Annual award for a Florida graduate student studying public administration and that aspires to a career in city/county government management. Student must attend a Florida-based university or college. Selection based on interest in city/county government administration, career plans, academic achievement, school/community honors and activities, and financial need. The most qualified candidates will be interviewed by a special committee.
DAR Enid Hall Griswold Memorial Scholarship
A $1000 scholarship will be awarded to a student choosing to major in Political Science, History,
Government or Economics.
Broward College
Jane C. Ferris Endowed Scholarship Fund
Jane Ferris created this scholarship in honor of her late husband’s love of the junior college. The scholarship assists political science and pre-law students who demonstrate financial need.
Handleman Family Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in social or political science, international affairs or history. The award is based on an essay contest.
University of West Florida
Donald L. Whitman Memorial Scholarship
A scholarship for students pursuing degree in the political science field meeting UWF admission requirements.
Flagler College
Graydon C. Bosse Memorial Scholarship
For Political Science or Communications
Wetherell Scholarship in Political Science
For Political Science major, merit, and financial need. Established by Dr. & Mrs. T.K. Wetherell.
Georgia College & State University
Richard Russell Green Alumni Scholarship
- Status: freshman to graduate, male or female, (declared) political science major
- Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
- Full-time enrollment for both semesters of the academic year
Georgia Southern University
Bo and Gloria Ginn Scholarship
Criteria: Internship: Available for students who are residents of Georgia and accepted into the Political Science Departments’s internship program. Students must agree to intern with a member of the Georgia Congressional delegation in Washington, D.C.
Senator Paul D. Coverdell Memorial Scholarship (0663)
Criteria: Student must be accepted into the Political Science Department’s internship program and agree to intern with a Georgia member of Congress for a summer internship.
Ron Pye Alumni Scholarship (0653)
Criteria: First preference shall go to a female student in the Political Science Department who is a single mother of a child under the age of 18. Second preference shall go to any female student within the Political Science Department. Third preference shall go to any Political Science major. Student may be at any class level with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0.
John H. Daily Political Science Scholarship (3356)
Criteria: Applicants must be a beginning graduate student, regularly admitted to a graduate program in the Political Science Department, and for whom at least two years have passed since being awarded an undergraduate degree. The award of the scholarship will make a great economic difference between being able or unable to begin graduate school. The student must have high academic credentials.
William Wallace, Jr. and Dr. Lana Wachniak Scholarship (3537)
Criteria: Applicants must be pursuing a degree offered by the Political Science Department in the area of Criminal Justice. Students must be enrolled full time at the time they receive the scholarship, be of junior status and must maintain full time enrollment throughout the award period. Students must remain in good standing with the University and with the college of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences and must maintain a 3.0 GPA. First preference shall be given to female students or minority students. Should all other qualifications be considered equal, financial need will be a deciding factor. Students applying for the scholarship must be of high moral character and must be considered a leader among their peers. Selection will be made without regard to age, race, area of residency, marital status, or religious preference. The scholarship shall be renewable as long as the student continues to meet the established criteria and remains in good academic standing with the University.
Lee and Rebecca Davis Pre-law Scholarship
Criteria: Any student who wishes to pursue a career in law (regardless of major), has an unadjusted GPA of at least 3.5, and has enough credits to qualify for standing as a Junior by the nomination deadline.
Georgia State University
The Mario R. Mion Political Science Honors Scholarship Endowment
Awarded to a student majoring in Political Science with a minimum of a 3.0 gpa who has obtained at least 90 semester hours of college/university study, of which at least 45 semester hours has been earned from Columbus State University. For more information, contact the Political Science Department at (706) 568-2027.
Bailey M. Wade Memorial Scholarship
Annual awards for graduate students enrolled full-time at Georgia State University College of Arts and Sciences. Students must demonstrate academic achievement, financial need, and career goals. Due date, number of awards and award amount may vary.
Appalachian State University
Dr. Edward M. Allen, Jr. Scholarship in Political Science
This scholarship is awarded to a rising junior or senior political science major each spring semester. Criteria include a 3.25+ GPA, at least nine hours of political science course work completed, rising junior or above standing, extracurricular leadership, and financial need.. The award is named after one of the most outstanding teachers in the history of ASU who served in the department for over 25 years.
ASU Local Government Alumni Association
Two scholarships are awarded each year, one at the undergraduate level and one at the graduate level, for students majoring in political science with a concentration in Town, City, County, Management. The recipients are selected by the faculty in public administration in conjunction with the officers of the alumni association. The selections are made in the fall during the Associations annual conference.
Community Foundation of Gaston County
Helen Rhyne Marvin Scholarship
This scholarship has been created by friends of Helen Rhyne Marvin, a former history teacher at Ashley High School and Gaston College and an eight-term senator. It will be awarded to a senior at Ashbrook High School planning to major in history or political science and attend either Gaston College or one of the 16 universities of the UNC system. This award is based on academics, character, and service. The deadline is May 15th. Visit www.gaston.k12.nc.us to download a copy of the application.
