Republican Party Scholarships
Offers from the Party of Lincoln
Considered one of the two major political parties in the United States of America, the Republican Party was founded in 1854. Today, some still refer to the Republican Party as 'the party of Lincoln' in honor and remembrance of Republican president, Abraham Lincoln.
Below are a list of a few of the scholarships sponsored by the Republican Party. Some require Republican membership and some do not.
Scholarships and Internships
National Federation of Republican WomenSeveral scholarships and internships are available from the National Federation of Republican Women. Each has its own criteria, deadlines, and award amount:
- The National Pathfinder Scholarship. This one-time award is for all undergraduate and graduate students. Three awards in the amount of $2,500 each are given annually. The application is in PDF format and may be downloaded from the National Federation of Republican Women website.
- The Betty Rendel Scholarship. Undergraduates majoring in Political Science, Government, or Economics may apply for this $1,000 award. The scholarship is awarded annually to three students. Any undergraduate student nationwide whom has completed at least 2 years of school may apply.
- The Dorothy Andrews Kabis Memorial Internship. Any undergraduate student aged 21 or older may apply for this internship opportunity at National Headquarters located in Alexandria, Virginia. Each recipient will receive housing, round-trip airfare, and a small monetary award. All applicants must have sufficient clerical skills to work in a busy office setting, as well as have knowledge of the workings of the government and an interest in politics. Campaign experience is required, as well.
The President Ronald Reagan California Federation of Republican Women Scholarship is awarded annually to a registered Republican undergraduate woman whom is a resident of California. All applicants must have completed at least 2 years of their schooling and be majoring in political science, communication, or law. The $1,000 award may be applied for at the California Federation of Republican Women website. Three letters of recommendation, a California Federation of Republican Women certification, and the most recent official transcript of their education must accompany all applications.
Scholarship for Republican Women in KansasThe Kansas Federation of Republican Women Scholarship is available to registered Republican women who are also undergraduates attending any college or university in Kansas. All applicants must be majoring in political science, public administration, or history and have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA. Involvement in extracurricular activities must be demonstrated, and a 750-word essay must be submitted with all applications. Please contact the Greater Salina Community Foundation for more information or to apply.
Ronald Reagan Youth AwardBaltimore County Republican Central Committee gives an annual award to high school seniors who have made a difference in their community. The Ronald Reagan Youth Award is given annually to 5 students in living in Baltimore county or attending Baltimore county schools in the amount of $500 each. Applicants must be able to show a record of meaningful service to their community as well as submit a 500-word essay regarding activism. In addition to the monetary award, recipients of this scholarship will also receive a certificate from the State of Maryland.
Scholarships for Warren High School SeniorsBruins Republicans of UCLA is the campus organization for Republicans. They sponsor an annual scholarship program for graduating high school seniors at Warren High School. The Scholarship for a Better America accepts applications from students without discrimination for political affiliation or belief. To apply or find out more information, please contact the Bruins Republican directly.
