Humanities Scholarships

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Abigail Wright Chamberlin Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $500. Plan to apply by May 18, 2026.

$500

Award Amount

May 18, 2026

18 days left

11 requirements

Requirements

EducationHumanitiesMedicineFew RequirementsHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 3.0+FLFlorida
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Garinger Scholarship for High School and College Students

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

$500

Award Amount

Jun 1, 2026

32 days left

4 requirements

Requirements

HumanitiesFew RequirementsHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolGPA 2.0+KSKansas
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Patrick Crowley Homeless Migrant Student Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 500. Plan to apply by 6/15/2026.

$500

Award Amount

Paid to school

Jun 15, 2026

46 days left

None

Requirements

EducationHumanitiesFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduatePaid to schoolNYNew York
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Robert Apicella Good Samaritan Migrant Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 500. Plan to apply by 6/15/2026.

$500

Award Amount

Paid to school

Jun 15, 2026

46 days left

None

Requirements

EducationHumanitiesFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduatePaid to schoolNYNew York
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Friends of Senator Jack Perry Migrant Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 500. Plan to apply by 6/15/2026.

$500

Award Amount

Paid to school

Jun 15, 2026

46 days left

None

Requirements

EducationHumanitiesFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduatePaid to schoolNYNew York
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Schoorens Social Justice Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $1500. Plan to apply by June 17, 2026.

22 applicants

$1,500

Award Amount

Jun 17, 2026

48 days left

3 requirements

Requirements

EducationHumanitiesCommunityHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolGPA 3.5+CT
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Scholarship

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

$500

Award Amount

Jun 30, 2026

61 days left

None

Requirements

HumanitiesLawBiologySafetyFew RequirementsVeteransFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateGPA 3.0+
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Jerome L. James “Rise” Creative Writing Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $1500. Plan to apply by July 14, 2026.

11 applicants

$1,500

Award Amount

Jul 14, 2026

75 days left

3 requirements

Requirements

ArtsEducationHumanitiesAfrican AmericanNative AmericanHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolGPA 3.5+
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Michael Murphy Memorial Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 500. Plan to apply by 7/15/2026.

$500

Award Amount

Jul 15, 2026

76 days left

None

Requirements

HumanitiesFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateCommunity CollegeFLFlorida

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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.