Bulletin of Information - Truman Scholarship Foundation
Details on the Truman Scholarship, including awards up to $30,000, eligibility criteria, nomination procedures, and selection process for public service careers.
Up to $30,000 toward a public service-related graduate degree
Eligibility
Full-time junior-level student pursuing a bachelor's degree; Plans to continue full-time undergraduate study and graduate between Dec 2027 and Aug 2028; Nominated by the Truman Scholarship Faculty Representative; In the upper quarter of their class; United States citizen or national (resident aliens not eligible)
Requirements
Extensive record of public and community service; Outstanding leadership potential and communication skills; Committed to a career in government or public service
Application materials
Nomination Form; Online application
How to apply
Candidates must be nominated by their institution's Truman Faculty Representative.; Faculty Representatives select nominees and submit materials via online process.; Candidates receive email instructions after nomination.