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Truman Scholars


The Truman Scholarship Foundation was established by Congress in 1975 as the federal memorial to President Harry S. Truman. The Foundation awards scholarships for college students to attend graduate school in preparation for careers in government or elsewhere in public service. The first scholarships were awarded in the 1977-78 academic year.

Truman Scholars receive up to $30,000 for graduate study. Scholars also receive priority admission and supplemental financial aid at some premier graduate institutions, leadership training, career and graduate school counseling, and special internship opportunities within the federal government. Approximately 60 awards are made annually.


1977 Carla Ford
1985 Benjamin Rabinowitz
2017 Eleanore Denegre
2018 Ashlee Fox

Also see the distinctions page.