National Awards, Scholarships and Grants

Harry S. Truman Scholarship

The Truman Scholarship Foundation recognizes college juniors with exceptional leadership potential who are committed to careers in government, the non-profit or advocacy sectors, education or elsewhere in the public service. The scholarship, a $30,000 merit-based award, supports graduate study, leadership training and fellowship with other students committed to making a difference through public service.

Applicants must attend an accredited U.S. college or university and be nominated by the institution’s Truman Faculty Representative. Candidates must have extensive records of public and community service, be committed to careers in government or public service and demonstrate outstanding leadership and communication skills. The Foundation awards 75-80 Truman Scholarships from a pool of more than 600 applicants each year. There have been 2,253 Truman Scholars elected since the first awards were made in 1977.

For more information about this program, visit the Truman Scholarship Foundation Web site.

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