Scholarships
Click on the scholarships below for more information, including important application deadlines. Email us at iss@msu.edu if you have any questions.
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Fayyaz Hussain Scholarship for IDS and GLIS Freshmen and Sophomores
Dr. Fayyaz Hussain has sponsored a scholarship for freshmen and sophomore students majoring in Interdisciplinary Studies in Social Science (IDS) and Global and International Studies in Social Science (GLIS).
At least one scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded; the recipient will receive the funds in Fall 2026. Applications will be accepted from January 12 through February 27, 2026.
The Scholarship is intended to encourage students who have demonstrated the following:
- The capacity to achieve educational and professional goals
- The motivation to achieve these goals
- The initiative to seek opportunities to further their progress
Current IDS and GLIS majors with fewer than 56 cumulative credits earned at the start of Spring 2026 are eligible to apply. Applicants must demonstrate high financial need and be Michigan residents. The scholarships are competitive and not all applicants will receive one.
To apply for a Dr. Fayyaz Hussain scholarship, submit an essay (one page maximum) explaining why you chose your major and how this scholarship would further your educational or professional goals. Complete this form to apply: https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3Ks74dt6CCHbIfc
Submission of an application gives the selection committee permission to review the student’s academic and financial aid records. -
A. J. Harris Field Experience Scholarship
A.J. Harris II was a 1965 graduate of the IDS program. He established a scholarship fund for Interdisciplinary Studies in Social Science and Global and International Studies in Social Science majors to help them gain real-world field experience.
If you are planning a field experience in late Spring 2026 or Summer 2026, you are encouraged to apply for this scholarship. The scholarship is available to all students with a first, second, or additional major in IDS or GLIS. Field experiences can include internships, study away, and study abroad programs if they are for credit. If you are not sure if your experience qualifies for this scholarship, discuss it with your academic advisor to be sure.
The application will be open from January 12 until February 27, 2026. You can apply here: https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5z3Zn38ZiQjBurc
The application requires: 1) submission of a current resume or curriculum vitae, 2) a letter of recommendation from someone who can speak to your academic or professional achievements, 3) a one-page essay in which you discuss your hopes for your field experience and how it aligns with your professional goals, and 4) a brief budget that outlines the expenses you will incur through participation in the program.
The scholarships are competitive and not all applicants will receive one. Recipients will be selected based on academic achievement and experiences, relation of program to professional goals, and financial need.
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College of Social Science Scholarships
Check out these additional scholarship opportunities through the College of Social Science!