If you are a member of PGM, you could qualify to be the recipient of a $2,000 or $1,000 award to attend graduate school.

Pi Gamma Mu's scholarships are intended for first or second year of graduate work in the areas of sociology, anthropology, political science, history, economics, international relations, public administration, criminal justice, law, social work, psychology, and human/cultural geography.

Other interdisciplinary fields will be considered on an individual basis based upon the degree to which the social sciences are an integral component of the overall course of study.  In such cases, applicants should submit a program description outlining requirements and coursework.  Business Administration is specifically excluded from consideration.  No more than three scholarships will be given annually in any one graduate field.

Each application must be accompanied by college transcripts, a statement explaining why the scholarship is desired, a resume, and three letters of recommendation from professors or work supervisors in the field in which the applicant intends to work.  The statement of purpose (i.e., Why do I want to pursue graduate studies in the social sciences?) is quite important.  It should include information about the applicant's commitment to the social sciences, be typed, and have a professional appearance.

Applications must be fully completed and received at the Pi Gamma Mu office in Winfield—or postmarked—no later than January 30.  Transcripts and letters of recommendation are also due at that time.  Applications can be printed from the website and are also included in the October issue of the Pi Gamma Mu Newsletter each year.  Winners will be notified in March, with the grants awarded in September.

Pi Gamma Mu awards a maximum of ten scholarships each year.  Why not be one of the next recipients?