North Carolina Central University
Millennium 3 Design Group Scholarship
Scholarship for students in the College of Arts and Sciences or Business from Mecklenburg County, NC., must demonstrate financial need, majoring in History particular African American Studies, Art, Political Science or Business and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
Scholarship support for one student per academic year. Student must have financial need, based the FAFSA. Student must be a Political Science/ Government major
UNC-Greensboro
Annie Moring Alexander Scholarship
Awarded to students majoring in Political Science.
Awarded to a promising senior majoring in Political Science, with preference for a student who is going on to graduate school.
Awarded on the basis of academic achievement.
Mina Weil Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to a junior or senior majoring in a social science. Award rotates among multiple academic departments
UNC Pembroke
Captain Elizabeth Lord Baldwin Endowed Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Elizabeth Lord Baldwin. Ms. Baldwin was a 1986 UNC Pembroke graduate with a B.A. in Political Science. She was an involved and active student. After graduation, Ms. Baldwin excelled in the US Army. The recipient(s) will be a junior and/or senior maintaining a 3.0 or better QPA. A North Carolina resident is preferred. The recipient will be a political science major in the Department of Political Science or a history major in the Department of History. Consideration may be given to an education major who has declared a major in political science or history. Applicants will also have a demonstrated strong work ethic, personal achievement, and be in need of financial assistance
Walter L. Weisberg Memorial Endowed Scholarship in Political Science
The Weisberg scholarship was established by the Weisberg family in memory of Walter L. Weisberg, a professor of Political Science at UNC Pembroke, 1975-1981. Recipients of the scholarship are selected on the basis of academic achievement.
Walter L. Weisberg Memorial Endowed Scholarship in Political Science
The Weisberg scholarship was established by the Weisberg family in memory of Walter L. Weisberg, a professor of Political Science at UNC Pembroke, 1975-1981. Recipients of the scholarship are selected on the basis of academic achievement.
UNC- Wilmington
The Stephanie Fitzgerald David Political Science/Public Administration Scholarship
was created to honor Stephanie Fitzgerald David, who as a career woman, mom, and wife, inspired this endowment. The recipient must have been accepted into the Department of Public and International Affairs, must maintain a GPA of 3.00 to be eligible for award or renewal, and demonstrate a current personal interest and commitment to community affairs, non-profit volunteerism, and community or public service.
The Marla Rice-Evans Political Science Scholarship
was created by Dave Robertson, Mark Griffis and friends to honor Marla Rice-Evans for her efforts to promote academic excellence. The recipient shall have been accepted into the Department of Public and International Affairs with a major in political science and a minor in international affairs and shall have earned at least a 3.50 GPA in at least 6 hours in the international affairs minor curriculum
The J. Rupert Bryan Scholarship
is awarded to a political science major with financial need. Candidates must be able to demonstrate creativity, curiosity, and academic worthiness. Current award is $1200 per year (renewable for four years); amount of future awards are determined by annual market conditions. The Bryan Scholarships were created by his family to honor of his service as a Wilmington City Council member.
The James E. L. Wade Scholarship
in political science and history are awarded based on merit to political science majors who have a B average or above on university coursework, and financial need. Current award is $2000 per year (renewable for four years); amount of future awards are determined by annual market conditions. The Wade Scholarships were created by Mr. Wade, who was an early business leader and former Wilmington mayor.
West Carolina University
The Channing C. Carpenter Scholarship Fund
This endowment was established by friends and family of Dr. Chan Carpenter, who joined the WCU faculty in 1967. Dr. Carpenter taught constitutional law and American government sub-specialties such as the presidency. He was selected SGA’s “Man of the Year” in 1969. Contact the head of the Department of Political Science.
The Charles J. Stevens Scholarship Fund
This endowment was established by friends and family of Dr. Charles Stevens, who taught international politics courses and served as the head of the Department. This scholarship fund provides financial support for a rising junior or senior Political Science major who has demonstrated an interest in international relations. Contact the head of the Department of Political Science.
Legislative Incentives for Future Excellence (LIFE) Scholarships
The LIFE Scholarship is a renewable scholarship for residents of South Carolina who are enrolled full-time. Awards are made automatically; no scholarship application is required.
General Eligibility Requirements
- U.S. Citizen or eligible non-citizen under state residency statues.
- South Carolina resident at the time of high school graduation and during the period of the award.
- Graduated from a South Carolina high school or was a dependent of a parent or guardian who was at the time of the student’s high school graduation a legal resident of South Carolina.
- Full-time undergraduate seeking a first baccalaureate degree.
The HOPE Scholarship is a nonrenewable scholarship for entering freshmen residents of South Carolina who are enrolled full-time. Awards are made automatically; no scholarship application is required.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen under state residency statues.
