College-Wide Scholarships

Dean's Fund. This unrestricted fund allows the College to respond to urgent needs and new opportunities while supporting a number of activities designed to enhance the research and learning environment in the College. Gifts to this fund will be used to address the College's and the Dean's highest priority - student success.

First-Generation College Scholarships. National studies show that these students are twice as likely to leave school before their sophomore year, are more dependent on financial aid and more likely to be employed while attending school. This scholarship is designed to assist with the cost of attending college, allowing them to focus on academics and become involved in campus activities. This scholarship is not yet endowed, but is a priority in the College.

Canadian Studies Scholarship–for students pursuing the Canadian Studies Minor, administered by Dr. Mark Plew, Anthropology.

MLK/Meredyth Burns Endowed Scholarship–open to all students, administered by the Department of Sociology.

Native American Studies Scholarship–open to any Native American student, administered by the Department of Anthropology.

Gender Studies Scholarship–for students pursuing the Gender Studies Minor, administered by Dr. Lisa McLain, Department of History.

Single Parent Scholarship and the McCraw Family Single Parent Scholarship–open to all majors within the college, must be single parent/head of household in addition to other criteria; administered by Dean’s Office, Contact the Dean's Office (208) 426-3776 or at sspadean@boisestate for additional information. Click here to download form.

Ralston Family Scholarship - This endowed scholarship provides support to SSPA majors who are also parents of children. Click here to download form. Contact the Dean's Office (208) 426-3776 or at sspadean@boisestate for additional information. Click here to read about Mike and Jennifer Blair.

James Madison Fellowship Program–for college seniors who are preparing to become secondary school teachers of history, government, and social studies. Contact the Dean's Office (208) 426-3776 or at sspadean@boisestate for additional information.