Ulysses S. Doss Scholarship
College of Arts and Sciences
African-American Studies Program
Apply at the UM Scholarship Portal.
Awarded: Spring Semester
The scholarship is given in honor of African-American Studies founding director, Dr. Ulysses S. Doss, in recognition of his long-time commitment to the program and his impact on several generations of UM Ñý¼§Ö±²¥.
Amount: $1,400
Criteria
Sophomore or junior Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ (as of previous Fall semester) who are majoring or minoring in African-American Studies. Recipients must have financial need, as determined by the Office of Financial Aid need analysis. Preference shall be given to Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ who have performed community service. In the interest of promoting the University's educational interest in attaining a diverse student body, special consideration will be given to Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ from diverse populations.
Application
After logging in and filling out a profile at the UM Scholarship Portal, applicants need submit:
- a one-page, single-spaced statement of what they value about being an African-American Studies student as well as any reference to community services fulfilled
- and one letter of reference from an African-American Studies affiliated faculty member.
The deadline for submissions is April 1st at 5:00 p.m. to Sean Hill.
Announcement of the scholarship recipient will be made by April 30th.
For Other Humanities and Sciences Scholarships and Fellowships, please see our UM Scholarships