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The Truman Scholarship<\/a> is a prestigious US program which awards 55 to 65 scholarships annually to fund students pursuing graduate degrees in public service fields.<\/p>\n

In addition to an exceptional academic record, competitive Truman candidates should already be involved in service at the national and international level.<\/p>\n

A strong Truman applicant will have a CV and personal story that gives evidence to their commitment and action toward becoming an instigator of change.<\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

Truman Scholarship Website<\/a><\/h4>\n

Campus Deadline: December 1, 2025<\/h4>\n

National Deadline: February 3, 2026<\/h4>\n

\n<\/div>\n

Eligibility Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \n
  • In the third year of their undergraduate program<\/li>\n
  • In the top quarter of their class<\/li>\n
  • Committed to a career in public service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Application Process:<\/strong>
    \nTo initiate the UT campus application process for the Truman Scholarship, you must contact URF.<\/em><\/p>\n

    Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n

      \n
    • A series of extended short-answer questions<\/li>\n
    • A detailed description of a policy problem and a reasonable, clearly articulated policy proposal<\/li>\n
    • Three letters of recommendation<\/li>\n
    • Official transcripts and a complete online application<\/li>\n
    • UT letter of endorsement following campus interview and selection as campus nominee<\/li>\n
    • The Truman Scholarship Program requires national interviews for finalists.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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