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Top 15 Humanities Scholarships in September 2023

Written by Will Geiger

Will Geiger is the co-founder of Scholarships360 and has a decade of experience in college admissions and financial aid. He is a former Senior Assistant Director of Admissions at Kenyon College where he personally reviewed 10,000 admissions applications and essays. Will also managed the Kenyon College merit scholarship program and served on the financial aid appeals committee. He has also worked as an Associate Director of College Counseling at a high school in New Haven, Connecticut. Will earned his master’s in education from the University of Pennsylvania and received his undergraduate degree in history from Wake Forest University.

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Updated: September 1st, 2023

Humanities is a college major that encompasses a wide range of disciplines related to human culture, including history, literature, philosophy, religion, art, and language. As a humanities major, you’ll explore the human experience from a wide range of different perspectives and develop critical thinking skills that can be applied to a variety of fields.

If you’re passionate about history, literature, philosophy, or any of the other fields in the humanities, there are plenty of scholarship opportunities out there to help fund your education. Keep on reading to learn more about the top humanities scholarships available to students.

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The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…

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Niche $25,000 No Essay Scholarship
Niche $25,000 No Essay Scholarship

Offered by Niche

1 award worth $25,000
Deadline Sep 27, 2023

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year.

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year.

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year.

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$2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship
$2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship

Offered by Sallie Mae

1 award worth $2,000
Deadline Sep 30, 2023

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for school.

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Grade Level: HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents, DACA

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$25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship
$25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship

Offered by Bold.org

1 award worth $25,000
Deadline Oct 1, 2023

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

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Grade Level: All Grade Levels

Minimum GPA: No GPA requirement

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Study.com Scholarship for Future Teachers
Study.com Scholarship for Future Teachers

Offered by Study.com

1 award worth $1,000
Deadline Nov 1, 2023

The Study.com Scholarship for Future Teachers is open to any student pursuing an undergraduate college degree to become a future teacher. Selection will be based…

The Study.com Scholarship for Future Teachers is open to any student pursuing an undergraduate college degree to become a future teacher. Selection will be based…

The Study.com Scholarship for Future Teachers is open to any student pursuing an undergraduate college degree to become a future teacher. Selection will be based on academic history and extracurricular activities. Financial need will not be considered. Applicants must have a minimum of 30 semesters or 45 quarter hours still to be completed to be eligible. If you're a post-secondary student passionate about teaching, we encourage you to apply!

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Grade Level: High School Senior, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior & Graduate Student

Citizenship: US Citizens

Academic Interest: Education, Special Education, Classics, Literature/English/Writing, Humanities, Art History

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Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships

Offered by Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada

Multiple awards worth $50,000
Deadline Nov 1, 2023

The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships program, named after Major-General Georges P. Vanier, the first francophone Governor General of Canada, helps Canadian institutions attract highly qualified…

The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships program, named after Major-General Georges P. Vanier, the first francophone Governor General of Canada, helps Canadian institutions attract highly qualified…

The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships program, named after Major-General Georges P. Vanier, the first francophone Governor General of Canada, helps Canadian institutions attract highly qualified doctoral students. Candidates must be nominated by a Canadian institution with a quota to host Vanier scholars. Candidates should only seek a nomination from the institution at which they want to study. A complete Vanier CGS application package also includes: two letters of reference, two leadership letters of reference, a research proposal, and project references. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

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Grade Level: Graduate Students

Citizenship: Canadian Citizens

Academic Interest: Humanities, Psychology, Social Science

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Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships
Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships

Offered by Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada

70 awards worth $70,000
Expected deadline September 2024

The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program aims to attract and retain top-tier postdoctoral talent, both nationally and internationally, to develop their leadership potential and to position…

The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program aims to attract and retain top-tier postdoctoral talent, both nationally and internationally, to develop their leadership potential and to position…

The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program aims to attract and retain top-tier postdoctoral talent, both nationally and internationally, to develop their leadership potential and to position them for success as research leaders of tomorrow, positively contributing to Canada's economic, social, and research-based growth through a research-intensive career. Application requirements include the significance of one's research and leadership contributions, a research proposal, a bibliography, an institutional letter of endorsement, and a supervisor's statement. If you have a passion for research and would like to conduct some in Canada, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

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Grade Level: Graduate Students

Citizenship: US Citizens, Canadian Citizens, Other

Academic Interest: Engineering, Humanities, Natural Sciences, Social Science

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Distinguished Scholar in Humanities and Social Sciences at Adam Mickiewicz University
Distinguished Scholar in Humanities and Social Sciences at Adam Mickiewicz University

