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The Harry S. Truman Scholarship
Foundation, established by Congress in honor of the 33rd president,
provides opportunities for outstanding students to prepare for career
in public service. Public service is broadly understood as participation
in government and related public service, and potential leadership ability
is emphasized.
One scholarship is awarded each year
to a resident nominee in each of the 50 states; in addition, 3 0-40 scholars-at-large
may be chosen. Nominees must be full-time students who will be seniors in
the forthcoming academic year. Truman scholars receive up to $3000 for the
senior year of college, and up to $27,000 for graduate school.
The specific major of prospective candidates
is less important than the desire to enter public service. Science majors
interested in public health or the environment, for example, may be competitive
candidates, along with those majoring in the humanities or social sciences.
The candidates will be chosen on the basis of their academic record and
potential for leadership in public service.
DEADLINE: Early November. Begin
preparation in sophomore year for junior year application.
ADDRESS: The Harry S. Truman
Scholarship Foundation, 712 Jackson Place, NW, Washington, D.C. 20006
