Humanities Scholarships

Find Humanities scholarships for students looking for funding in this field. Compare deadlines, award amounts, GPA requirements, eligibility rules, and application steps before applying.

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McNealy Scholarship

History students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of $2,000 and a Mar 2, 2027 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: History studentsEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

$2,000

Award Amount

Mar 2, 2027

284 days left

None

Requirements

Study in: United States

Mar 2, 2027

284 days left

None

Requirements

$2,000

Award Amount

HumanitiesFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateCACalifornia

Study in: United States

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A. Jung Memorial Graduate Award

English Language and Literature students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of $2,000 and a Mar 2, 2027 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: English Language and Literature studentsEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

$2,000

Award Amount

Mar 2, 2027

284 days left

None

Requirements

Study in: United States

Mar 2, 2027

284 days left

None

Requirements

$2,000

Award Amount

HumanitiesFew RequirementsSingle ParentFinancial NeedGraduateCACalifornia

Study in: United States

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and Louise Wilde Scholarship

History students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of $2,000 and a Mar 2, 2027 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: History studentsEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

$2,000

Award Amount

Mar 2, 2027

284 days left

None

Requirements

Study in: United States

Mar 2, 2027

284 days left

None

Requirements

$2,000

Award Amount

HumanitiesFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateCACalifornia

Study in: United States

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English Rhetoric Essay Award at University of 2026

Business, Management and Marketing students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Partial Funding, CAD 400 and a May 31, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Business, Management and Marketing studentsEffort: MediumSource: Needs check

Partial Funding, CAD 400

Award Amount

May 31, 2026

9 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

Study in: Canada

May 31, 2026

9 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

Partial Funding, CAD 400

Award Amount

Humanities DisabilityFew RequirementsWomenUndergraduateGraduatePhDGPA 3.5+AZGA

Study in: Canada

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Tam and Vannoy Memorial Scholarship

Communication and Journalism students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of $3,000 and a May 29, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Communication and Journalism studentsEffort: MediumSource: Needs check

$3,000

Award Amount

May 29, 2026

7 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

Study in: United States

May 29, 2026

7 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

$3,000

Award Amount

Education Humanities CommunityFew RequirementsWomenMinorityFoster YouthHispanicVeteransFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateTrade SchoolGPA 3.5+MDNHVAWV

Study in: United States

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Nurse Appreciation Scholarship

Biological and Biomedical Sciences students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of $2,500 and a Jul 13, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Biological and Biomedical Sciences studentsEffort: MediumSource: Needs check

$2,500

Award Amount

Non-monetary

Jul 13, 2026

52 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

Study in: United States

Jul 13, 2026

52 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

$2,500

Award Amount

Non-monetary

Arts Education Humanities STEM Medicine SafetyFew RequirementsWomenMinorityDisabilityFoster YouthHispanicVeteransSingle ParentHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduatePhDTrade SchoolNon-monetaryGPA 3.5+CAFLILINKSLAMINHTXWA

Study in: United States

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Miami Brewing Native American Scholarship Award

Business, Management and Marketing students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of award worth $2,500 and a Jul 15, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Business, Management and Marketing studentsEffort: MediumSource: Needs check

award worth $2,500

Award Amount

Direct to student

Jul 15, 2026

54 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

Jul 15, 2026

54 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

award worth $2,500

Award Amount

Direct to student

Education HumanitiesQuick ApplyFew RequirementsWomenMinorityAfrican AmericanDisabilityHispanicNative AmericanHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateCommunity CollegeDirect to studentGPA 2.0+INKYOH

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

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Little Miami Native American Scholarship Award

Business, Management and Marketing students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of $2,500 and a Jul 24, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Business, Management and Marketing studentsEffort: MediumSource: Needs check

$2,500

Award Amount

Jul 24, 2026

63 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

Jul 24, 2026

63 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

$2,500

Award Amount

Education HumanitiesFew RequirementsWomenAfrican AmericanDisabilityFoster YouthHispanicNative AmericanHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGPA 3.5+AZCACOCTDEINKYMDNMOHOKRI

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

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Frank E. Rogers Scholarship for Agricultural Studies

Agriculture and Related Sciences students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of $3,500 and a Mar 15, 2027 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Agriculture and Related Sciences studentsEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

$3,500

Award Amount

Mar 15, 2027

297 days left

None

Requirements

Host: Not specified

Mar 15, 2027

297 days left

None

Requirements

$3,500

Award Amount

HumanitiesFew RequirementsWomenMinorityHispanicFirst-GenerationSingle ParentFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateCAFLGAILMNNYOHPATX

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Frequently asked questions about humanities scholarships

Who can apply for humanities scholarships?

Humanities scholarships may support students studying history, literature, philosophy, languages, writing, religious studies, classics, cultural studies, ethics, or related fields. Some awards are tied to a specific major, while others welcome students whose coursework, research, service, or career goals involve human culture, communication, interpretation, or public understanding. Providers may consider essays, academic work, faculty recommendations, GPA, or financial need.

What should I emphasize in a humanities scholarship essay?

A strong humanities scholarship essay usually explains the questions, texts, histories, languages, or communities that matter to you. Instead of writing only that you enjoy reading or discussion, connect your interests to a project, course, research question, public service goal, or career path. Providers often want to see careful thinking, clear writing, intellectual curiosity, and a reason the award fits your direction.

Can humanities students find scholarships outside their major department?

Yes. Humanities students may qualify for scholarships connected to writing, languages, civic engagement, study abroad, teaching, public service, archives, journalism, museum work, law, or community leadership. Some awards care less about the exact major and more about the skills or goals behind it. Look beyond department pages and check local foundations, professional groups, and broad essay-based awards.