Offered by Council for International Exchange of Scholars

1 award worth $6,000
Expected deadline September 2024

The "Distinguished Scholar in Humanities and Social Sciences at Adam Mickiewicz University" award is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders looking to conduct research…

The "Distinguished Scholar in Humanities and Social Sciences at Adam Mickiewicz University" award is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders looking to conduct research…

The "Distinguished Scholar in Humanities and Social Sciences at Adam Mickiewicz University" award is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders looking to conduct research and teach courses at the Faculty of English at Adam Mickiewicz University in Poland. Selected scholars will be expected to teach one regular course for undergraduate or graduate students in one of the humanities and social sciences, as well as engage in research/scholarly activities at the institution. This may include giving talks, running workshops, and being available to meet with the researchers for consultation and mentoring. This award is intended for eminent scholars with an excellent record of publications in their respective (humanities and social science) fields, significant teaching experience, and experience mentoring Ph.D. students. To apply, submit a Project Statement, a CV or Resume, and two Letters of Recommendation. For more information on the scholarship, keep on reading!

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Grade Level: Graduate Students

Citizenship: US Citizens

Academic Interest: American Studies, Communications, Education, Literature/English/Writing, Humanities, Social Science, History

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Fulbright Canada Distinguished Research Chairs at Carleton University
Fulbright Canada Distinguished Research Chairs at Carleton University

Offered by Council for International Exchange of Scholars

Multiple awards worth $50,000
Expected deadline September 2024

Fulbright Canada and Carleton University have established dedicated research chairs in support of educational programming and research. This opportunity will allow extraordinary American scholars and…

Fulbright Canada and Carleton University have established dedicated research chairs in support of educational programming and research. This opportunity will allow extraordinary American scholars and…

Fulbright Canada and Carleton University have established dedicated research chairs in support of educational programming and research. This opportunity will allow extraordinary American scholars and top-tier applied researchers to spend one academic year as a visiting research scholar working in a targeted area of academic inquiry. Eligible topics of inquiry include the Arts and Social Sciences, Entrepreneurship and/or Social Innovation, Environmental Science, Society, Policy, and Media. Applicants are encouraged to contact their preferred host institution to discuss research interests. Eligible applicants must have a Ph.D. or other terminal degree, and submit a Project Statement, a CV or Resume, and two Letters of Recommendation. For more information on the scholarship, keep on reading!

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Grade Level: Graduate Students

Citizenship: US Citizens

Academic Interest: Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Humanities, Biology, Neurobiology, Archaeology, Earth Science, Psychology, Public Policy and Administration, Social Science, Anthropology, Economics, Geography, Visual & Performing Arts, Film/Video Production, Art History, Environmental Health, Business, Entrepreneurship, Chemistry

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AMS Doctoral Completion Award
AMS Doctoral Completion Award

Offered by Associated Medical Services Inc.

Multiple awards worth up to $25,000
Expected deadline June 2024

The AMS Doctoral Completion Award is a fantastic opportunity for a humanities or social sciences doctoral student to receive support for their dissertation writing. This…

The AMS Doctoral Completion Award is a fantastic opportunity for a humanities or social sciences doctoral student to receive support for their dissertation writing. This…

The AMS Doctoral Completion Award is a fantastic opportunity for a humanities or social sciences doctoral student to receive support for their dissertation writing. This award is specifically geared towards those writing on a history of medicine/healthcare topic. Administered by the Ontario SPOR Support Unit, the application process requires three (3) letters of support and supporting documents. Apply now to take advantage of this incredible opportunity!

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Grade Level: Graduate Students

Citizenship: Canadian Citizens

Academic Interest: Humanities, Social Services, Healthcare, Medicine

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National Junior Classical League Scholarship
National Junior Classical League Scholarship

Offered by National Junior Classical League

11 awards worth $1,200 - $4,000
Expected deadline June 2024

The National Junior Classical League Scholarships are awarded on the following criteria: (1) financial need; (2) JCL service at local, state, and national levels; (3)…

The National Junior Classical League Scholarships are awarded on the following criteria: (1) financial need; (2) JCL service at local, state, and national levels; (3)…

The National Junior Classical League Scholarships are awarded on the following criteria: (1) financial need; (2) JCL service at local, state, and national levels; (3) academic record; (4) recommendations from teachers, principals, counselors, and other adults. Special consideration will also be given to those applicants who intend to teach Latin, Greek, or the Classical Humanities.

