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 graduates who plan to undertake an undergraduate degree with a focus on American History and American Government, requiring a minimum of 24 credit hours. The scholarship can be renewed, provided the student maintains a GPA of 3.25. The aim of this scholarship is to encourage the study of American history among top-performing 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 renewal of the scholarship requires an annual review of the student's transcript by the National Chairman.

Fostering Brighter Futures

The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) annually grants several scholarships to students committed to pursuing higher education. DAR provides scholarships for students studying 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 planning 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 study.
• Awards are determined 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 are returned to the DAR.
• Applicants can only receive one national scholarship from the DAR Scholarship Committee.

The DAR Scholarship Committee Utilizes an Online Application Process

DAR is excited to announce that students applying for scholarships provided by the DAR Scholarship Committee will use the online application portal. Applications sent via email or mail will no longer be accepted, except for the Margaret Howard Hamilton Scholarship.

The scholarship application portal is currently closed. The application process is entirely online through the DAR Academic Works Portal. The portal will be open for the upcoming year from November 1 through January 31, closing at 11:59 pm (Hawaii Time).