Scholarships

Political Science Emerging Scholar

This scholarship was created to support political science majors at UW Oshkosh. Applicant must have a declared political science major with at least 9 credits in political science completed. Applicant must be enrolled in at least 9 credits, have a minimum 3.0 grade-point average and have sophomore or junior standing. Students graduating in the current academic year are not eligible to apply. Applicants must complete their application through Academic Works and also upload a writing sample from a political science course taken. The deadline for application is in early December of each year. Watch for emails from Angelee Hammond for the exact deadline and other scholarship and internship opportunities.

Link to Academic Works: https://uwosh.academicworks.com/

Dr. Charlie Goff Scholarship

Dr. Goff was a Sturgeon Bay native and World War II veteran who received his Ph.D. from Northwestern University and taught in Political Science at UW Oshkosh for over thirty years. This scholarship was endowed to his memory by his sister, to defray costs for students who have an interest in education and the advanced study of Political Science. The award of $1000 will go to someone with junior or senior standing. Preference will be given to those interested in pursuing education or Political Science as a career. The deadline for application is in early December of each year. Watch for emails from Angelee Hammond for the exact deadline and other scholarship and internship opportunities.

Please apply by going to AcademicWorks. It will need you to submit the following:

1. a transcript (it need not be official)
2. Please submit an essay showing your understanding of the political science process and your dedication to the political science profession.