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Grade Level: High School Juniors & Seniors

Citizenship: US Citizens, Canadian Citizens, Other

Academic Interest: Classics, Foreign Languages, Humanities

Other Category: Low Income

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Canada Graduate Scholarships – Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements
Canada Graduate Scholarships – Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements

Offered by Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada

Multiple awards worth up to $6,000
Expected deadline June 2024

The Canada Graduate Scholarships - Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements (CGS-MSFSS) are available to Canadian citizens, permanent residents or Protected Persons under subsection 95(2) of…

The Canada Graduate Scholarships - Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements (CGS-MSFSS) are available to Canadian citizens, permanent residents or Protected Persons under subsection 95(2) of…

The Canada Graduate Scholarships - Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements (CGS-MSFSS) are available to Canadian citizens, permanent residents or Protected Persons under subsection 95(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada) who hold a Canada Graduate Scholarship (CGS) at the master's or doctoral level, or a Vanier CGS at the doctoral level. Applicants must submit a completed application form, research proposal, as well as letters of support from their current research supervisor and host supervisor.

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Grade Level: Graduate Students

Citizenship: Canadian Citizens

Academic Interest: Humanities, Social Science

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Lemmermann Foundation Fellowship Award for Research in Rome (Italy)
Lemmermann Foundation Fellowship Award for Research in Rome (Italy)

Offered by Lemmermann Foundation

Multiple awards worth Varies
Expected deadline May 2024

The Lemmermann Foundation Fellowship Award for Research in Rome (Italy) provides a fantastic opportunity for postgraduate university students to delve into the rich history and…

The Lemmermann Foundation Fellowship Award for Research in Rome (Italy) provides a fantastic opportunity for postgraduate university students to delve into the rich history and…

The Lemmermann Foundation Fellowship Award for Research in Rome (Italy) provides a fantastic opportunity for postgraduate university students to delve into the rich history and culture of Rome. With scholarships of 750 euros per month, recipients can immerse themselves in research concerning Rome and the Roman culture, spanning from the pre-Roman period to the present day. This scholarship is ideal for those in seeking to enrich their knowledge about Rome and gain valuable experiences in a city steeped in history.

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Grade Level: Graduate Students

Citizenship: US Citizens, Canadian Citizens, Other

Academic Interest: Architecture, European Studies, Classics, Humanities, Historic Preservation and Conservation, Museum Studies, Archaeology, Philosophy, Anthropology, Art History, History

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Developmental Disabilities Scholastic Achievement Scholarship for College Students
Developmental Disabilities Scholastic Achievement Scholarship for College Students

Offered by Bethesda Lutheran Communities

Multiple awards worth $3,000
Expected deadline May 2024

The Auxiliary Scholarship Committee is offered to Lutheran students pursuing undergraduate degrees and seminarian and post-graduate students that will prepare them for ministry (such as…

The Auxiliary Scholarship Committee is offered to Lutheran students pursuing undergraduate degrees and seminarian and post-graduate students that will prepare them for ministry (such as…

The Auxiliary Scholarship Committee is offered to Lutheran students pursuing undergraduate degrees and seminarian and post-graduate students that will prepare them for ministry (such as pastor, pre-seminary and deaconess studies, deaconess, director of Christian education, or special-needs teacher), so they will have an opportunity to share Jesus’ love and the Gospel message with people living with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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Grade Level: College Freshman

Citizenship: US Citizens

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Academic Interest: Dental Health/Services, Education, Health Administration, Healthcare, Humanities, Religion, Special Education, Social Services, Therapy/Rehabilitation

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Persons Case Scholarships
Persons Case Scholarships

Offered by Alberta Heritage Scholarship Fund

40 awards worth $2,500
Expected deadline December 2023

The Persons Case Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for those studying in the arts, humanities, and social sciences fields to advance gender equality. This scholarship…

The Persons Case Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for those studying in the arts, humanities, and social sciences fields to advance gender equality. This scholarship…

The Persons Case Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for those studying in the arts, humanities, and social sciences fields to advance gender equality. This scholarship is open to women, men, and gender-diverse individuals who are Canadian citizens, Permanent Residents, or Protected Persons who are residents of or currently residing in Alberta. Undergraduate applicants must be registered (full or part-time) students in an approved Alberta post-secondary institution, while graduate applicants must be Alberta residents who are registered (full or part-time) in a graduate program in Alberta or elsewhere. Indigenous students, racialized students and students living with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. Forty students will be selected to receive a $2,500 scholarship to support their studies. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference in your field!

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Grade Level: College & Graduate Students

Citizenship: Canadian Citizens

Academic Interest: Humanities, Philosophy, Religion, Social Science, Anthropology, Political Science, Visual & Performing Arts, Art History

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Humanities is a college major that encompasses a wide range of disciplines related to human culture, including history, literature, philosophy, religion, art, and language. As a humanities major, you’ll explore the human experience from a wide range of different perspectives and develop critical thinking skills that can be applied to a variety of fields.

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