Undergraduate Scholarships and Grants
2008 Undergraduate Discovery Summer Grants
The Office of Undergraduate Education has created the Undergraduate Discovery Summer Grants program to promote faculty/undergraduate collaboration as students engage in original research, scholarship, and creative work during the summer under the supervision of a faculty member. Penn State undergraduate students from all campuses in all fields of study may apply for a grant. Twenty grants in the amount of $2,500 are available for summer 2008. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Friday, February 8, 2008, to the Office of Undergraduate Education, 417 Old Main.
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The Harry S. Truman Scholarship
The Truman Scholarship recognizes college juniors with exceptional leadership potential who are committed to careers in government, the nonprofit or advocacy sectors, education or elsewhere in the public service. The scholarship provides up to $30,000 in funding for graduate study, leadership training, and fellowship with other students who are committed to making a difference through public service. Sixty to sixty-five scholarships are awarded annually. Applicants should be juniors; juniors who are seniors in credits may apply.
Applications are due February 5, 2008.
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