Top 38 Public Policy and Administration Scholarships in July 2024

The NSHSS Foundation Business & Public Policy Scholarship is for graduating high school seniors or rising college freshmen majoring in business, finance, economics, or public policy-related fields. Each year, it awards $1,000 to one (1) such student due to a belief in the importance of the role of economic and political factors in public decision-making and policy formulation, microeconomic analysis of policy issues, resource allocation and decision modeling, cost/benefit analysis, statistical methods, and applications to specific public policy topics. If you're a business-oriented graduating high school senior or rising college freshman, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

This “Fulbright-National Science Foundation Distinguished Scholar Award” is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders interested in both conducting research and teaching courses in cybersecurity and critical infrastructure at select Icelandic universities. Selected scholar(s) may conduct research and/or teach a course at the university level or deliver seminars/workshops. Research projects must focus on cybersecurity or critical infrastructure related to any of these areas: (1) pure and applied research, (2) research coordination, (3) transitioning research into practice, (4) workforce, curriculum, and capacity development, (5) enterprise risk management, or (6) law, policy, and international relations. Scholars may also participate in consulting, developing training curricula, and assisting with evaluations. Participating institutions are the University of Iceland, Reykjavik University, and the University of Akureyri. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

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!Show Less

Are you an incoming Carnegie Mellon student program that exemplifies a strong commitment to the improvement of race-related issues in the United States? If so, the Dean's Diversity Fellowships may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the Fellowships award a full tuition scholarship to up to five incoming Carnegie Mellon students. Applicants are also eligible to earn an additional $5,000-$6,000 per academic year by applying for a research assistantship or other part-time work opportunities. Preference for the fellowship will be given to (i) students who have been admitted to the MSPPM program, (ii) students who have demonstrated commitment to working on race-related issues based on affiliation with relevant organizations or work in a relevant field, (iii) students with a major/ minor in gender studies/ theory, (iv) graduates of HBCU’s and HSI’s, (v) students who are first in their family to attend graduate school, and/or (vi) students for whom English is their second language. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Have you applied to Carnegie Mellon University's MSPPM (Master of Public Policy & Management) program? If so, consider applying to the Heinz Fellowships! Each year, the Fellowships award up to five full-tuition scholarships to incoming CMU MSPPM students committed to working in careers focused on serving the public interest including Energy and Environmental Policy, Smart Communities, Urban and Regional Economic Development, International Policy, Social Policy, Data Science for Social Good, and Socially Responsible AI Management. Recipients can also apply for a research assistantship or other part-time work opportunities to earn $5,000-$6,000 per academic year to help with non-tuition expenses. If you're an incoming MSPPM student at Carnegie Mellon University, keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

The Congressional Fellowship on Women & Public Policy is an amazing opportunity for aspiring leaders in public policy formation. The program is tailored to equip fellows with an in-depth understanding of issues from the perspective, experiences, and needs of women. Administered by WCPI, this program is the only graduate-level fellowship program on Capitol Hill that is exclusively focused on women. Apply and take the first step towards becoming a champion for women's rights!Show Less

Wilma Hoyal-Maxine Chilton Memorial Scholarship applicants must complete at least 12 hours with a grade average of "B" or better. Applicants must submit three letters of reference from persons who can testify to their character, aptitude, initiative, and need. Honorably discharged veterans or immediate family members of a veteran will be given preference. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association Scholarship Program is open to current undergraduate students who have completed at least two full semesters of undergraduate coursework at the time of application (24 credit minimum) and graduate students who are pursuing a transportation-related degree. Eligible majors include, but are not limited to, civil engineering, city and regional planning, construction management, public policy or public administration, structural engineering, finance, accounting, information technology, business management, marketing, communications, operations management, and more. Applicants must also plan to be enrolled full-time in the upcoming academic year and hold a minimum 2.5 GPA. At least one award will be allocated to a recipient attending an HBCU, depending upon qualified applicants. If you're a post-secondary student pursuing a transportation-related degree, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The George H. Nofer Scholarship for Law and Public Policy is a fantastic opportunity for full-time graduate students with a moderately-severe to profound hearing loss who use Listening and Spoken Language. This program offers up to three awards of $5,000 each year to those attending an accredited law school or a master's or doctoral program in public policy or public administration. If you're eligible, don't miss out on this chance to further your education and pursue your dreams!Show Less

The Women's Employee Resource Group Scholarship provides financial assistance to graduating high school seniors in the Pacific Gas and Electric Company's (PG&E) service area in California. Students planning to pursue a non-medical science, technology, engineering, mathematics, business, or public policy degree are welcome to apply.Show Less

Are you a college student pursuing a degree in engineering, computer science, or public policy, with a focus on the natural gas industry? If so, the ONE Future Scholarship may be a good opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards $10,000 each to five (5) undergraduates studying engineering, computer science, or public policy, with a focus on the natural gas industry. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Do you (a) plan to pursue a career related to the environment or (b) are a Native American or Alaska Native who plans to pursue a career related to Native American health care or tribal public policy? If so, the Udall Undergraduate Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards $7,000 each to approximately 55 college sophomores and juniors with a passion for leadership, public service, and a commitment to issues related to Native American nations or the environment. Three letters of recommendation that speak to your leadership, public service, and academic achievements are required. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less