Program Details

Applications for the 2013 History Scholar Award are now closed.

The Gilder Lehrman History Scholar Award recognizes outstanding graduating college seniors who have demonstrated academic and extracurricular excellence in American history or American studies as well as a commitment to public service and community involvement.

Fifteen winners will be selected from candidates across the country. Awardees will attend specially arranged meetings with leading American historians and VIP behind-the-scenes tours of archives. The recipients will be reimbursed for up to $600 for travel expenses to New York, and room and board will be provided during the award weekend.

Eligibility

At the time of application (March 8, 2013) students:

• Must be considered graduating seniors in an accredited college or university in the United States. (Must have already graduated or expect to graduate by the end of the spring semester).
• Must be a history or American studies major with an American history concentration.

All application materials must be received on or before March 8, 2013 (extended deadline). Notifications will be sent out in the first week of April 2013.

Click here to go to the application page.

If you have questions, please consult the History Scholars FAQs first, and then contact us at scholars@gilderlehrman.org or 646-366-9666 if your question has not been answered.

To Apply

Applicants must submit the following materials:

• Academic writing sample of 7–10 pages. The sample can be a paper, an essay, or a thesis chapter.
• Two (2) letters of recommendation from American history or American studies faculty
• Personal Statement: a 500-word academic autobiography describing your interest in American history and how that connects with your involvements in civic life
• Official transcript

* Award is conditional upon successful graduation and coming in-person to be recognized.