- Must be a South Carolina resident at the time of high school graduation and during the award period.
- Must have graduated from a South Carolina high school or graduated from a high school outside of South Carolina while a dependent of a parent or legal guardian who is/was a legal resident.
- Must be full-time, first year undergraduate student seeking your first baccalaureate degree.
The Citadel
Annie Wysong Benson-Nana Mae Richer Mizell Scholarship Fund
The Annie Wysong Benson-Nana Mae Richter Mizell Scholarship Fund was initiated in 1982 as the result of contributions from John C. Benson, Citadel Class of 1943, and his wife, Sarah Katharine Benson. The fund is named in honor and memory of their respective mothers. Scholarships are available to average students majoring in Business Administration or Political Science who are active in the framework of The Citadel religious community. In the event a rising junior has three brothers who have graduated from The Citadel or has two brothers graduated and a third brother in the Corps, he would automatically qualify for this award without any reference to the aforementioned stipulations. The first award from this fund was made in 1987.
The Fred J. Carter Scholarship
The Fred J. Carter Scholarship was established in 1994 in memory of Fred J. Carter, Citadel Class of 1967, by his widow, his mother-in-law, his aunt and uncle, and friends. Mr. Carter gave his life in service to his country 5 November 1969, in an F-4 Phantom jet crash in Vietnam. The scholarship is to be awarded to an Air Force ROTC student who is a resident of South Carolina and possesses high standards of leadership, scholarship, and patriotism, in accord with the high standards of The Citadel, with preference given to cadets demonstrating financial need with a major in political science. The first award was made in 1996.
Lander University:
Alumni Departmental Scholarship
This scholarship is provided by the Lander University Alumni Association for students with academic ability and financial need. The 2009-10 student recipient is Mallory Wasik.
The Robbie Barnes Political Science Scholarship
This scholarship honors Roberta J. Barnes’ 75th birthday and was given by the John C. Barnes family. It is awarded to a junior or senior female student majoring in political science with an emphasis in public administration.
The Bill and Emily Bradford Scholarship
This scholarship honors the late J. William and Emily Bradford. The fund was established in 2005 by the Bradfords’ three sons and is designated for a student majoring in political science.
The Caines Political and Social Sciences Scholarship
This scholarship was given by Dr. W. Royce Caines, professor emeritus of economics and former dean of the College of Business and Public Affairs at Lander.
The William Jennings Bryan Dorn Scholarship
This scholarship honors the late William Jennings Brian Dorn. A long-term Member of Congress, Dorn represented Greenwood and the third district of SC in the US House of Representatives from 1947-49 and 1951-74.
The Louise Willing McMullin Scholarship
This scholarship honors Mrs. McMullin and was established in 1995 by Dr. Leo F. McMullin, professor emeritus of political science at Lander. It is awarded to an upper-division student majoring in political science.
This scholarship honors William D. Tinsley, former chairman of the Lander University board of trustees. The fund was established in 1986 as a memorial to Mr. Tinsley by friends and family for a student studying pre-law.
University of South Carolina
This fund will be used to support a series of seminars and lectures, fellowships and internships, administrative functions and other activities related to the John C. West Forum. The expenditures from this fund will be approved by the Forum Director (Cole Blease Graham) in consultation with the Chair of the Department of Political Science and in accordance with general policy and principles set forth by the Forum Advisory Board.
The Patricia Ann Tangney Dumiak Scholarship
Established by Bill and Kathi Tangney, in memory of their daughter, an honors college graduate. The Patricia Ann Taggney Dumiak Scholarship is awarded to a worthy incoming freshman whose major is in the Department of Political Science (International Studies or Political Science). This scholarship is automatically renewed annually for up to 3 years if the student has a 3.5 GPA or higher, is in good
standing with the Honors College and remains a student in the Department of Political Science. No application is necessary beyond the initial Honors College application
Winthrop College
Mary Jeanne Byrd Award For Political & Civic Engagement
The Department of Political Science established the Mary Jeanne Byrd Award to recognize those students whose service to the broader community honors the ideals and spirit of Mary Jeanne Byrd. Byrd’s life was marked by her courageous dedication to the greater social good. Moreover, her career as an educator and activist was marked by historic firsts. Byrd was the first woman to be appointed chair of the Women’s Division American Youth Conference. She was also the first woman member and chair of the South Carolina Insurance Commission and the first woman to be elected president of the South Carolina Political Science Association. Moreover, from 1986 to 1990, Byrd served as chair of the York County Democratic Party. As a professor at Winthrop University, Byrd taught political science for 18 years.
The Mary Jeanne Byrd Award for Political and Civic Engagement will be presented annually to an outstanding undergraduate student majoring in Political Science who, through her or his dedication and commitment to community service, activism, service learning, and/or volunteerism, has enhanced life in the Rock Hill or the greater-Charlotte metropolitan area.
