Dr. Aura-Lee A. and James Hobbs Pittenger American History Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Daughters of the American Revolution
The Dr. Aura-Lee A. and James Hobbs Pittenger American History Scholarship is a financial award given to high school seniors who plan to undertake an undergraduate degree with a focus on American History and American Government, requiring a minimum of 24 credit hours. To maintain the scholarship, recipients must uphold a GPA of 3.25. The scholarship aims to encourage the study of American history among our most promising students. U.S. citizens living overseas can apply through a Units Overseas Chapter.
The Dr. Aura-Lee A. and James Hobbs Pittenger American History Scholarship provides $2,000 annually for up to four years. The National Chairman conducts an annual review of transcripts for renewal purposes.
Fostering Brighter Futures
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) annually grants several scholarships to students committed to higher education. DAR provides scholarships for students pursuing studies in various fields including history, economics, law, political science, medicine, nursing, occupational and physical therapy, elementary and secondary education, chemistry, math, science, and English.
The following eligibility requirements apply to all scholarship applicants:
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
- Applicants must be attending or have plans to attend an accredited U.S. college or university.
- All multi-year scholarships, usually renewable for up to four years, must be for consecutive years of attendance.
- Awards are granted based on academic achievement, dedication to the field of study, financial need, or other specific scholarship restrictions.
- Awards are deposited with the recipient’s college or university and any unused funds must be returned to the DAR.
- Applicants can only receive one national scholarship from the DAR Scholarship Committee.