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TRUMAN SCHOLARSHIP

The Truman Scholarship seeks future "change agents" who aspire to leadership positions in federal, state, or local governments or in the not-for-profit and education sectors where they can influence public policies and programs. The U.S. Congress established this award in 1975 as a living memorial to the 33rd President of the United States, Harry S. Truman.

 

The Truman Scholarship is not just a source of funding for graduate school, medical school, or law school; it is a lifestyle. The scholarship provides $30,000 for graduate study in any field at an institution of the Scholar's choice, extensive programming and mentorship opportunities, and the ability to apply for additional matching funds with their graduate school partners.

 

Students wishing to compete at the national level for this award must first receive UTEP’s nomination. Interested students must submit their application materials by the UTEP Campus Nomination Deadline and an internal committee will then select the nominees. Please see below for more information.


 

FELLOWSHIP OVERVIEW

This award requires a UTEP nomination. Students wishing to pursue UTEP's nomination to compete at the national level must submit application materials by the Campus Nomination Deadline on December 18, 2023 at 11:59 PM MST

Candidates must be:

  • US Citizens, US National residents of American Samoa, or expecting their citizenship by the date of the award;
  • Currently enrolled at a US-based accredited institution in any major;
  • In their penultimate year of school (for candidates graduating in four years or more) or in their final year of school (for candidates graduating in three years or fewer);
  • Nominated by either their current institution of study or their former institution of study for transfer or community college applicants. Schools are limited to four nominees plus three additional transfer nominations; and,
  • Planning to attend graduate school, medical school, law school, etc. in pursuit of a career in public service. The Foundation encourages time between undergraduate and graduate school, so candidates need not commit to going immediately.

 

A strong candidate for the Truman Scholarship meets the above eligibility requirements and also possesses the following:

  • An extensive record of public and community service,
  • A commitment to careers in government or elsewhere in the public sector,
  • A desire to influence public policies or education programs, and
  • Evidence of outstanding leadership potential and communication skills.

UTEP Office of Student Fellowships and Awards

studentfellowships@utep.edu

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