Undergraduate Scholarships | The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (2024)

The purpose of this scholarship is to support undergraduate students in the College of Behavioral & Social Sciences who are in good academic standing (GPA 3.0 or greater) and who, without financial support, would be unable to complete their degree.The monetary award for this scholarship is: $1,000 (up to six recipients).

Apply onlinefor the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences Scholarship Fund.

The following materials must be submitted to complete your scholarship application:

1. Transcript(official or unofficial)–Student’s cumulative GPA from the University of Maryland will be considered
2. Resume(1-2 pages)
3. Short Bio(250 words or less)–Include year of study, major, other activities relevant to scholarship and professional activities
4. Short Answer(250 words or less)–How have personal financial challenges impacted your college experience at the University of Maryland?
5. Academic Reference–Name and email of one University of Maryland faculty or staff member who can speak on behalf of your academic performance and candidacy for a scholarship based on the qualifications set forth.(Note: you should request permission to list this person as your reference, but they willnotneed to submit a letter.)
6. Statement of Financial Need–Brief personal statement regarding your financial need, if any, and how a scholarship would benefit you.(Note: you do not need to receive financial aid/assistance to qualify for a scholarship)
7. Financial Aid Awards Statement–This is only required if you receive any form of financial assistance(other scholarships, loans, grants, etc.). Your statement, if applicable, may be viewed by visitinghttp://www.testudo.umd.edu/, clicking on "Financials" (in the left menu bar), then "Show me my Financial Aid Status" (green button), then “Print Your Award Information” (under the “Awards” tab in the top menu bar).

The Gregory F. Ball Award was created in 2015 by Drs. Gregory Ball and Margaret M. McCarthy Ball to support undergraduate students who are enrolled in the College of Behavioral & Social Sciences, and have a demonstrated interest inbiological psychology or neuroscience.The monetary award for this scholarship is: $1,000 (one recipient).

Clickhereto apply online for theGregory F. Ball Scholarship Award.

The following materials must be submitted to complete your scholarship application:

1. Transcript(official or unofficial)–Student’s cumulative GPA from the University of Maryland will be considered
2. Resume(1-2 pages)
3. Short Bio(250 words or less)–Include year of study, major, other activities relevant to scholarship and professional activities
4. Short Answer(250 words or less)–What drives your passion for the field of biological psychology/neuroscience?
5. Academic Reference–Name and email of one University of Maryland faculty or staff member who can speak on behalf of your academic performance and candidacy for a scholarship based on the qualifications set forth.(Note: you should request permission to list this person as your reference, but they willnotneed to submit a letter.)
6. Statement of Financial Need–Brief personal statement regarding your financial need, if any, and how a scholarship would benefit you.(Note: you do not need to receive financial aid/assistance to qualify for a scholarship)
7. Financial Aid Awards Statement–This is only required if you receive any form of financial assistance(other scholarships, loans, grants, etc.). Your statement, if applicable, may be viewed by visitinghttp://www.testudo.umd.edu/, clicking on "Financials" (in the left menu bar), then "Show me my Financial Aid Status" (green button), then “Print Your Award Information” (under the “Awards” tab in the top menu bar).

The Katherine Pedro Beardsley and Robert S. Beardsley Scholarship for Outstanding BSOS Student Leaders was established in September 2003 with a gift from Dr. Katherine Pedro Beardsley. In recognition of College of Behavioral & Social Science student leaders, the former Associate Dean, Dr. Katherine P. Beardsley, along with her husband, established a scholarship award that will acknowledge a College of Behavioral & Social Sciences student who shows strength inacademics, merit and leadership.The monetary award for this scholarship is: $1,500 (two recipients).

Clickhereto apply online for theKatherine Pedro Beardsley and Robert S. Beardsley Scholarship for Outstanding BSOS Student Leaders.

The following materials must be submitted to complete your scholarship application:

1. Transcript(official or unofficial)–Student’s cumulative GPA from the University of Maryland will be considered
2. Resume(1-2 pages)
3. Short Bio(250 words or less)–Include year of study, major, other activities relevant to scholarship and professional activities
4. Short Answer(250 words or less)–How have your leadership skills evolved since starting at the University of Maryland and how have those skills shaped you as a person?
5. Academic Reference–Name and email of one University of Maryland faculty or staff member who can speak on behalf of your academic performance and candidacy for a scholarship based on the qualifications set forth.(Note: you should request permission to list this person as your reference, but they willnotneed to submit a letter.)
6. Statement of Financial Need–Brief personal statement regarding your financial need, if any, and how a scholarship would benefit you.(Note: you do not need to receive financial aid/assistance to qualify for a scholarship)
7. Financial Aid Awards Statement–This is only required if you receive any form of financial assistance(other scholarships, loans, grants, etc.). Your statement, if applicable, may be viewed by visitinghttp://www.testudo.umd.edu/, clicking on "Financials" (in the left menu bar), then "Show me my Financial Aid Status" (green button), then “Print Your Award Information” (under the “Awards” tab in the top menu bar).

