Thanks to the generous philanthropy of our donors, you are able to extend your opportunities when you apply for a scholarship. Besides the degree specific scholarships available through our school, we encourage you to explore other scholarships available at ASU.
The Lorraine W. Frank Office of National Scholarship Advisement administered by Barrett, The Honors College helps students apply for national and international awards, including the Rhodes, Fulbright, Marshall, and many more. This office assists any Arizona State University student applying for one of these awards, not exclusively students in Barrett, The Honors College.
The Friends of History Scholarship is an annual scholarship awarded to an undergraduate student who has declared a major in history. Consideration is given to academic merit and to the student’s commitment to the field of history.
Declaration of a B.A. in History in the School of Historical, Philosophical & Religious Studies is required for consideration.
Please submit a short essay (250 words maximum) about why you chose history as a major. Please address what kind of impact you hope your studies will have on your life and what kind of impact you hope to have on your community and your world with a degree in history.
This award recognizes an undergraduate or graduate student who has demonstrated sustained excellence in the pursuit of European history.
This annual award recognizes an undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in history with a focus in public history.
Graduate or undergraduate student shall be pursuing an academic degree in history with a focus in public history.
Recipient shall have documented financial need as defined by ASU Financial Aid and Scholarship Services.
Recipient shall have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and resident of the State of Arizona.
Submit a completed application by February 15 deadline.
The Thomas H. Critchlow Scholarship supports undergraduate and graduate students interested in the study of the history of political liberty and economic freedom.
Recipient shall have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.00 on a 4.0 scale.
Applicants should include a resume.
Applicants should include a 600-word analytical essay examining a critical decision that was made by a leader of their choice, and how that decision revealed qualities of good or bad leadership.
Submit a completed application, resume and essay via the ASU Scholarship Portal by October 15 deadline.
The goal of the scholarship is to promote civic responsibility, knowledge of the political process, and future community engagement by the scholarship recipients.
Applicants should include a curriculum vitae.
Applicants should include a 1,200 - 1,500-word argumentative essay examining an event in American history that was most decisive in changing the course of the nation.
Submit a completed application, resume and essay via the ASU Scholarship Portal by March 1 deadline.
The purpose of this scholarship is to encourage undergraduate students and incoming high school students to explore the founding principles and exceptionality of the United States.
Applicants should include a 1,200 - 1,500-word argumentative essay answering the following question: Since its founding, what has been the greatest strength of the United States?
*All amounts are subject to change due to amount of funds available.
The Friends of Philosophy Scholarship is an annual scholarship of $1000 awarded to an undergraduate student who has declared a major in Philosophy or in Morality, Politics, and Law. Consideration will be given to academic merit and to the student’s commitment to the field of philosophy.
Declaration of a B.A. in Philosophy or in Morality, Politics, and Law in the School of Historical, Philosophical & Religious Studies is required for consideration.
Please submit a short essay (250 words maximum) about why you chose to study philosophy. Please address why studying philosophy is important to you and to society.
Recipients shall be full-time, undergraduate students pursuing a major in Department of Philosophy.
Recipients shall have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5.
Preference will be given to applicants who are Arizona residents.
Preference shall be given to applicants who have done community service or volunteer work or have been involved in leadership or campus organizations.
The Douglas G. Arner Academic Freedom Scholarship was established in 2006 to recognize Professor Arner’s passion for academic freedom and career achievements in the field of philosophy. Arner helped found the Department of Philosophy, served as chair of the Department of Philosophy from 1969-1972, and taught at ASU for 28 years. Through the generosity of Dr. Arner’s son John, former students, colleagues and friends, this scholarship endowment creates a legacy that will benefit many generations of undergraduate students majoring in philosophy with scholarship support.
Copy of unofficial current ASU transcript or DARS Report and/or a copy of unofficial transfer transcripts (s), if any, from each school attended, including grades from your most recently completed semester and cumulative GPA.
