Humanities Scholarships

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Available Humanities scholarships

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Indian Foods Research Awards for PhD Students in India

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is INR 2,50,000. Plan to apply by 31/10/2016.

$50,000

Award Amount

Non-monetary

31/10/2016

None

Requirements

31/10/2016

None

Requirements

$50,000

Award Amount

Non-monetary

HumanitiesSTEMBiologyFew RequirementsPhDGraduateNon-monetary

Country

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International Furloughing Missionary @ Wheaton College Graduate School

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $40,000. Plan to apply by December 1.

$40,000

Award Amount

Direct to student

Dec 1

None

Requirements

Dec 1

None

Requirements

$40,000

Award Amount

Direct to student

EducationHumanitiesFew RequirementsGraduateDirect to student

For United Arab Emirates

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offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is 12,000 euros/year.

$12,000

Award Amount

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None

Requirements

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None

Requirements

$12,000

Award Amount

ArtsHumanitiesSTEMFew RequirementsInternational StudentsUndergraduate

Country

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National Security Education Program David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $20,000 USD. Plan to apply by February 8.

$20,000

Award Amount

Direct to student

Feb 8

None

Requirements

Feb 8

None

Requirements

$20,000

Award Amount

Direct to student

EducationHumanitiesSTEMDisabilityFew RequirementsHispanicUndergraduateGraduateDirect to studentGPA 2.0+

For United States

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Wien International Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $24,350 USD. Plan to apply by January 1.

$24,350

Award Amount

Jan 1

None

Requirements

Jan 1

None

Requirements

$24,350

Award Amount

ArtsHumanitiesSTEMFew Requirements

For United States

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Queen University Human Rights and Peace Building Summer School

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is 12,000 GBP. Plan to apply by April 16.

$12,000

Award Amount

Apr 16

None

Requirements

Apr 16

None

Requirements

$12,000

Award Amount

EducationHumanitiesLawFew Requirements

For United Kingdom

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Fulbright-Anne Wexler Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is AUD$140,000. Plan to apply by August 1.

$140,000

Award Amount

Direct to student

Aug 1

None

Requirements

Aug 1

None

Requirements

$140,000

Award Amount

Direct to student

EducationHumanitiesSTEMFew RequirementsHigh SchoolGraduateDirect to student

Country

NEW

Freshman Merit Award

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $8,000 - $20,000. Plan to apply by n/a.

$20,000

Award Amount

n/a

None

Requirements

n/a

None

Requirements

$20,000

Award Amount

HumanitiesSTEMBiologyFew RequirementsHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateGPA 3.0+

Country

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Transfer Merit Award

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $8,000-$12,000. Plan to apply by n/a.

$12,000

Award Amount

n/a

None

Requirements

n/a

None

Requirements

$12,000

Award Amount

HumanitiesSTEMBiologyFew RequirementsGPA 2.0+

Country

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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.