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Learning Through History Scholarship

Funded by
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Jackie Standaert
$500
1 winner$500
Awarded
Application Deadline
Jan 15, 2023
Winners Announced
Feb 15, 2023
Education Level
Undergraduate
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Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
Undergraduate in a two or four-year degree program
Field of Study:
History
Work Status:
Employed
Education Level:
Field of Study:
Work Status:
Undergraduate in a two or four-year degree program
History
Employed

Education is the key to changing the world, and knowing the past is critical to building a better future. 

The history students of today will be vital leaders of tomorrow by knowing how to interpret the past and use it to improve the future. Students who pursue their studies while working have a unique perspective and can learn valuable skills like time management and flexibility alongside their history education.

This scholarship aims to support students who are studying history and balancing their education with other responsibilities. 

Any undergraduate student pursuing a two or four-year degree in history while employed may apply for this scholarship. 

To apply, tell us what era of history you’re passionate about and what lessons from that era we could use today.

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Published August 15, 2022
$500
1 winner$500
Awarded
Application Deadline
Jan 15, 2023
Winners Announced
Feb 15, 2023
Education Level
Undergraduate
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Essay Topic

What era of history are you passionate about and what lessons could we use from this era today?

400–600 words

Winners and Finalists

February 2023

Winners
Ayanna Williams
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
Finalists
Gwyneth Pearson
Southeast Missouri State University
Sikeston, MO
Paige Lane
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
Hannah Scott
Northwest Christian University
Klamath Falls, OR
Addison Metzger
South Dakota State University
Rock Rapids, IA

Winning Application

Ayanna Williams
University of Central FloridaOrlando, FL

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FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Jan 15, 2023. Winners will be announced on Feb 15, 2023.

How will scholarship application information be used?

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What is the scholarship award?

Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.

When will the scholarship winner be chosen? How will they be notified?

The winner will be publicly announced on Feb 15, 2023. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.

How will the scholarship award be paid?

Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.

How will my scholarship application be verified?

Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.

How should I get in touch with questions?

If you have any questions about this scholarship or the Bold.org platform, just email contact@bold.org and we’ll get back to you as quickly as we can.

Does the scholarship have terms and conditions?

Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.

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