Essays will be blind reviewed, and therefore should contain no personal identifying information—do not put your name in the document. Please verify that your name is not included in the file properties/metadata.
If you have questions, contact Prof. Peter de Marneffe.
The Friends of Religious Studies Scholarship is an annual scholarship of $1000 awarded to an undergraduate student who has declared a major in religious studies. Consideration will be given to academic merit and to the student’s commitment to the field of religious studies.
Declaration of a B.A. in religious studies in the School of Historical, Philosophical & Religious Studies is required for consideration.
Please submit a short essay (250 words maximum) about why you chose religious studies as a major. Please address why studying religious studies is important to you and to society.
Recipients must be enrolled in the Religious Studies undergraduate degree program.
Recipients shall be full-time students at the sophomore or higher academic level, as defined by the ASU registrar.
The amount available for award is to be used to provide support for academic study in Israel, including a visit and possible internship with a university in Israel. The scholarship is not to be used to fund travel for international students to the United States.
The Donor has a preference for the student to visit and participate in the Arava Institute at Ben-Gurion University in Israel.
Recipient is expected to return to ASU for a minimum of one semester prior to graduation so that they may share the study and travel experience with other students and faculty.
The Warner-Fong Scholarship is an annual scholarship awarded to an incoming freshman or transfer student who has declared a major in Asia Studies. The scholarship is renewable for one year. Consideration is given to academic merit and to the student’s commitment to the field of Asia Studies.
A minimum ABOR high school GPA of 3.00 and declaration of a B.A. in Asia Studies in the School of Historical, Philosophical & Religious Studies is required for consideration.
With your application please submit a short essay (250 words maximum) about why you chose Asia Studies as a major. Please address what kind of impact you hope your studies will have on your life, and what kind of impact you hope to have on your community and your world with a degree in Asia Studies.
Applications must be received by May 15. Funds will be disbursed in the spring.
The prize honors academic excellence in Asian Studies, with special emphasis on Asian history.
Submit a letter of support from a faculty member.
Submit a page-long motivation or cover letter.
Application and materials must be submitted before February 15 deadline.
The purpose of the scholarship is to support travel and study abroad in Laos (and neighboring countries of Southeast Asia) for undergraduate students at Arizona State University. The Sage Family Southeast Asian Studies Scholarship is a tribute to William W. Sage’s interest in and lifelong work in Laos and Southeast Asia and is provided in loving memory and honor of his parents, Lloyd G. and Twyla M. Sage.
Students of all majors are invited to apply. Some prior study of Southeast Asia at ASU is preferred, but not required.
In order to receive funding, the selected recipient must be enrolled as a full-time, undergraduate student at the time of application and have completed at least 56 semester hours or four (4) semesters of study prior to taking up the scholarship.
By signing the application, applicants agree that, if awarded the scholarship, they will: 1) spend at least half of their scholarship-funded trip in Laos; 2) submit, within three months of completing the scholarship, a trip report of approximately six pages (c2,000 words) reflecting on their trip and its lessons; and 3) make at least one public or classroom presentation at ASU about their experiences.
By signing the application, each applicant agrees to: 1) apply for and receive a Passport; 2) abide by the laws of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic and other countries in which they may travel; 3) comply with the Arizona Board of Regents Student Code of Conduct; and 4) enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) recommended by the ASU Study Abroad Office, https://studyabroad.asu.edu/.
Financial need is not required. It is suggested that students inquire at the ASU Financial Aid Office if there is a question as to whether receiving this scholarship will impact their financial aid.
The completed Sage Family Southeast Asian Studies Scholarship application.
The applicant’s name should appear at the top of each page.
A copy of a transcript that includes grades from your most recently completed semester (unofficial copies are acceptable).
Two (2) letters of recommendation from professionals/professors who can attest to the potential for success in academics at ASU and the character of the applicant. Each letter should be written on letterhead stationery and submitted by email to the email address below, with Sage Scholarship on the subject line.
Transcripts and letters of recommendation must also adhere to the deadline of February 15, 2019.