General Questions
Who are Truman Scholars?
They are persons who have been recognized by the Truman Scholarship Foundation as future "change agents." They have the passion, intellect, and leadership potential that in time should enable them to improve the ways that public entities--be they government agencies, nonprofit organizations, public and private primary and secondary schools, or advocacy organizations--serve the public good.
Who is the Faculty Representative at my institution?
How does the Foundation define "public service"?
How many students participate in the competition each year?
Is there a service requirement for the Truman Scholarship?
What is the Truman Scholarship Foundation?
How are the Scholarships distributed among the states and other jurisdictions?
How do I apply for a Truman Scholarship?
What types of jobs do previous Trumans now hold?