[Histmaj] Scholarships and Support for Winter Quarter

[HISTORY UNDERGRADUATE ADVISORS via Histmaj]

Workshops and Events
Click here to see all our upcoming events.<https://expd.uw.edu/scholarships/events/>

February 27, 2025: General Scholarship Searching and Writing Party (with a focus on Gilman Scholarship)
March 17, 2025: General Scholarship Searching and Writing Party (with a focus on Voyager Scholarship)
March 18, 2025: Graduate Study in the UK: Information Session featuring Durham University

General Scholarships
Seattle Foundation Scholarships<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.seattlefoundation.org/current-scholarship-opportunities/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wGx89-JT8$> | Deadline: Various (Feb. 10 – April 6)
Please check the Seattle Foundation website<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.seattlefoundation.org/current-scholarship-opportunities/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wGx89-JT8$> for their extensive list of scholarships.

Washington Opportunity Baccalaureate Scholarship<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/waopportunityscholarship.org/applicants/baccalaureate__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG68EIT3m$> | Deadline: February 26
Provides up to $22,500 in financial aid, mentorship, and career resources to students pursuing high-demand careers in STEM and health care in Washington state.

  *   Be a Washington state resident. WSOS accepts undocumented students.

  *   Plan/currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in an eligible STEM or health care major 

  *   Have a family income that does not exceed 125% of Washington state median family income.

  *   Complete the  Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)  or  Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA) by the application deadline.

Weber-Riemcke-Schreiner Scholarship<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.wadar.org/education.html__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG5aN-lcj$> | Deadline: March 1
The Weber-Riemcke-Schreiner Scholarship is for full-time students working toward a degree or certificate at any post-secondary program in Washington State. Award amount: $4,000. Applications are handled through www.washboard.org<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.washboard.org/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG_bkukP4$>.

Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities<https://www.washington.edu/undergradresearch/summer/siah/application-info/> | Deadline: March 3
Offers an opportunity for undergraduates to engage in scholarly research with accomplished scholars and peers while earning full-time academic credit.  Open to all students, regardless of citizenship status or class standing. Scholars receive a $7,500 Mary Gates Research Scholarship over Summer A & B terms.


Samvid Scholars Scholarship Program<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/webportalapp.com/sp/samvid_scholars_25__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG8I1UAuQ$> | Deadline: April 14th. 
Samvid Scholars is a merit-based graduate scholarship program whose purpose is to empower mission-driven graduate students, and supports up to $50,000 per year for two years of graduate study. In addition to funding for their graduate program, each Scholar will receive two years of leadership development programming to support them to continue to fulfill their extraordinary potential.

An eligible candidate will:   

  *   Pursue a full-time graduate program of 2 years or longer at a university in the United States, in one of the following eligible programs: MD, MBA, JD, MPP/MPA, MPH, or MS/MA in the social sciences or STEM

  *   Be an incoming first-year graduate student for the 2025-2026 academic year   

  *   Have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.50

  *   Be a U.S. citizen or DACA recipient  

Baldasty & Beam Scholarship for Unpaid Public Sector Internships<http://careers.uw.edu/scholarship-for-unpaid-internships> | Deadline: April 13
The scholarship amount is dependent on unmet financial need – typical awards range from $1,000 – $2,500 total per student. If you are selected for the scholarship, funds received count towards your financial aid eligibility and may impact your UW financial aid award package.
Students must meet the following requirements:

  *   Full-time enrolled undergraduate student at the UW Seattle campus

  *   Returning to campus Autumn quarter – Graduating seniors are not eligible.

  *   Have received an offer for an un/underpaid internship in Summer (June-September)

  *   Underpaid is defined as total compensation under $500 for the summer

UW Alumni Reunion, Class Gifts & Spence Scholarships<http://new.expo.uw.edu/expo/scholarships/reuniongift> | Deadline: April 15

The UW Alumni Reunion, Class Gifts & Spence Scholarships are sponsored by the University of Washington alumni classes of 1954, 1957, and 1962 in honor of their 50th class reunions, the UW 50th Reunion Student Assistance Fund, the UW Class of 1955 Endowment Community Service Award, UW Class of 2016, Impact and Diversity Endowed Scholarship and the Alan R. Spence Transfer Student Support Fund. Most scholarships are open to all student type (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior) and all citizen types (U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, International Visa, Undocumented) are eligible. Award range: $500-$2,000.

