SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

American School of Classical Studies at Athens. Postdoctoral scholars and professionals in relevant fields are eligible to apply for fellowships of five to ten months, corresponding to the American School's academic year, September to June. Stipends range from $20,000 to $40,000. Deadline: November 15.

Arthur Patch McKinlay Scholarship (ACL). Up to $1500 is awarded to the recipient, who must be a member of ACL for the last three years and a current Classics teacher. Funding can be used for a variety of activities, including research or first-time attendance at the American Classical League Institute. Deadline: January.

Ed Phinney Commemorative Scholarship (ACL). A maximum of $750 for various activities, including attendance at the ACL Institute, travel, tuition, or purchase of ACL materials. Open to current members of ACL. Deadline: January.

Glenn Knudsvig Memorial Scholarship (ACL). Open to JCL sponsors or Classics teachers with less than 5 years' experience, and graduate students. There are several specific restrictions; see the website to view them all. Maximum award: $750. Deadline: January.

Janice and Herbert Benario Award (CAMWS). A $1500 fellowship that the recipient may apply to the summer travel program of his or her choice. Open to elementary or secondary level teachers of Classics or graduate students in Classics who are current CAMWS members. Deadline: January.

Manson A. Stewart Award (CAMWS). Awards for primary, middle, and secondary level teachers who are members of CAMWS. The Teacher Training Award provides financial assistance to those working toward certification to teach Latin. Deadline: February. Travel Awards assist Latin teachers who wish to attend the CAMWS or Southern Section meeting. Deadline: October. A $1000 scholarship awarded to a limited number of undergraduate students majoring in Classics at the sophomore or junior level at a CAMWS institution. Deadline: February.

Mary A. Grant Award (CAMWS). A $2500 fellowship to attend the summer session of the American Academy in Rome. Open to elementary or secondary level teachers of Classics or graduate students in Classics who are current CAMWS members. Deadline: January.

Maureen O'Donnell/Eunice E. Kraft Teacher Training Scholarships (ACL). A $750 scholarship for teacher training courses or expenses connected with certification in Latin. Deadlines: December and March.

Rome Prize (American Academy in Rome). Fellowships of $10,500 and $21,000 awarded each year to 15 scholars working in Ancient, Medieval, Renaissance and Early Modern studies. Preference will be given for those who need research time in Italy and especially Rome. Deadline: November.

Semple Award (CAMWS). A $2500 fellowship to attend the summer session of the American School of Classical Studies at Athens. Open to elementary or secondary level teachers of Classics or graduate students in Classics who are current CAMWS members. Deadline: January.

Presidential Award for Outstanding Graduate Student Paper (CAMWS). A $200 prize awarded to the best paper delivered by a graduate student at the annual CAMWS meeting. Deadline: February.

Archaeology, Anthropology, and History Scholarships is a site maintained by Rod Polasky, who struggles to keep it current. He also offers advice on obtaining scholarships. Students researching possible scholarships in Classics should use a search engine (e.g., Google) and search using a specific school name (e.g., Amherst) and "scholarship" and "Classics" vel sim. Many schools offer scholarships to students who plan to major in Classics and Classics-related fields.