Fellowships

Hatton W. Sumners Scholarship

The Scholarship supports qualified students who demonstrate a passion for self-government with up to $15K annually during junior and senior year, as well as numerous professional development experiences (speakers, workshops, internships, etc.). Successful candidates will demonstrate academic excellence, a sense of civic responsibility and the potential for leadership. Apply as a sophomore.

Fellowship website: https://www.sumnersfoundation.org/scholarships/at-large/

Level of study: Undergraduate

General location of study: Domestic

Specific location, if applicable (country and/or institution): Southwestern University

Requires campus endorsement/nomination?: No

Campus application deadline (if applicable): N/A

Final application deadline (check fellowship website for specific yearly date): Varies, usually around early March

General fields of study/professional interests: Humanities, Social Sciences, Public Service; often students majoring in political science, history, education (with desire to teach social studies) are interested. 

Other specific criteria: Must demonstrate passion for civic responsibility. Must have 3.25+ GPA. Must commit to attending several professional development events per year.