William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship for Minorities

The Nonprofit Sector Research Fund, a grant making program of the Aspen Institute in Washington, DC, annually offers the William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship. The scholarship, which is based on academic excellence and need, is open to both undergraduate and graduate students who are members of minority groups. The Hearst Scholar serves as a summer intern with the Fund. Through this program, the Fund seeks to introduce a diverse group of students to issues relating to philanthropy, voluntarism, and nonprofit organizations. Recipients may arrange with their colleges or universities to receive academic credit for this experience. A scholarship grant of between $2,500 and $5,000 will be awarded, depending on the recipient's educational level, financial need, and time commitment.

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Requirements:

The ideal candidate for this scholarship is a highly motivated continuing graduate or undergraduate student from an underrepresented community. She or he should have an excellent academic record and also have the following:

1. Outstanding research skills;
2. A background in the social sciences or humanities;
3. Excellent writing and communication skills;
4. Demonstrated financial need; and
5. American citizenship

The student must be able to intern for 10-12 weeks full-time during the summer at the Washington, DC office of the Aspen Institute. All travel and housing costs must be covered by the student.

Application Procedure:

There is no application form for this scholarship. A letter of interest, resume, transcript, a letter from the appropriate college or university financial aid officer certifying demonstrated financial need, and two letters of reference should be sent to:

Erin Taber, Program Coordinator
The Aspen Institute
One Dupont Circle, Suite 700
Washington, DC, 20036
hearstinfo@aspeninstitute.org

Selection Process:

A committee of the Fund's governing Council will select the recipient based on the above requirements.

Prior to application, please notify George Lensing, Director, Office of Distinguished Scholarships, 207 Graham Memorial Hall, or email.