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National Society Daughters of the American Revolution

Dr. Aura-Lee A. and James Hobbs Pittenger American History Scholarship

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Award
$2,000 per year for up to four years, with annual transcript review and at least 3.25 GPA for renewal. Funds go directly to the institution for allowed educational expenses.
Deadline
Portal opens November 1, 2026. Application and all materials due January 31, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Hawaii Time.
How to apply
Apply through DAR Academic Works with a career-objectives personal statement up to 1,000 words, transcript (unofficial initially), one-page activities/awards/service/work resume, citizenship proof and two to four nonrelative recommendation letters written within the last year, signed and containing contact details. The applicant uploads every letter; recommenders cannot submit directly or through confidential third-party systems. All documents must be typed; conceal all photographs and Social Security numbers. A photograph or expired passport disqualifies. No generative AI or writing by others. Winners supply official transcripts and acceptance form. The FAQ permits files up to 5 MB and requires transcript pages combined into one file. Do not reuse recommendations addressed to another college, program or job. Confirm homeschool transcript coverage and personal-statement length: the FAQ conflicts with the checklist and portal instructions.
What you'll need
  • A separate scholarship application
  • Recommendations
  • An essay
Who can apply
Graduating high school students who are U.S. citizens and will pursue an undergraduate degree with at least 24 credit hours in American history and American government. A history major is not specifically required. U.S. citizens abroad may apply through a Units Overseas chapter.
Good to know
No DAR membership or chapter sponsor required. Only one DAR scholarship per award cycle. Funds cover institution-allowed tuition/fees, room/board, books and other educational expenses; unused funds are returned. Awards are issued in August while enrolled and cannot be deferred for a gap year. Military academies unable to accept restricted awards are ineligible.
Details
HistoryCivicsU.S. citizens onlyNo AI assistance allowed