Scholarships for Returning Students<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/aauw-seattle.org/what-we-do/college-scholarships__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wGw1HXFY7$> | Deadline: April 15
The Seattle branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will be
awarding $3,000 - $15,000 scholarships. All applicants who meet these criteria are eligible to apply:
·                     At least 24 years of age and have had your college education interrupted
·                     A graduate of a high school in King County, WA
·                     Accepted at (A) a WA public, 4-year college/university, OR (B) a B.A.S. program at Green River College, Highline College, North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, Shoreline Community College, or South Seattle College
o        Please note: These scholarships are aimed at students in the process of returning. Students who have already returned to their students are not eligible.
·                     Do not already have a bachelor’s degree
·                     Plan to enroll at least half time for a full academic year
·                     A U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or DACA recipient.

UW Library Research Award for Undergraduates<https://lib.uw.edu/researchaward/> | Deadline: April 30
·                     Undergraduate students enrolled at any University of Washington campus (Bothell, Seattle, or Tacoma) anytime Spring 2024 – Spring 2025
·                     Projects completed for UW course credit, for the Undergraduate Research Program<http://www.washington.edu/undergradresearch/> (URP), or the Undergraduate Research Symposium<https://www.washington.edu/undergradresearch/symposium/> anytime Spring 2024 – Spring 2025
·                     Projects accepted in any format or medium, including but not limited to written papers, posters, art, websites, or musical compositions. Projects accepted in any language, but reflective essay must be in English
·                     Individual and group projects are eligible.  Each student will be judged individually for group projects.
·                     Cash awards: $250 (Population Health Award), $500 to $1,000.


Public Service-related Opportunities
My School Votes Advisory Fellowship<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/whenweallvote.org/takeaction/schools/fellowship/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG6opZIA1$> | Deadline: February 28
My School Votes Advisory Fellowship is a dynamic leadership program designed to equip changemakers 18 years or older with the skills and tools needed to drive youth voter registration and civic engagement. As a Youth Advisory Fellow, you will lead initiatives, participate in and host community events, and gain hands-on experience in advocacy and organizing.
The program runs from March 25 to November 18, 2025, and fellows receive a $1,000 stipend. More information here<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/whenweallvote.org/takeaction/schools/fellowship/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG6opZIA1$>.


John Lewis Young Leaders Program<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/rfkhumanrights.org/our-impact/education/john-lewis-young-leaders/become-a-fellow/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG_z0r_ai$> | Deadline: February 28

The John Lewis Young Leaders (JLYL) program looks for highly motivated students who are interested in making a career out of organizing work. The Program looks especially for students who come from marginalized backgrounds and are most often targeted by systemic issues that do not afford them the opportunities and resources needed to become human rights advocates. Must graduate on or after May 2026. Apply here<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/rfkhumanrights.org/our-impact/education/john-lewis-young-leaders/become-a-fellow/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!lHFbJ-Vh43YO1vyV0LJYAAF58wRV5SRMCMHQSf2Bg-hA6hhpE1h_wqtrUhkNZ1nwt9bukmDec19kCuR3WQnvAlCP$>.

Common Power - Action Academy<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiuCtUgUhhFOkhjt46R23jlL_W_PupuYLG9sTYDYAOLqHodw/viewform?pli=1__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG-VVSKUq$> | Deadline: March 2025 – limited spots
Action Academy is Common Power<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/commonpower.org/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG6Gdj9MQ$>’s foundational Learn & Earn program that empowers college students with civic engagement and leadership development from mentors. The program offers a unique blend of historical insights, community organizing, and political education.

NBR Bridge to Asia Fellowship<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.nbr.org/bridge-to-asia-fellowship/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG2Pz89pU$> | Deadline: March 9

The NBR Bridge to Asia Fellowship provides exceptional undergraduate and community college students with immersive professional experience in Asia policy and international affairs. Fellows gain hands-on research training, mentorship from leading experts, and opportunities to publish their work while building lasting professional networks.
Through paid summer fellowships in Seattle and Washington, D.C., participants join NBR’s research teams to deepen their understanding of critical policy challenges in the Indo-Pacific region.
Program details:
·                     Total of 4 months (program will start virtually in May and then move to a summer residency in Washington, DC or Seattle)
·                     Only current community college and undergraduate students at the first-year, sophomore, and junior levels are eligible for this fellowship.

