Top 15 Area/Ethnic Studies Scholarships in June 2026

The King Olav V Norwegian-American Heritage Scholarship aims to celebrate and fund the exploration and study of American and Norwegian heritage. To qualify for the scholarship, applicants may either be (a) any American citizen, age 17 or older, who has demonstrated a keen and sincere interest in Norwegian heritage or (b) any Norwegian citizen, age 17 or older, who has demonstrated an interest in American heritage. While Norwegian applicants must be enrolled in a post-secondary program of study in the United States, American applicants must be enrolled in an accredited educational institution in Norway or a Scandinavian Studies program in the United States. To be considered for the scholarship, interested students must submit a short autobiography, a ~500-word essay, proof of enrollment, a recent transcript, and two (2) letters of recommendation. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a Northwestern University student with an interest in Native American and Indigenous studies? In that case, look no further than the Northwestern University Native American and Indigenous Studies Scholarship! Since the 2023-2024 academic year, this scholarship has been awarded to Northwestern University students who demonstrate an outstanding commitment to Native American and Indigenous issues, as reflected by a demonstrated knowledge of Native American and Indigenous history or culture, and/or a commitment to enhance Native American and Indigenous communities. The amount of the scholarship will be dependent on the level of financial need of the recipient. The scholarship may be renewed for up to three years depending upon the maintenance of satisfactory academic progress. Students who are accepted for admission to Northwestern and have applied for aid will automatically be considered for the Native American and Indigenous Studies Scholarship Keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

Incoming University of Ohio Bobcats - look no further! If you're an Ohio resident and looking to major in a humanities field, you've come to the right place: the Claire O. and Charles J. Ping Cutler Scholars Award may be the perfect opportunity for you. Annually, the program awards a $25,000 renewable scholarship to Ohio residents who have been admitted to humanities majors in the University of Ohio's College of Arts and Sciences or a related HTC (Honors Tutorial College) degree program. The following majors are eligible: English, history, classics and religious studies, modern languages, philosophy, linguistics, women’s, gender, & sexuality studies, and/or African American studies. To be considered for the scholarship, interested students must apply to Ohio University (submit the Common Application) by the Early Action deadline (November 15th). Then, students who meet the eligibility requirements will be sent a supplemental scholarship application. The Claire O. and Charles J. Ping Cutler Scholars Award is just one of the many Ohio resident scholarships and humanities scholarships available on Scholarships360. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply and explore other scholarships you may qualify for. Good luck with your scholarship search!Show Less

The "Fulbright Postdoctoral Award in the Social Sciences" is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders interested in both conducting research and teaching courses in the social sciences at Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales (EHESS) in Paris, France. Cognitive science is also an eligible discipline. The selected recipient will serve as Chair for a duration of 9 to 12 months. To apply, interested individuals should contact the institution to receive a required letter of invitation. If you're a U.S. scholar interested in studying the social sciences or cognitive science at Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales (EHESS), we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Fulbright Postdoctoral Scholarship in Multiple Disciplines (The University of Newcastle) allows postdoctoral candidates to undertake research of importance to the University of Newcastle in New South Wales, Australia. While projects are welcomed in all disciplines, preference may be shown to those relating to the University of Newcastle's four engagement priorities: better/healthier living, connected communities, next generation resources, and growing industries. Such research is important to the bilateral, growing relationship between the United States and Australia. This award will provide scholars with an opportunity to contribute to this relationship and within their area of priority that is relevant to the future of the world. To apply, interested applicants must contact the university to obtain the required letter of invitation, and have completed their Ph.D. in or after January 2022. If you're a Ph.D. or Terminal Degree holder interested in conducting research at The University of Newcastle, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The "Postdoctoral Research Award" is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders interested in carrying out a research, professional, or artistic project at a Canadian university. Eligible topics for projects include environmental studies, Black history in North America, and Indigenous studies. Selected recipients can choose to conduct a research project designated by the host institution, conduct a research project of their choosing, or conduct a professional and/or artistic project. They can also propose any of the listed activities. A list of eligible universities in Canada is available on the scholarship's website. While letters of invitation are optional, applicants are encouraged to contact their preferred host institution to discuss research interests. Interested scholars must submit a Project Statement, a CV or Resume, and two Letters of Recommendation to apply. For more information on the scholarship, keep on reading!Show Less

The "Postdoctoral Scholar Award" is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders interested in both conducting research and assisting faculty and students in the arts, education, humanities, geology, or the social sciences at Taiwanese universities. As part of the research requirement, selected scholars may expect to collaborate with Taiwanese faculty, and present lectures, seminars, and workshops as arranged by the host institution. To apply, interested students should obtain a letter of invitation from their potential host institution. Applicants without an invitation letter may indicate preferred affiliations, but Fulbright Taiwan will arrange and finalize all affiliations in consultation with potential hosts. If you're a doctorate or terminal degree holder wanting to work at an educational institution in Taiwan, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The "Fulbright Bicentennial Chair in American Studies" award is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders interested in both conducting research and teaching courses in American Studies at universities throughout Finland. Selected scholars will be required to teach one survey course per semester to third-year Bachelor's students, as well as teach one seminar per semester in their area of expertise to master's level students. Scholars will also be invited to participate in the program's Ph.D. seminar and in the development of the North American Studies program in general, be encouraged to give occasional guest lectures at other Finnish universities, and be invited to participate in Fulbright Finland Foundation activities as an application reviewer and interviewer. To apply, submit a Project Statement, a CV or Resume, and two Letters of Recommendation. To learn more about the scholarship, keep on reading!Show Less

The "Distinguished Scholar in Humanities and Social Sciences" is open to Ph.D. or Terminal Degree holders looking to conduct research in the Humanities or Social Sciences at the American Studies Center (ASC), University of Warsaw. Candidates are expected to have at least 10 years of teaching experience. Selected scholars will be required to teach one graduate course per semester on a topic of their choosing. They will also be expected to give public lectures, advise graduate students, and generally engage in the academic life of the ASC. Recipients will be granted a monthly allowance of $6,000. An additional monthly allowance of $150 for conference/research/books, as well as one-time payments for travel ($1,500) and relocation ($800), may also be granted. To apply, you must submit a Project Statement, a CV or Resume, and two Letters of Recommendation. For more information on the scholarship, keep on reading!Show Less

The Jim Bourque Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for Canadian Indigenous students pursuing postsecondary education in education, environmental studies, traditional knowledge, or telecommunications. With a one-time award of CAN $1,000, this scholarship is designed to help students achieve their academic goals. To apply, students must submit a 500-word essay outlining their intended program of study and reasons for their choice, along with their most recent transcript, a signed letter of recommendation from a community leader, a statement of financial need, and proof of enrollment or application to a postsecondary institution. Applicants must also provide proof of Canadian Aboriginal descent. The scholarship committee evaluates applicants based on need, relevance of study, achievements, return of investment, and overall presentation of the application. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to further your education and achieve your dreams!Show Less

The Fund for Latino Scholarship primarily aims to encourage and support the recruitment, retention, and promotion of political science students and scholars who study and research Latina/o politics. Thus, each year, the scholarship will award grants to either (a) programs and/or individuals involved in the successful recruitment of promising undergraduate and graduate students and scholars who study and research Latina/o politics or (b) individual undergraduate or graduate students who are participating in discipline-related programs and activities. Political science faculty whose main area of academic focus is Latina/o politics are also eligible to apply to receive grants to be used for teaching, research, or publishing activities. While travel grants and most research grants will be worth $500, applicants may be granted up to $1,000 in "exceptional circumstances." If you're studying or recruiting others into the field of Latina/o political science, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading for more application details.Show Less