Haley Barbour Scholarship

Candidate must be a full time student pursuing a degree in political science or government and must be at least a junior according to hours. The student must have demonstrated academic achievement by having at least a 3.0 GPA in the Political Science Department. The student must also have the desire to eventually work in the civic or political life of the community and the student must be of good moral character.

Award
Varies
Deadline
03/01/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Applicant Information
    • Address
    • Applicant Name
    • Local Phone #
    • MSU GPA
    • MSU Net ID
    • Political Science GPA
  2. Please tell us about the most influential or informative course you have taken in political science. Why did you find it influential or informative?
  3. Community Service: Please describe any community service activities you have performed.
  4. Leadership Activities: Please list and describe any leadership activities you have been involved with such as student government, athletics, band, or any other organizations.
  5. Public Affairs: Please list and describe any political campaigns, mock conventions, Girls or Boys State, or other public affairs activity you have completed.
  6. Other Activities: Please list any activities or experiences you wish to mention that do not fit in one of the previous categories.
  7. Please tell us about any other scholarships or awards you are receiving
  8. Please list two faculty references within the department of political science
  9. Essay: One definition of politics is 'The art of the possible.' Write an essay of no more than 250 words that describes what this means to you. Provide an example of a political leader who has successfully met this definition, including his/her accomplishments. There is no right or wrong answer, we are looking to assess your thinking and writing skills.
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