The David M. Campbell Scholarship in History

Brief Description

The David M. Campbell Scholarship at California State University East Bay is a highly competitive, merit-based scholarship program designed to support students pursuing a degree in history. This scholarship honors the legacy of Dr. David M. Campbell, a former professor and chair of the history department at CSU East Bay, and aims to empower future historians and leaders.

Host Institution(s)

The David M. Campbell Scholarship is exclusively offered by California State University East Bay, located in Hayward, California. This dynamic institution is dedicated to providing accessible and transformative education to a diverse student body, nurturing academic excellence and civic engagement.

Level/Field of Study

The scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a degree in history. The field of study can range from general history to a specialization in a specific area such as American history, ancient history, world history, or other related fields.

Number of Awards

The David M. Campbell Scholarship is awarded to multiple recipients each year, with the exact number of awards varying depending on the availability of funds. The scholarship committee carefully evaluates each application and selects the most deserving candidates.

Target Group

The scholarship is open to all students, regardless of their nationality or residence. However, preference is given to students who are California residents and have a strong interest in the history of California or the West.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The David M. Campbell Scholarship covers full tuition and fees for the academic year. In addition to financial support, recipients also have the opportunity to attend exclusive events and workshops, receive mentorship from faculty members, and participate in research and internship opportunities.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a graduate student majoring in History.
• If there is not a qualified graduate student, then a junior or senior undergraduate student majoring in History may be considered.
• Demonstrate financial need with a completed FAFSA or Dream Act Application, or by submitting a brief essay (<300 words) demonstrating financial need and how this scholarship will help towards graduation.
• Preference to be given to students focusing on public history, or with plans to pursue a career in public history.
• Special consideration will be given to students who strengthen diversity in professional fields such as librarianship, archival and records management, historical preservation, historical editing, etc.   
• Applicants should discuss in detail their intention and ability to pursue careers and diversity professional communities in these fields.

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Application Instructions

To apply for the David M. Campbell Scholarship, students must submit a completed application form along with the following:
1. A personal statement detailing their academic background and passion for history (500 words maximum).
2. A resume or CV outlining their academic and extracurricular activities.
3. Two letters of recommendation, at least one from a history faculty member.
4. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.

Official Website

For more information about the David M. Campbell Scholarship, including application instructions and deadlines, please visit the official website.