Voyager Scholarship<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.obama.org/programs/voyager-scholarship/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG2nALg0S$> | Deadline: April 1
The Voyager Scholarship Program<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.obama.org/programs/voyager-scholarship/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG2nALg0S$> is a two-year leadership development and scholarship program through The Obama Foundation.
Current college Sophomores who plan to enroll full-time in their junior year of study at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States in Fall 2025. Click here for the Scholarship FAQs<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.obama.org/programs/voyager-scholarship/faq/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG0FH1ZCn$>.
Students receive up to $25,000 per year in “last dollar” financial aid for their junior and senior years of college, 10 years of Airbnb travel credit following graduation, the opportunity to connect at an in-person summit during their junior year, and a rich network of leaders and mentors to help them excel.
Sign up for a writing workshop.<https://expd.uw.edu/scholarships/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D179141418>

First Generation Civil Rights Fellowship Program<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.lawyerscommittee.org/firstgen-fellows/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG6W62q3p$> | Deadline: Rolling
The First Generation Civil Rights Fellowship Program, or FirstGEN, is a paid summer program for undergraduate students who are the first in their immediate families to attend college and who intend to pursue careers in social justice. From June 3rd through August 9th, fellows will serve as summer interns with a FirstGEN Fellowship partner: the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil
Rights Under Law, Advancing Justice | AAJC, or the National Immigration Law Center (NILC).

United Nations Intensive Summer Program<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.shu.edu/academics/united-nations-summer-program.html__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG3YaQm2D$> | Deadline: Rolling
The United Nations Intensive Summer Study Program, designed for graduate students, advanced undergraduates, and mid-career professionals, immerses participants in the political dynamics of the United Nations. This week-long program familiarizes students with the inner workings of the UN by bringing them together with distinguished practitioners working in the field of multilateral diplomacy.

Travel-Related Opportunities
Gilman International Scholarship<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.gilmanscholarship.org/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG8qP_i24$> | Deadline: March 6
To be eligible for the Gilman Program, applicants must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of application or provide proof that they will be receiving a Pell Grant during the term of their study abroad program or internship. Award amounts range from $1,000 to $5,000 (with the opportunity to receive a Critical Need Language Award of up to $8,000).

The Going Abroad Scholarship<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.going.com/scholarship__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG_NklSmy$> | Deadline: March 15
The Going Abroad Scholarship is open to any citizen and/or resident of the United States (and its territories and possessions) enrolled full-time at an accredited institution of higher learning. Open to undergraduate and graduate students. Award amount: $1,500.

North American Language and Culture Assistants Program <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.educacionfpydeportes.gob.es/eeuu/convocatorias-programas/convocatorias-eeuu/nalcap.html__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wGzQQEChS$> | Deadline: March 26
American college students and graduates - who are native-like speakers of English - partner with elementary and secondary schools in Spain to bolster language programs, as language assistants (TAs).   Depending on the assigned region, NALCAP recipients receive a monthly stipend of 800 to 1000 euros and medical insurance from either the Ministry of Education of Spain or the regional governments of Spain. Hours of assistant teaching range from 14 to 16 hours per week.

Freeman Awards for Study in Asia<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.iie.org/programs/freeman-asia/apply/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wGwCUQLPW$> | Deadline: April 1

The Freeman-ASIA program is designed to support U.S.-based undergraduates with demonstrated financial need who are planning to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia. The program’s goal is to increase the number of U.S. citizens and permanent residents with first-hand exposure to and understanding of Asia and its peoples and cultures.

Award recipients are required to share their experiences with their home campuses or communities to encourage study abroad by others and fulfill the program’s goal of increasing understanding of Asia in the United States.


Nordic Scholars Leadership Institute Pilot Program<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.nordicscholars.org/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG8IXzInc$> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.nordicscholars.org/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG8IXzInc$>
In partnership with Seattle’s Jane Isakson Lea Foundation, NSLI is launching a transformative leadership education program in Sweden from September 2–12, 2025. This intensive, immersive experience exposes scholars to Nordic models of sustainability, innovation, and collaborative leadership, providing unparalleled access to high-level mentorship, hands-on workshops, and cross-sector engagement with government, industry, and academic leaders.

NSLI seeks outstanding current and recent undergraduate and graduate students across a variety of disciplines who demonstrate:

  *   Leadership potential and ambition
  *   A commitment to sustainability and global impact
  *   Intellectual curiosity and a collaborative mindset

All the best,
Your OMSFA Advising team:
Chetana Acharya<mailto:cacharya at uw.edu>, Olivia Albiero,<mailto:albieroo at uw.edu> Simon Tran<mailto:trans2 at uw.edu> & Robin Chang<mailto:robinc at uw.edu>, UW Seattle undergrads & alumni
Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards (OMSFA)
scholarq at uw.edu<mailto:scholarq at uw.edu>  | Schedule an appointment<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/outlook.office365.com/book/ScholarshipsFellowships@cloud.washington.edu/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!hdNI1R6PNYKJS4JnyNXBD_JbIQXtY03B4hD-pxB7IrVk_ylaCcYmFv1wA-qRRgoERMUu5YHOyPQciKvqaIDlkk8wG4TPpmon$>
Mary Gates Hall, Suite 171, Seattle, WA 98195

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