Harry S Truman Scholarship Foundation

The Truman Foundation inspires new generations of Americans to pursue lives that emulate in spirit that of President Truman’s—to become honorable leaders who serve. The Foundation’s hallmark is the Truman Scholarship, which is the preeminent fellowship for aspiring public service leaders in the United States. With the fellowship, we nurture and support Americans who have demonstrated a commitment to public service at a young age. By the example of Truman Scholars, we look to inspire all Americans to engage in efforts that advance the public good.
The Harry S. Truman Scholarship is an extremely prestigious award; students are nominated by the Idaho State University Truman Representative.
Legal Requirements (must be met)
• At the time I apply, I will be a full-time student pursuing a bachelor’s degree with junior-level academic standing; or, I have senior-level standing in my third year of college enrollment. Note: Students who are already attending graduate school are not eligible for the Truman Scholarship.
• I am a U.S. citizen (or a U.S. national) or I expect to receive my citizenship by the date the Scholarship will be awarded.
Career and Graduate Study Interests
• I hope to be a “change agent,” in time, improving the ways that government agencies, nonprofit organizations, or educational institutions serve the public.
• There are conditions in our society or the environment which trouble me.
• I want to work in government, education, the nonprofit sector, or the public interest/advocacy sector to improve these conditions.
• I am comfortable committing to work in public service for three of the first seven years after I complete a Foundation-funded graduate degree.
• I would like to get a master’s degree, a doctorate, or a professional degree such as a law degree or a Master of Public Administration, Master of Public Health, Master of Social Work, Master of Education, Master of Public Policy, or Master of International Affairs.
For more information about the Truman Scholarship and the nomination process, please go to: https://www.truman.gov/are-you-potential-truman-scholar/
Please contact the Idaho State University Truman Representative for more information about the application process: Dr. Shin Kue Ryu, Assistant Professor, ISU Department of Political Science, ryushin@isu.edu
Deadline: February 6, 2018