The Committee on Diversity in the Profession of the Society for Classical Studies sponsors minority undergraduate students to participate in classical studies and archaeology abroad through the Frank M. Snowden Jr. Undergraduate Scholarships. These awards are worth up to $4,500 and are specifically appropriated for Study Abroad programs.
Scholarship Details
- Need-based with consideration to merit
- Funds may only be used for Study Abroad purposes
- Multiple recipients may be chosen each year
Eligibility Criteria
- U.S. or Canadian minority, including those of:
- African descent
- Latinx descent
- Asian descent
- Pacific Islander descent
- Native American descent
- Inuit descent
- Canadian First Peoples descent
- Current undergraduate student
- Financial need
- Academic excellence
- High-quality proposal for participation
Application Process
- Gather all required documents, including:
- The completed application form
- A letter of proposal outlining your Study Abroad plan
- 2 letters of recommendation from faculty or professionals
- Summary of projected Study Abroad budget
- Academic transcripts
- Submit your application and additional materials in advance of the deadline
- Ensure your recommenders have uploaded their letters by the deadline
Renamed in 2020, this scholarship honors Frank M. Snowden, chair of Howard University's Classics Department and widely-celebrated Black classicist.