The Irv and Micki Goldstein Scholarship was established in December 2002 by Dr. Irwin Goldstein, former dean of the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, and his wife Arlene Goldstein. It provides a scholarship award for arising seniorin the College of Behavioral & Social Sciences who consistently achievesacademic excellencein their studies.The monetary award for this scholarship is: $1,500 (up to four recipients).

Clickhereto apply online fortheIrv and Micki Goldstein Scholarship.

The following materials must be submitted to complete your scholarship application:

1. Transcript(official or unofficial)–Student’s cumulative GPA from the University of Maryland will be considered
2. Resume(1-2 pages)
3. Short Bio(250 words or less)–Include year of study, major, other activities relevant to scholarship and professional activities
4. Short Answer(250 words or less)–As a student at the University of Maryland, what is your proudest academic accomplishment and why?
5. Academic Reference–Name and email of one University of Maryland faculty or staff member who can speak on behalf of your academic performance and candidacy for a scholarship based on the qualifications set forth.(Note: you should request permission to list this person as your reference, but they willnotneed to submit a letter.)
6. Statement of Financial Need–Brief personal statement regarding your financial need, if any, and how a scholarship would benefit you.(Note: you do not need to receive financial aid/assistance to qualify for a scholarship)
7. Financial Aid Awards Statement–This is only required if you receive any form of financial assistance(other scholarships, loans, grants, etc.). Your statement, if applicable, may be viewed by visitinghttp://www.testudo.umd.edu/, clicking on "Financials" (in the left menu bar), then "Show me my Financial Aid Status" (green button), then “Print Your Award Information” (under the “Awards” tab in the top menu bar).

TheHerskowitz Endowed Scholarship was established in 2015 by Jeffery Herskowitz '90 will support scholarships for students enrolled in any major in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences. Preference shall be given to students who have performedat least 100 hours of public service in the prior academic year. Preference will also go to students who have graduated from a high school in Gloucester, Camden or Burlington counties in New Jersey; or from William Penn Charter School.The monetary award for this scholarship is: $1,000 (one recipient).

Click hereto apply online for theHerskowitz Endowed ScholarshipAward.

The following materials must be submitted to complete your scholarship application:

1. Transcript(official or unofficial) – Student’s cumulative GPA from the University of Maryland will be considered
2. Resume(1-2 pages)
3. Short Bio(250 words or less) – Include year of study, major, other activities relevant to scholarship and professional activities
4. Short Answer(250 words or less) –What public service activity have you completed in the last academic year and how has that experience shaped you as a person?
5. Academic Reference– Name and email of one University of Maryland faculty or staff member who can speak on behalf of your academic performance and candidacy for a scholarship based on the qualifications set forth.(Note: you should request permission to list this person as your reference, but they willnotneed to submit a letter.)
6. Statement of Financial Need– Brief personal statement regarding your financial need, if any, and how a scholarship would benefit you. (Note: you do not need to receive financial aid/assistance to qualify for a scholarship)
7. Financial Aid Awards Statement– This is only required if you receive any form of financial assistance (other scholarships, loans, grants, etc.). Your statement, if applicable, may be viewed by visitinghttp://www.testudo.umd.edu/, clicking on "Financials" (in the left menu bar), then "Show me my Financial Aid Status" (green button), then “Print Your Award Information” (under the “Awards” tab in the top menu bar).

TheParichehr Hedayat Missaghi Scholarship was created in 2015 to honorParichehr Hedayat Missaghi - beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and a pillar of her community.This scholarship is intended to provide an annual, merit-based scholarship to acurrent BSOS undergraduate student, with preference given to studentsdevoted to the defense of women's rights.The monetary award for this scholarship is: $750 (one recipient).

Clickhereto apply online for theParichehr Hedayat MissaghiScholarship Award.

The following materials must be submitted to complete your scholarship application:

1. Transcript(official or unofficial)–Student’s cumulative GPA from the University of Maryland will be considered
2. Resume(1-2 pages)
3. Short Bio(250 words or less)–Include year of study, major, other activities relevant to scholarship and professional activities
4. Short Answer(250 words or less)–Please describe how you plan to be a champion for women's equal rights through your education or career.
5. Academic Reference–Name and email of one University of Maryland faculty or staff member who can speak on behalf of your academic performance and candidacy for a scholarship based on the qualifications set forth.(Note: you should request permission to list this person as your reference, but they willnotneed to submit a letter.)
6. Statement of Financial Need–Brief personal statement regarding your financial need, if any, and how a scholarship would benefit you.(Note: you do not need to receive financial aid/assistance to qualify for a scholarship)
7. Financial Aid Awards Statement–This is only required if you receive any form of financial assistance(other scholarships, loans, grants, etc.). Your statement, if applicable, may be viewed by visitinghttp://www.testudo.umd.edu/, clicking on "Financials" (in the left menu bar), then "Show me my Financial Aid Status" (green button), then “Print Your Award Information” (under the “Awards” tab in the top menu bar).

