $25,000 USD. Plan to apply by November 1.

$25,000

Award Amount

Direct to student

November 1

None

Requirements

November 1

None

Requirements

$25,000

Award Amount

Direct to student

ArtsHumanitiesFew RequirementsPhDGraduateDirect to student

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Postdoctoral Fellowship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $30,000 USD. Plan to apply by November 1.

$30,000

Award Amount

November 1

None

Requirements

November 1

None

Requirements

$30,000

Award Amount

ArtsHumanitiesFew RequirementsPhDGraduate

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Post-Doctoral Fellowships In Hellenic Studies

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $17,000 USD/semester. Plan to apply by January 1.

$17,000

Award Amount

January 1

None

Requirements

January 1

None

Requirements

$17,000

Award Amount

HumanitiesFew RequirementsPhDGraduate

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JCB Travel Grants

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $20,000 USD. Plan to apply by Unrestricted.

$20,000

Award Amount

Unrestricted

None

Requirements

Unrestricted

None

Requirements

$20,000

Award Amount

ArtsHumanitiesFew RequirementsHispanic

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Research Grants through

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $15,000-$35,000 USD. Plan to apply by February 1; August 1.

$35,000

Award Amount

February 1; August 1

None

Requirements

February 1; August 1

None

Requirements

$35,000

Award Amount

HumanitiesFew Requirements

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Guggenheim Fellowship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $20,000 USD. Plan to apply by February 15.

$20,000

Award Amount

February 15

None

Requirements

February 15

None

Requirements

$20,000

Award Amount

ArtsHumanitiesFew RequirementsGraduate

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Helen Darcovich Memorial Doctoral Fellowship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $12,000 Canadian Dollars. Plan to apply by March 1.

$12,000

Award Amount

March 1

None

Requirements

March 1

None

Requirements

$12,000

Award Amount

ArtsEducationHumanitiesSTEMLawDisabilityFew RequirementsPhDGraduate

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UICC Yamagiwa-yoshida Memorial International Study Grants

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $10,000 USD. Plan to apply by January 15; July 1.

$10,000

Award Amount

January 15; July 1

None

Requirements

January 15; July 1

None

Requirements

$10,000

Award Amount

HumanitiesSTEMMedicineFew Requirements

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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.