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The Harry S. Truman Scholarship is a national award that provides funding towards senior year and for the first three years of graduate study. Designed for students interested in a career in public service (defined very broadly).

Although the Truman Foundation does not give preference to law students, students going to law school and interested in a career in public service may apply. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit. Demonstrated high level of academic achievement characterize the winners.

Deadline

February

Eligibility

Juniors who have an extensive record of public and community service and are committed to careers in public service. Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national

Duration

Funding towards senior year and up to three years of graduate studies.

Amount

$3,000 for the senior year and up to $27,000 for the first three years of graduate studies.

Selection Process

Applications are submitted to a faculty committee who may nominate three students (sometimes four).

Learn more about the Harry S. Truman Scholarship scholarship

Truman Scholars at Hamilton

Mele Kaneali'i ’27

Concentration: Government

 

Quentin Messer ’26

Concentration: World Politics

 

Dewayne Martin ’24

Concentration: Public Policy

 

Contact

Office / Department Name

Student Fellowships

Contact Name

Melissa Welshans

Director of Student Fellowships

Office Location
Bristol Center

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