In recognition of Dr. Edward Montgomery,former dean of the College of Behavioral &Social Sciences,the Montgomery Family Endowed Scholarship was established in January 2012 to award a scholarship to a high achievingrising junior,who demonstratesfinancial needandis a resident of either aninner city or a small rural community. Preference shall be given to first generation college students and those who participate in a meaningful extracurricular or non-regular classroom experience.The monetary award for this scholarship is: $1,000 (one recipient).

Clickhereto apply online fortheMontgomery Family Endowed Scholarship.

The following materials must be submitted to complete your scholarship application:

1. Transcript(official or unofficial)–Student’s cumulative GPA from the University of Maryland will be considered
2. Resume(1-2 pages)
3. Short Bio(250 words or less)–Include year of study, major, other activities relevant to scholarship and professional activities
4. Short Answer(250 words or less)–Given your inner city or rural community background, what unique challenges have you faced and how have these challenges shaped your experiences as a student at the University of Maryland?
5. Academic Reference–Name and email of one University of Maryland faculty or staff member who can speak on behalf of your academic performance and candidacy for a scholarship based on the qualifications set forth.(Note: you should request permission to list this person as your reference, but they willnotneed to submit a letter.)
6. Statement of Financial Need–Brief personal statement regarding your financial need, if any, and how a scholarship would benefit you.(Note: you do not need to receive financial aid/assistance to qualify for a scholarship)
7. Financial Aid Awards Statement–This is only required if you receive any form of financial assistance(other scholarships, loans, grants, etc.). Your statement, if applicable, may be viewed by visitinghttp://www.testudo.umd.edu/, clicking on "Financials" (in the left menu bar), then "Show me my Financial Aid Status" (green button), then “Print Your Award Information” (under the “Awards” tab in the top menu bar).

Established in June 1998 in recognition of Professor Murray E. Polakoff, former dean of the College of Behavioral & Social Sciences, the Murray E. Polakoff Scholarship Award provides a scholarship award fora drivenrisingsophom*ore or juniorstudent in the College of Behavioral & Social Sciences who has showncommitment to servingtheir campus and community.The monetary award for this scholarship is: $1,000 (one recipient).

Clickhereto apply online fortheMurray E. PolakoffScholarship Award.

The following materials must be submitted to complete your scholarship application:

1. Transcript(official or unofficial)–Student’s cumulative GPA from the University of Maryland will be considered
2. Resume(1-2 pages)
3. Short Bio(250 words or less)–Include year of study, major, other activities relevant to scholarship and professional activities
4. Short Answer(250 words or less)–How do you think your college education has helped you serve the campus or your home community?
5. Academic Reference–Name and email of one University of Maryland faculty or staff member who can speak on behalf of your academic performance and candidacy for a scholarship based on the qualifications set forth.(Note: you should request permission to list this person as your reference, but they willnotneed to submit a letter.)
6. Statement of Financial Need–Brief personal statement regarding your financial need, if any, and how a scholarship would benefit you.(Note: you do not need to receive financial aid/assistance to qualify for a scholarship)
7. Financial Aid Awards Statement–This is only required if you receive any form of financial assistance(other scholarships, loans, grants, etc.). Your statement, if applicable, may be viewed by visitinghttp://www.testudo.umd.edu/, clicking on "Financials" (in the left menu bar), then "Show me my Financial Aid Status" (green button), then “Print Your Award Information” (under the “Awards” tab in the top menu bar).

The Portogallo Family Endowed Scholarship for BSOS was established in 2016 by The Portogallo Family. It provides a scholarship award for a student in the College of Behavioral & Social Sciences who is fromNassau or Suffolk counties in Long Island, New York.The monetary award for this scholarship is: $3,500 (one recipient).

Clickhereto apply online forThe Portogallo Family Endowed Scholarship for BSOS.

The following materials must be submitted to complete your scholarship application:

1. Transcript(official or unofficial)–Student’s cumulative GPA from the University of Maryland will be considered
2. Resume(1-2 pages)
3. Short Bio(250 words or less)–Include year of study, major, other activities relevant to scholarship and professional activities
4. Short Answer(250 words or less)–As a student at the University of Maryland, what is your proudest academic accomplishment and why?
5. Academic Reference–Name and email of one University of Maryland faculty or staff member who can speak on behalf of your academic performance and candidacy for a scholarship based on the qualifications set forth.(Note: you should request permission to list this person as your reference, but they willnotneed to submit a letter.)
6. Statement of Financial Need–Brief personal statement regarding your financial need, if any, and how a scholarship would benefit you.(Note: you do not need to receive financial aid/assistance to qualify for a scholarship)
7. Financial Aid Awards Statement–This is only required if you receive any form of financial assistance(other scholarships, loans, grants, etc.). Your statement, if applicable, may be viewed by visitinghttp://www.testudo.umd.edu/, clicking on "Financials" (in the left menu bar), then "Show me my Financial Aid Status" (green button), then “Print Your Award Information” (under the “Awards” tab in the top menu bar).

TheBenjamin, Mary, and Maryanne Sharp Endowed Scholarship was established in 2014 by Benjamin C. Sharp M.A. '72, Ph.D. '81 and his wife, Mary. It provides a scholarship award for a student in the College of Behavioral & Social Sciences who isa graduate of a secondary school in Europe, Asia, South America, the Middle East, Africa, or Canada.The monetary award for this scholarship is: $2,000 (one recipient).

Clickhereto apply online forTheBenjamin, Mary, and Maryanne SharpEndowed Scholarship.

The following materials must be submitted to complete your scholarship application:

1. Transcript(official or unofficial)–Student’s cumulative GPA from the University of Maryland will be considered
2. Resume(1-2 pages)
3. Short Bio(250 words or less)–Include year of study, major, other activities relevant to scholarship and professional activities
4. Short Answer(250 words or less)–As a graduate of an international secondary school, what unique experiences or challenges have you faced as a student at the University of Maryland?
5. Academic Reference–Name and email of one University of Maryland faculty or staff member who can speak on behalf of your academic performance and candidacy for a scholarship based on the qualifications set forth.(Note: you should request permission to list this person as your reference, but they willnotneed to submit a letter.)
6. Statement of Financial Need–Brief personal statement regarding your financial need, if any, and how a scholarship would benefit you.(Note: you do not need to receive financial aid/assistance to qualify for a scholarship)
7. Financial Aid Awards Statement–This is only required if you receive any form of financial assistance(other scholarships, loans, grants, etc.). Your statement, if applicable, may be viewed by visitinghttp://www.testudo.umd.edu/, clicking on "Financials" (in the left menu bar), then "Show me my Financial Aid Status" (green button), then “Print Your Award Information” (under the “Awards” tab in the top menu bar).

The Jean & Robert Steele Scholarship Award was established in May 2004 by Dr. Robert E. Steele to supportrising juniors and seniorswho are enrolled in the College of Behavioral & Social Sciences, and are thefirst generationof their family to attend college. These students face unique issues on our campus and the recipient of this award should be a person who, without financial assistance, could not complete their undergraduate studies.The monetary award for this scholarship is: $500 (one recipient).

Clickhereto apply online forthe Jean & Robert Steele Scholarship Award.

The following materials must be submitted to complete your scholarship application:

1. Transcript(official or unofficial)–Student’s cumulative GPA from the University of Maryland will be considered
2. Resume(1-2 pages)
3. Short Bio(250 words or less)–Include year of study, major, other activities relevant to scholarship and professional activities
4. Short Answer(250 words or less)–What unique challenges have you faced being a first generation college student at the University of Maryland and how have these challenges shaped your character?
5. Academic Reference–Name and email of one University of Maryland faculty or staff member who can speak on behalf of your academic performance and candidacy for a scholarship based on the qualifications set forth.(Note: you should request permission to list this person as your reference, but they willnotneed to submit a letter.)
6. Statement of Financial Need–Brief personal statement regarding your financial need, if any, and how a scholarship would benefit you.(Note: you do not need to receive financial aid/assistance to qualify for a scholarship)
7. Financial Aid Awards Statement–This is only required if you receive any form of financial assistance(other scholarships, loans, grants, etc.). Your statement, if applicable, may be viewed by visitinghttp://www.testudo.umd.edu/, clicking on "Financials" (in the left menu bar), then "Show me my Financial Aid Status" (green button), then “Print Your Award Information” (under the “Awards” tab in the top menu bar).

The College of of Behavioral and Social Sciences "Be the Solution" Fundsupports scholarships and awards for academically talented and engaged students. These scholarships are supported, in part, bythegenerous donations of alumni, friends, and parents of the College.

The “Be The Solution” Scholarship is awarded to a select group of rising seniors in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences who have demonstrated outstanding academic accomplishment at Maryland, as well as financial need. Students are nominated for this award by the College. No application materials are required.